Human Resources must prepare managers for global interaction so they communicate and work in harmony around the world.

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2. Management Development in a Multicultural Environment Purpose Discuss the connection between Multicultural Environment and Cultural Diversity. Present a variety of different methods on how a manager can operate successfully in a multicultural environment. Indicate the significance on why it is essential for Leadership to re-invent management development. Present some pitfalls that managers may face in a multicultural environment and how to overcome them. Present the benefits of a multicultural environment. Discuss the importance of using an OD Consultant to prepare Managers in a multicultural environment.

3. Management Development in a Multicultural Environment “According to the U.S. Census Bureau, by 2010 one-third of U.S. residents will trace their descendents to Africa, Asia, and the Hispanic world, the Pacific Islands or the Middle East.” Source: Rebecca Hasting, SHRM 2007

4. Management Development in a Multicultural Environment Multiculturalism “Recognition of the coexistence and mutual contribution of multiple cultures to community life within one nation, without there being one standard cultural norm to which all must assimilate.” Source: McAuliffe G. J.,(2008), (contributor and editor). Culturally Alert, Counseling: A Comprehensive Introduction, Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications, p 115

5. Disadvantages Advantages Managers learning a second language Synergy Globalization. Well-rounded manager that can be successful in different environments. Businesses will be a reflection of America today. Some HR issues may stem from multiculturalism, instead of mistakenly labeling it something else. Managers learning a second language. Additional training and development expense. Communication barriers. Employers hiring more foreigners to reduce labor cost. Increase in HR issues, example discrimination, harassment, etc. Management Development in a Multicultural Environment

6. Management Development in a Multicultural Environment Multicultural Leadership Role Source: Bordas, J. ,President of Mestiza Leadership International in Denver, CO. Salsa, Soul, and Spirit: Leadership for a Multicultural Age, Berrett-Koehler Publishers, 2007

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