Internal Dynamics and Cultural Intelligence in Multinational Teams

Abstract

This chapter develops a conceptual framework to explain variance in the functioning of multinational work teams. We draw upon existing theories of multinational teams (MNTs) looking at the core internal dynamics that provide critical building blocks for understanding team functioning. These dynamics are then examined in terms of the cultural intelligence of team members and how it interacts with the core features of an MNT. We discuss the ramifications of these results for structuring and running global teams in the field.

Citation

Earley, P.C. and Gardner, H.K. (2005), "Internal Dynamics and Cultural Intelligence in Multinational Teams", Shapiro, D.L., Von Glinow, M.A. and Cheng, J.L.C. (Ed.) Managing Multinational Teams: Global Perspectives (Advances in International Management, Vol. 18), Emerald Group Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 3-31. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0747-7929(05)18001-9