What elements are important to include in the design of a training and development module for expatriates?

Question 1

Training and Development Options (graded)

Training and development can be a challenge in domestic and international settings. When working with employees abroad, the training programs become that much more of a challenge for both the home and host country.

Consider this: If you were sending three senior engineers to live in Asia for 16 months, what training is necessary pre-departure, during the assignment, and upon return?

Who should be responsible for following up to ensure these expats are receiving the necessary training and development to meet expected performance standards and ensure success of their assignments?

• -What elements are important to include in the design of a training and development module for expatriates?
• -What training and development tools can be introduced to enhance the duration of the expatriate’s assignment?
• -Provide practical examples and related facts to support your answers for this week’s topic discussions.
• Question 2
• Motivation Techniques for expats (graded)
• Consider an expatriate and a local host country employee working side by side.
• What compensation issues would come to mind when comparing roles?
• What are the compensable factors to consider for both employees performing the same job?
• Next think about employees in China versus France. Should the techniques for motivating employees be the same from country to country? Why or why not?
• Provide practical examples and related facts to support your answers for this week’s topic discussions.