Selecting international business managers effectively : Assessment methods and core competencies for success

Purpose – Reviews the latest management development across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings – What is the profile of the ideal international business manager? Fewer young people are willing to accept assignments overseas for fear their experience will not be recognized and they will encounter difficulties when coming back. It is therefore becoming critical for companies to select with precision and recruit the right personnel. There exist a few methods to help them predict the behaviors of potential business managers as well as a list of core competencies employers should rely on to optimize success. Practical implications – Provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations. Originality/value – The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to‐digest format.