Managerial Cultures

Focusing on the influence of governing elites, security needs, and the pursuit of status, this volume explores the varying conduct of business across countries. Author David Hanson emphasizes social structure, conflict, and psychology over traditional economic factors, providing insights into why some nations industrialize rapidly while others remain impoverished. This analysis equips international managers with a deeper understanding of the historical contexts that shape the societies they engage with, highlighting the importance of history in global business practices.