This term paper analyzes, What competencies are required in leaders of intercultural teams in the pursuit of successful leadership?
Firstly, difficulties in intercultural environments and settings are presented. Afterwards the potential, difficulties and requirements on Intercultural Leadership (IL) are defined. Looking at the GLOBE study the variety of leadership styles in different countries are going to be inspected. In detail this term paper is going to focus on leadership styles in Germany and the USA. The explored differences create potential for misunderstanding, frustration and ineffectiveness.
Guidance in an intercultural context does not only require professional qualification, but fundamental Intercultural Competencies (IC) and Intercultural Intelligence (II), that are going to be investigated in this elaboration. These skills are also crucial for team building. In this paper the MBI framework is an example.
The conscious usage of IC and II distributes slowly in the corporate world. During my research I was unable to find one company meeting all of them in their principles. To explore different approaches the strategies of Amazon and Weleda are considered. In Australia due to the population many cultures meet. The Australian Human Rights Commission has investigated the influence of different skills in leadership. To take it to an expert meta perspective an interview is analyzed.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Intercultural Leadership
- 2.1 Intercultural settings
- 2.2 Classification of leadership in an intercultural context
- 2.3 Culture-dependent leadership styles
- 3 Skills & competencies
- 3.1 Intercultural Competencies
- 3.2 Intercultural Intelligence
- 3.3 Effects on teamwork (MBI)
- 4 Application of IL skills
- 4.1 Amazon.com, Inc.
- 4.2 Weleda AG
- 4.3 Leadership in Australia
- 4.4 Meta perspective
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This term paper aims to analyze the necessary competencies for successful leadership in intercultural teams. It investigates the challenges presented by intercultural environments, defines the potential, difficulties, and requirements of intercultural leadership, and examines the variety of leadership styles in different countries, focusing on Germany and the USA. Additionally, it explores the crucial role of intercultural competencies and intelligence in effective leadership, particularly in team building, using the MBI framework as an example.
- Challenges of intercultural settings and leadership
- Diverse leadership styles in different countries
- Importance of intercultural competencies and intelligence
- Application of intercultural skills in various contexts
- Impact of intercultural dynamics on team building and effectiveness
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The introduction highlights the increasing significance of intercultural leadership in a globalized world and outlines the paper's focus on identifying the necessary competencies for effective leadership in diverse teams. It emphasizes the challenges posed by cultural differences in various aspects of business and the need for skilled leaders to navigate these complexities.
Chapter 2 explores the concept of intercultural leadership, defining the characteristics of intercultural settings and examining the classification of leadership in such contexts. It delves into culture-dependent leadership styles, analyzing their potential impact on team dynamics and effectiveness. The GLOBE study is referenced to illustrate the diversity of leadership styles across different countries, particularly focusing on Germany and the USA.
Chapter 3 examines the essential skills and competencies required for successful intercultural leadership. It emphasizes the importance of intercultural competencies and intelligence, explaining their impact on team building and performance. The MBI framework is introduced as an example of how these skills can be applied to foster effective team collaboration.
Chapter 4 explores the practical application of intercultural leadership skills in various organizations and contexts. It examines the approaches of Amazon and Weleda, highlighting their strategies for managing diverse teams and promoting cultural awareness. The chapter also discusses the influence of different skills on leadership in Australia, a country with a diverse population, and analyzes an expert perspective through an interview.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This paper focuses on intercultural leadership, intercultural competencies, intercultural intelligence, team building, leadership styles, cultural diversity, globalization, and the MBI framework.
- Quote paper
- Nora Stracke (Author), 2020, Leadership skills in an intercultural context, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1030797
