Role of Intercultural Training in a Process of Human Resource Internationalization

Abstract

The paper demonstrates the importance of intercultural training as a part of expatriation process with the aim to easily adapt in international assignment. Based on review of available training approaches, the research to obtain empirical data was conducted. The experience of a sample of 164 Czech expatriates from the multinational company in the Czech Republic was investigated via questionnaires regardless their host location. Findings illustrate the current practices and highlight weaknesses of their preparation process, such as insufficient timing of preparation, including accompanying families and overall accessibility to the training tools.

Intercultural Adaptation Process and Its Determinants

“…Data for the presented study were extracted from an email questionnaire targeted at Czech expatriates assigned to work abroad [12]. The targeted sample was chosen based on criteria stated in the literature review [19] as well as consultations with the company.…”

“…While entering a foreign unknown environment, individuals and their surroundings assume a certain degree of cultural shock, but often no one counts on returning to their home country [8]. It is important to note here the crucial role of the HR department which often does not adequately prepare employees to become aware of changes after returning from assignment [12].…”