Este estudo objetiva compreender como ocorre o processo de internacionalização de uma instituição de ensino superior (IES) brasileira. Em um cenário globalizado em que a competição se acirra para os países e para as empresas e que depende cada vez mais da geração do conhecimento, as IES passam a ter um papel destacado na formação de pessoas com alta qualificação e na geração de conhecimento para os sistemas de inovação dos países. Foi conduzida uma pesquisa exploratória e qualitativa que adotou como estratégia o estudo de caso múltiplo com quatro IES brasileiras e suas diferentes formas de internacionalização: i) a celebração de convênios internacionais da Universidade de São Paulo (USP); ii) a aquisição de participação acionária no New College of California (NCC) pelo Centro Universitário Campo Grande (UNAES); iii) a aquisição de participação acionária na Universidade Anhembi Morumbi (UAM) pela rede internacional de universidade Laureate e iv) a formação de joint venture entre a Kroton Educacional e o grupo Apollo para a criação da Faculdade Pitágoras e também dos seus convênios internacionais com outras universidades. Foram empregadas as técnicas de investigação de análise documental, entrevistas focadas e observação direta. A estratégia analítica adotada foi baseada em proposições teóricas para organizar as evidências coletadas para responder às perguntas de pesquisa. Como a internacionalização de IES consiste em um fenômeno complexo, foi necessário articular três conjuntos de conceitos provenientes de diferentes referenciais teóricos, considerando-se: i) conceitos de internacionalização de IES e globalização com base na visão de organismos multilaterais como Banco Mundial, OCDE e UNESCO; ii) aspectos da internacionalização de empresas com base na abordagem econômica da teoria de internalização de empresas de Rugman e Verbeke; e iii) conceitos do campo teórico de Ensino Superior Internacional. Os resultados apresentados por este estudo indicam os elementos principais que caracterizaram a forma como ocorreu o processo de internacionalização das IES analisadas, com destaque para: i) detenção de uma visão estratégica que contemple, pelo menos em parte, os conceitos dos organismos multilaterais; ii) formação de competências organizacionais alinhadas com a natureza das IES (pública e privada) e as formas de mobilidade (instituições, programas e acadêmicos) praticadas ou planejadas; iii) aproveitamento de vantagens específicas oferecidas pelo Brasil e por outros países para a instalação de atividades internacionais das IES; e iv) implementação de um conjunto de práticas de gestão da educação transnacional e acadêmica. / This study aims the comprehension of the internationalization process of Brazilian higher education institutions (HEI). As a part of a globalized world dependent on knowledge workforce to face increasing competition among countries and companies, HEI play an important role in grooming highly skilled people and providing knowledge to build up the countries innovation systems. The results reported draw on a multi-case study involving exploratory and qualitative research to investigate four Brazilian HEI and their different ways of internationalization, namely: i) international agreements at University of Sao Paulo (USP); ii) the acquisition of equity stake in the New College of California (NCC) by the University Center of Campo Grande (UNAES); iii) the acquisition of equity stake in the Anhembi Morumbi University (UAM) by Laureate Education, Inc.; and iv) joint venture between Kroton Educational and Apollo International to fund Pitagoras Faculty and also international agreements with other universities. The analysis of data collected by means of document analysis, focused interviews and direct observation rests on theoretical propositions to organize evidences in an attempt to answer the research questions. Since HEI internationalization is a complex phenomenon, the analysis involves three sets of concepts from different theoretical backgrounds, namely: i) concepts of HEIs internationalization and globalization, as suggested by multilateral organizations such as OECD, UNESCO and World Bank; ii) concepts of internationalization of companies, as found in Rugman & Verbekes economic approach; and iii) concepts developed within the domain of International Higher Education. The results presented by this study indicate the main elements that characterize how the analyzed HEI internationalization process occurred, such as: i) developing a strategic vision envisaging concepts emphasized by multilateral organizations; ii) building organizational competences in line with the nature of both private and public HEI and their planned or current mobility practices (of institutions, programs, and scholars); iii) exploiting specific advantages offered either in Brazil or in the countries for HEIs international activities; and iv) articulating management practices of transnational and academic education.

Submitted by Odilio Hilario Moreira Júnior (odilio@espm.br) on 2016-11-29T13:49:52Z No. of bitstreams: 1 Marcello Monteiro Pereira.pdf: 1400781 bytes, checksum: c0b5e321cfc6aae2c1adf1988547abeb (MD5) / Approved for entry into archive by Debora Cristina Bonfim Aquarone (deborabonfim@espm.br) on 2016-11-29T13:52:39Z (GMT) No. of bitstreams: 1 Marcello Monteiro Pereira.pdf: 1400781 bytes, checksum: c0b5e321cfc6aae2c1adf1988547abeb (MD5) / Approved for entry into archive by Debora Cristina Bonfim Aquarone (deborabonfim@espm.br) on 2016-11-29T13:53:06Z (GMT) No. of bitstreams: 1 Marcello Monteiro Pereira.pdf: 1400781 bytes, checksum: c0b5e321cfc6aae2c1adf1988547abeb (MD5) / Made available in DSpace on 2016-11-29T13:53:29Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 1 Marcello Monteiro Pereira.pdf: 1400781 bytes, checksum: c0b5e321cfc6aae2c1adf1988547abeb (MD5) Previous issue date: 2012-03-20 / The purpose of this work is to measure the performance of subsidiaries of Corporate Social Responsability (CSR) and compare the results according to various CSR strategies adopted (global or local). To achieve the proposed goals and respond to the research problem, we used a quantitative research methodology, specifically a survey of executives of multinational companies in the sector. From the universe of 450 companies, suppliers of the automotive industry, 78 questionnaires were obtained. Due to the existence of multiple variables, we used the structural equation model to analyze the data. The results show that a global CSR strategy has positive influences on the performance of CSR, since the adoption of a local strategy shows no significant results due to lack of commitment to engagement with stakeholders. / objetivo da dissertação é mensurar a performance de responsabilidade social empresarial (RSE) das subsidiárias e comparar os resultados de acordo com as diferentes estratégias de RSE adotadas (global ou local). Para atingir os objetivos propostos e responder ao problema de pesquisa, foi utilizada uma metodologia de pesquisa quantitativa, mais especificamente uma survey com os executivos das empresas multinacionais do setor automobilístico. A partir do universo de 450 empresas, fornecedoras da indústria automobilística, foram obtidos 78 questionários respondidos. Devido à existência de múltiplas variáveis foi utilizado o modelo de equações estruturais para analisar os dados. Os resultados mostram que uma estratégia de RSE globalizada apresenta influências positivas na performance de RSE, já a adoção de uma estratégia local não apresenta resultados significativos devido a falta de comprometimento com o engajamento com os stakeholders.

Submitted by Adriana Alves Rodrigues (aalves@espm.br) on 2018-10-04T15:04:33Z No. of bitstreams: 1 dissertação_micheli umebayashi.pdf: 1052682 bytes, checksum: bc65a0e9694e23cf43eb7fa1226fb6a5 (MD5) / Approved for entry into archive by Adriana Alves Rodrigues (aalves@espm.br) on 2018-10-04T15:05:03Z (GMT) No. of bitstreams: 1 dissertação_micheli umebayashi.pdf: 1052682 bytes, checksum: bc65a0e9694e23cf43eb7fa1226fb6a5 (MD5) / Approved for entry into archive by Debora Cristina Bonfim Aquarone (deborabonfim@espm.br) on 2018-10-04T18:48:19Z (GMT) No. of bitstreams: 1 dissertação_micheli umebayashi.pdf: 1052682 bytes, checksum: bc65a0e9694e23cf43eb7fa1226fb6a5 (MD5) / Made available in DSpace on 2018-10-04T18:49:14Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 1 dissertação_micheli umebayashi.pdf: 1052682 bytes, checksum: bc65a0e9694e23cf43eb7fa1226fb6a5 (MD5) Previous issue date: 2018-02-15 / Purpose: To analyze if the mechanisms that lead Brazilians to donate organizations (NGOs) are similar to those other countries to have this behavior, in addition to a comparison between the factors contextuals that seek to explain why some countries are more generous than others. Methodology: Case study conducted from 25 interviews in depth (a database of donors and non-donors of a Brazilian organization large) submitted to content analysis and then to Fuzzy analysis Qualitative Comparative Analysis. Conclusion: There are differences between the mechanisms proposed in the literature and what was observed in the interviewee. The presence of a trigger - an internal event or important in the life of the individual - can be determinant for the donation to take place. It was also verified that there is a negative perception about the performance of NGOs, their role and importance in society and the image of an inefficient and corrupt government, factors that may be associated with the country's low performance in the global ranking of Philanthropy. Originality: Contribute to the extension and validity of studies carried out developed countries, insofar as the theories donors from a country in the Southern Hemisphere, with an average HDI and a culture of unrestrained giving. In addition, contributing to the construction of a theoretical framework on donation in Brazil and generate knowledge about Brazilian donors, in order to support professionals working in non-governmental develop their activities in the country / Finalidade: Analisar se os mecanismos que levam brasileiros a doarem para organizações não governamentais (ONGs) são semelhantes aos que levam doadores de outros países a ter esse comportamento, além de uma comparação entre os fatores contextuais que buscam explicar porque alguns países são mais generosos que outros. Metodologia: Estudo de casos realizado a partir de 25 entrevistas em profundidade (base de dados de doadores e não doadores de uma organização brasileira de grande porte) submetidas à análise de conteúdo e, em seguida, à análise Fuzzy Qualitative Comparative Analysis. Conclusão: Há diferenças entre os mecanismos propostos na literatura e o que foi observado no entrevistado. A presença de um trigger – um acontecimento interno ou externo marcante na vida do indivíduo – pode ser determinante para que ocorra a doação. Verificou-se também que há uma percepção negativa sobre a atuação das ONGs, seu papel e importância na sociedade e a imagem de um governo ineficiente e corrupto, fatores que podem estar associados ao baixo desempenho do país no ranking global de Filantropia. Originalidade: Contribuir com a extensão e validade de estudos realizados majoritariamente em países desenvolvidos, na medida em que as teorias foram aplicadas e exploradas a partir de doadores de um país do hemisfério sul, com um IDH médio e uma cultura de doação não fortalecida. Além disso, contribuir para construção de um quadro teórico sobre doação no Brasil e gerar conhecimento sobre os doadores brasileiros, a fim de apoiar os profissionais que atuam nas organizações não governamentais que desenvolvem suas atividades no país.

This thesis attempts to discover what actions are necessary to mitigate these problems within textile companies. Theories on organisational culture, organisational learning, and international management, were addressed in relation to intercultural communication. Using an exemplifying case of one single person within Eton AB, a case study research design was conducted. The data was collected through a qualitative research strategy and method, using self-completion/self-administrative questionnaires, and analysed using grounded theory. The general result of the thesis indicates that few communication errors between Eton AB and the participant exist. Therefore this interrelation can be seen as a positive example of intercultural communication within a textile company. In this context, it was the authors’ intention to identify the influence organisational culture and organisational learning have on intercultural communication. Certain aspects within an organisational culture are of importance to create a better integration of employees, hence influence intercultural relations positively. Organisational learning, likewise, has a positive impact, since it contributes to the creation of a better environment for integration. This thesis concludes with generalised measures which can be seen as a guideline and as first steps for textile companies in order to reduce intercultural communication errors. / Program: Textile Management,textile value chain management

This work focuses on the comparison of the managerial systems of Ukrainian and Czech branches of international human rights organization Amnesty International. In theoretical part it describes types of government of nonprofit organizations, principles of their management, introduces analytic-normative model of the management of organization and external factors that can influence organization. Practical part if focused on the analysis of Amnesty International as a whole, its respective branches, application of the analytic-normative model for those branches, analysis of similarities and differences and identification of the causes of those differences. Results show the influence of organization's external environment on its management.

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Expatriates' degree of adjustment to living and working in a foreign country is well-accepted as an important outcome variable in expatriate management research. However, measures of degree of adjustment do not capture the breadth of strategies expatriates may use to achieve such adjustment, which may be critical for understanding whether expatriates have achieved a healthy and productive orientation to life abroad. Borrowing from research on immigrant populations, this study examines the construct of expatriate acculturation strategies, which characterize expatriates' mode of adjustment along two independent dimensions reflecting maintenance of one's home culture and engagement of the host culture, respectively. One hundred U.S. expatriates were recruited and completed an index of acculturation strategies. In addition, participants completed survey and reaction-time based measures of proposed antecedents, correlates, and outcomes of varying acculturation strategies. Results suggest that expatriates largely pursue either a maintenance-focused or engagement-focused strategy and that acculturation strategies are not redundant with degree of adjustment. Relationships between acculturation strategies and relevant individual differences, characteristics of expatriate positions, and outcomes are discussed.

Este estudo objetiva compreender como ocorre o processo de internacionalização de uma instituição de ensino superior (IES) brasileira. Em um cenário globalizado em que a competição se acirra para os países e para as empresas e que depende cada vez mais da geração do conhecimento, as IES passam a ter um papel destacado na formação de pessoas com alta qualificação e na geração de conhecimento para os sistemas de inovação dos países. Foi conduzida uma pesquisa exploratória e qualitativa que adotou como estratégia o estudo de caso múltiplo com quatro IES brasileiras e suas diferentes formas de internacionalização: i) a celebração de convênios internacionais da Universidade de São Paulo (USP); ii) a aquisição de participação acionária no New College of California (NCC) pelo Centro Universitário Campo Grande (UNAES); iii) a aquisição de participação acionária na Universidade Anhembi Morumbi (UAM) pela rede internacional de universidade Laureate e iv) a formação de joint venture entre a Kroton Educacional e o grupo Apollo para a criação da Faculdade Pitágoras e também dos seus convênios internacionais com outras universidades. Foram empregadas as técnicas de investigação de análise documental, entrevistas focadas e observação direta. A estratégia analítica adotada foi baseada em proposições teóricas para organizar as evidências coletadas para responder às perguntas de pesquisa. Como a internacionalização de IES consiste em um fenômeno complexo, foi necessário articular três conjuntos de conceitos provenientes de diferentes referenciais teóricos, considerando-se: i) conceitos de internacionalização de IES e globalização com base na visão de organismos multilaterais como Banco Mundial, OCDE e UNESCO; ii) aspectos da internacionalização de empresas com base na abordagem econômica da teoria de internalização de empresas de Rugman e Verbeke; e iii) conceitos do campo teórico de Ensino Superior Internacional. Os resultados apresentados por este estudo indicam os elementos principais que caracterizaram a forma como ocorreu o processo de internacionalização das IES analisadas, com destaque para: i) detenção de uma visão estratégica que contemple, pelo menos em parte, os conceitos dos organismos multilaterais; ii) formação de competências organizacionais alinhadas com a natureza das IES (pública e privada) e as formas de mobilidade (instituições, programas e acadêmicos) praticadas ou planejadas; iii) aproveitamento de vantagens específicas oferecidas pelo Brasil e por outros países para a instalação de atividades internacionais das IES; e iv) implementação de um conjunto de práticas de gestão da educação transnacional e acadêmica. / This study aims the comprehension of the internationalization process of Brazilian higher education institutions (HEI). As a part of a globalized world dependent on knowledge workforce to face increasing competition among countries and companies, HEI play an important role in grooming highly skilled people and providing knowledge to build up the countries innovation systems. The results reported draw on a multi-case study involving exploratory and qualitative research to investigate four Brazilian HEI and their different ways of internationalization, namely: i) international agreements at University of Sao Paulo (USP); ii) the acquisition of equity stake in the New College of California (NCC) by the University Center of Campo Grande (UNAES); iii) the acquisition of equity stake in the Anhembi Morumbi University (UAM) by Laureate Education, Inc.; and iv) joint venture between Kroton Educational and Apollo International to fund Pitagoras Faculty and also international agreements with other universities. The analysis of data collected by means of document analysis, focused interviews and direct observation rests on theoretical propositions to organize evidences in an attempt to answer the research questions. Since HEI internationalization is a complex phenomenon, the analysis involves three sets of concepts from different theoretical backgrounds, namely: i) concepts of HEIs internationalization and globalization, as suggested by multilateral organizations such as OECD, UNESCO and World Bank; ii) concepts of internationalization of companies, as found in Rugman & Verbekes economic approach; and iii) concepts developed within the domain of International Higher Education. The results presented by this study indicate the main elements that characterize how the analyzed HEI internationalization process occurred, such as: i) developing a strategic vision envisaging concepts emphasized by multilateral organizations; ii) building organizational competences in line with the nature of both private and public HEI and their planned or current mobility practices (of institutions, programs, and scholars); iii) exploiting specific advantages offered either in Brazil or in the countries for HEIs international activities; and iv) articulating management practices of transnational and academic education.

Dealing with the subject of multiculturalism, this dissertation thesis investigates the elements of Japanese, Korean, and American national mentalities in the management of companies located in the Czech Republic. The main goal of this thesis is to identify these elements in corporate culture, find out, which of them lead to the most conflict situations, and suggest procedures to identify and eliminate resulting problems. On a more general level, this thesis provides basic characteristics of business environment and the approaches of world philosophers, anthropologists and sociologists. This thesis further identifies specific multicultural elements in organizations, and suggests its own model of multicultural corporate identity and a model for the identification of conditions that, when fulfilled, lead to strong corporate identity. This thesis also characterizes Czech cultural environment and compares it with that of Japan, Korea and the USA, based on surveys of well recognized Czech sociologists. The main emphasis of this thesis lies on the examination of corporate identity of American, Japanese, and Korean management. Based on a questionnaire survey, four major conflict areas of investigated cultures are identified. These are different opportunities within the company, non-economic use of time, the way of managing company meetings, and the way individual work is presented. In the last section of the thesis, possible solutions to these conflicts situations are provided.

This thesis deals with the process and management of the joint venture project from a theoretical point of view and subsequently analyzes particular international joint venture of two automobile companies - Spanish SEAT S.A. and Czech Skoda Auto Inc. - into the Volkswagen Group. The main goal of this thesis is to answer the question why the SEAT S.A. after the integration into the Volkswagen Group did not become as successful as Skoda Auto achieved to be.