Many MNCs have established China centres to coordinate and control their operations in the country. The paper describes the standardization and localization in HRM practices of MNCs in China. It tries to analyse the d...Many MNCs have established China centres to coordinate and control their operations in the country. The paper describes the standardization and localization in HRM practices of MNCs in China. It tries to analyse the degree of standardization or localization of HRM policies for MNCs in China, in the terms of recruitment and selection, training and development, performance appraisal, compensation and promotion.展开更多
This paper is intended to make a comparative study of MNC subsidiaries in China at different stages. First of all, we built an S-SWOT theoretical framework for MNC Chinese subsidiary strategy analysis. Then, we conduc...This paper is intended to make a comparative study of MNC subsidiaries in China at different stages. First of all, we built an S-SWOT theoretical framework for MNC Chinese subsidiary strategy analysis. Then, we conducted an empirical analysis of MNC Chinese subsidiary strategies at different periods of time based on the two questionnaire-based surveys undertaken in 2001 and 2005 and a field interview made with such subsidiary executives in 2006. Our study found that MNC Chinese subsidiary overall strategies and functional strategies significantly changed from 2001 to 2006. In particular, MNC Chinese subsidiaries: became increasingly wholly foreign owned and profit oriented; boosted M&A and alliance activities; localized research and development; paid more attention to intangible assets (brand and image) management; coordinated the extent of localization and integration; and assigned key positions to local personnel. We also noticed both a strategic convergence and a considerable strategic difference between the Chinese subsidiaries of MNCs from different countries during the evolution of their Chinese subsidiary strategies.展开更多
This text examines how globalization has reshaped global economic dynamics,emphasizing its role in weakening nation-states and fueling trade conflicts.It argues that globalization,driven by multinational corporations(...This text examines how globalization has reshaped global economic dynamics,emphasizing its role in weakening nation-states and fueling trade conflicts.It argues that globalization,driven by multinational corporations(MNCs),financial deregulation,and supranational organizations,has eroded state sovereignty by shifting power to global actors whose interests transcend national borders.The rise of trade conflicts-manifested in disputes over subsidies,dumping,market access barriers,and geopolitical tensions-is traced to the clash between liberalized trade policies and states’efforts to protect domestic industries and social cohesion.The World Trade Organization(WTO)is analyzed as a key institution for resolving disputes,though its mechanisms face criticism for bias toward wealthy nations,procedural inefficiencies,and an inability to address systemic issues like currency manipulation or environmental degradation.Case studies(e.g.,agricultural subsidies,US-Japan trade deficits)illustrate the complexities of modern trade wars.The text concludes with recommendations for reforming global governance,including strengthening the WTO’s authority,addressing power imbalances,integrating social and environmental standards,and enhancing developing nations’capacity to negotiate.Ultimately,it underscores the paradox of globalization:while driving growth,it exacerbates inequalities and destabilizes traditional state-centric frameworks.展开更多
Multinational corporations(MNCs)play a pivotal role in driving sustainable development by effectively implementing Environmental,Social,and Governance(ESG)strategies.This study adopts the lens of Social Cognitive Theo...Multinational corporations(MNCs)play a pivotal role in driving sustainable development by effectively implementing Environmental,Social,and Governance(ESG)strategies.This study adopts the lens of Social Cognitive Theory to analyze how MNCs operating in China can optimize human capital to enhance ESG outcomes.By exploring the interplay between individual cognition,organizational culture,and incentive mechanisms,the research establishes a human capital-driven framework for ESG implementation.Key findings emphasize the importance of cultivating ESG awareness among employees,fostering an ESG-centric organizational culture,and designing robust incentive structures to align individual behaviors with corporate sustainability goals.This comprehensive approach offers practical insights for MNCs striving to balance profitability with social responsibility and environmental stewardship in a rapidly evolving global landscape.展开更多
Metal nanoclusters(MNCs)possess distinct chemical properties due to their diverse electronic structures.As a class of promising model catalysts,it is of importance to explore the relationship between their structures ...Metal nanoclusters(MNCs)possess distinct chemical properties due to their diverse electronic structures.As a class of promising model catalysts,it is of importance to explore the relationship between their structures and properties.However,it is still challenging to get highly active and stable MNCs as surface ligands can hinder their activities,while a complete lack of surface ligand protection can lead to instability.To address this concern,here a series of Pd_(6)nanoclusters(NCs)with varying ligand amounts were synthesized by using Pd_(6)(SC_(6)(C_(2))H_(17))_(12)as precursor and single-walled carbon nanotube(s-CNT)as carrier through treating the composite at different temperatures and times.展开更多
文摘Many MNCs have established China centres to coordinate and control their operations in the country. The paper describes the standardization and localization in HRM practices of MNCs in China. It tries to analyse the degree of standardization or localization of HRM policies for MNCs in China, in the terms of recruitment and selection, training and development, performance appraisal, compensation and promotion.
文摘This paper is intended to make a comparative study of MNC subsidiaries in China at different stages. First of all, we built an S-SWOT theoretical framework for MNC Chinese subsidiary strategy analysis. Then, we conducted an empirical analysis of MNC Chinese subsidiary strategies at different periods of time based on the two questionnaire-based surveys undertaken in 2001 and 2005 and a field interview made with such subsidiary executives in 2006. Our study found that MNC Chinese subsidiary overall strategies and functional strategies significantly changed from 2001 to 2006. In particular, MNC Chinese subsidiaries: became increasingly wholly foreign owned and profit oriented; boosted M&A and alliance activities; localized research and development; paid more attention to intangible assets (brand and image) management; coordinated the extent of localization and integration; and assigned key positions to local personnel. We also noticed both a strategic convergence and a considerable strategic difference between the Chinese subsidiaries of MNCs from different countries during the evolution of their Chinese subsidiary strategies.
文摘This text examines how globalization has reshaped global economic dynamics,emphasizing its role in weakening nation-states and fueling trade conflicts.It argues that globalization,driven by multinational corporations(MNCs),financial deregulation,and supranational organizations,has eroded state sovereignty by shifting power to global actors whose interests transcend national borders.The rise of trade conflicts-manifested in disputes over subsidies,dumping,market access barriers,and geopolitical tensions-is traced to the clash between liberalized trade policies and states’efforts to protect domestic industries and social cohesion.The World Trade Organization(WTO)is analyzed as a key institution for resolving disputes,though its mechanisms face criticism for bias toward wealthy nations,procedural inefficiencies,and an inability to address systemic issues like currency manipulation or environmental degradation.Case studies(e.g.,agricultural subsidies,US-Japan trade deficits)illustrate the complexities of modern trade wars.The text concludes with recommendations for reforming global governance,including strengthening the WTO’s authority,addressing power imbalances,integrating social and environmental standards,and enhancing developing nations’capacity to negotiate.Ultimately,it underscores the paradox of globalization:while driving growth,it exacerbates inequalities and destabilizes traditional state-centric frameworks.
文摘Multinational corporations(MNCs)play a pivotal role in driving sustainable development by effectively implementing Environmental,Social,and Governance(ESG)strategies.This study adopts the lens of Social Cognitive Theory to analyze how MNCs operating in China can optimize human capital to enhance ESG outcomes.By exploring the interplay between individual cognition,organizational culture,and incentive mechanisms,the research establishes a human capital-driven framework for ESG implementation.Key findings emphasize the importance of cultivating ESG awareness among employees,fostering an ESG-centric organizational culture,and designing robust incentive structures to align individual behaviors with corporate sustainability goals.This comprehensive approach offers practical insights for MNCs striving to balance profitability with social responsibility and environmental stewardship in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
基金financially supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Guangxi,China(Nos.2019GXNSFGA245003 and 2021GXNSFBA220058)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22272036 and 22362008)+2 种基金Guangxi Technology Base and Talent Subject,China(GUIKE AD23026272)Guangxi Normal University Research Grant,China(No.2022TD)Innovation Project of Guangxi Graduate Education(No.XYCSR2023018)。
文摘Metal nanoclusters(MNCs)possess distinct chemical properties due to their diverse electronic structures.As a class of promising model catalysts,it is of importance to explore the relationship between their structures and properties.However,it is still challenging to get highly active and stable MNCs as surface ligands can hinder their activities,while a complete lack of surface ligand protection can lead to instability.To address this concern,here a series of Pd_(6)nanoclusters(NCs)with varying ligand amounts were synthesized by using Pd_(6)(SC_(6)(C_(2))H_(17))_(12)as precursor and single-walled carbon nanotube(s-CNT)as carrier through treating the composite at different temperatures and times.
