Introduction
International mobility, or the ability to accept and execute international assignments, is one of the biggest reasons for career advancement, as revealed in a study (Catalyst 2012, p.1). The study emphasizes that “highly visible projects, mission-critical roles, and international experiences” are hall marks of hot jobs. Expatriates are generally selected based on their high performance levels domestically, but the opportunity costs related with their inadequate adjustment abroad are often quite significant (Harrison, Chadwick & Scales 1996). Though several studies have focused on the training and selection of executives for overseas assignments, the processes and mechanisms that expatriates find most useful Continue reading...