Title: A synthesis of expatriate competence, intelligence, adaptability, work-role demand and organisational support on expatriation effectiveness

Authors: Li-Yueh Lee; Phuoc-Thien Nguyen

Addresses: Department of Business Administration, Kun Shan University, No. 195, Kun-Da Rd., Yong-Kang Dist., Tainan City 71003, Taiwan ' Department of Business Administration, Nanhua University, No. 55, Sec. 1, Nanhua Rd., Dalin Township, Chiayi County 62249, Taiwan

Abstract: Based on a series of literature reviews, 27 research hypotheses were developed for further empirical testing. Using 244 overseas expatriate respondents as the sample, the research results show that cross-cultural static competences have positive influence on cross-cultural dynamic competences and cross-cultural adjustment; work role demands have a negative influence on cross-cultural dynamic competences and cross-cultural adjustment; relational skills. Perceived host attitude toward expatriates has a positive influence on expatriate adjustment; cross-cultural dynamic competences have positive influence on cross-cultural adjustment; cross-cultural dynamic competences and adjustment have a positive influence on expatriate effectiveness; and innovative work behaviour and job satisfaction have a positive influence on expatriate performance. In terms of moderating effects, expatriate intelligence and cultural adaptability strengthen the influence of cross-cultural static competences and work role demands on cross-cultural dynamic competences and adjustment; also, perceived assignment value and organisational support strengthen the influence of cross-cultural dynamic competencies and adjustment on expatriate effectiveness.

Keywords: cross-cultural dynamic competence; cross-cultural adjustment; expatriate effectiveness; non-ethnocentrism; work–role demand.

DOI: 10.1504/IJSS.2019.104305

International Journal of Services and Standards, 2019 Vol.13 No.1/2, pp.83 - 103

Accepted: 29 Jul 2019
Published online: 02 Jan 2020 *

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