Copyright (c) 2008 All rights reserved. http://works.bepress.com/paul_dainty Recent documents in Paul Dainty en-us Mon, 01 Dec 2008 02:09:09 PST 3600 http://works.bepress.com/paul_dainty/2 http://works.bepress.com/paul_dainty/2 Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:50:05 PDT This paper explores the challenges of developing the executive competencies needed to successfully lead and manage global enterprises. It reviews global competency models and the problems of identifying global skills. It looks at the difficulties of developing global competencies, particularly through overseas assignments. Finally, it considers other methods of developing global skills and the implications for both individuals and firms. Paul Dainty http://works.bepress.com/paul_dainty/1 http://works.bepress.com/paul_dainty/1 Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:48:08 PDT The Masters Degree in Business Administration (MBA) has enjoyed tremendous growth over recent years and is arguably the most internationally recognised and globally portable of any degree. However, for a degree that is often positioned as the business world's academic panacea, it has also received considerable criticism. This paper reviews some of the reasons for the dichotomy. It discusses the major criticisms and benefits of the MBA and the research that underlies them. It reviews the differing objectives and agendas of the major MBA stakeholders which have added to the confusion surrounding the degree. While the MBA may not be as flawed as critics suggest, it has weaknesses. A starting point in overcoming those weaknesses is to clarify the fundamental competences that should form the foundation of the MBA for experienced students. Based on research with managers, the paper outlines a framework that assists in establishing these competences. Paul Dainty