Cultural Intelligence

Question: Discuss about the Cultural Intelligence. Answer: Introduction The journal explores various cross cultural parameters that impact expatriates of companies for the scope of globalization(Crossland, 2011). The journal evaluates various related concepts and the need for various cross-cultural transition understanding. Thus, at the end of the journal a relationship between cultural intelligence (CQ), cross-cultural adjustment (CCA) and job position is established through a methodological approach. Research Model The journal in order to establish relationship amongst various parameters in the cultural context has made use of statistical and structural equation modeling procedure(Zhang, 2016). Data has been collected by various processes that establishes cultural gap between Australia and China. The journal entry analysis will help better understanding of the study. Where are we now Hofstede way back in 2001 conducted a study pertaining cross cultural analysis. His study provided valuable contribution in understanding cultural difference amongst countries on basis of their characteristics(Chen, 2010). This particular journal also initiates the study by understanding the challenges and difficulties faced by expatriates while they are exposed to cross-cultural situations and the impact of such on their performance. The journal studies and establishes unique relationship amongst variables that had not been conducted earlier. The scope of this study offers methodical approach to linking the cultural parameters to that of performance of an expatriate. Where are we going The aim of the study is to explore multitude research question to arrive at the key factors or impacts from cross-culture(Tay, 2008). The study aims to establish a relation between cultural intelligence (CQ) and cross-cultural adjustment (CCA). The research that will be attended through this study pertains to analyzing cultural asymmetry and relationship in between CQ and CCA. Another relevant area that will be analyzed through the scope of this study is to establish relationship between CQ and CCA relationships. This type of study had not been conducted previously and is relatively unique in nature. How do we get there In order to arrive at the findings of the study data has been collected and statistical analysis for such data has been done(Ang, 2008). Structural equation modeling techniques are also undertaken for analysis of the collected data and to arrive at suitable research findings. Data for the purpose of this research has been collected by a number of ways as sampling method, quantitative and qualitative surveys by means of emails, focused group interviews, surveys and so on. How do we know when we have finished The research aim was found to be accomplished upon establishing of a correlation coefficient amongst the variable assumed in the study. There were validated and reliable results for the study found that were checked by Fornell and Larcker (1981). Further results obtained from the model first order were rechecked for second orders validity. By attending to answer the research questions and forming findings for the study the goal of the research will be attended. Challenges in the activity The study pertaining to incorporating cultural difference amongst countries and their analysis reflects multiple variables as depicted in Hofstede cultural differences. Hence, some of the major challenges faced during conducting the study was in regards to deciding and finalizing the parameters for the study(Selmer, 2007). The primary research objective for the study was to ascertain the asymmetry that exists in the CQ and CCA relationship. Further, such cultural asymmetry aims to analyse the relationship and role position with its respect to the CCA. The journal was extremely lengthy hence was difficult to comprehend. The length of the journal was extremely time consuming and identified data was difficult to figure. Such data identified was difficult to obtain and form fundamental concepts related to the same. The scope of this study has been conducted on a limited sample size hence it was fairly easier to conduct the analysis. When the sample size is increased there can be larger proportion of variation that can occur and greater amounts of asymmetry. The study has extended the scope of theoretical definitions and descriptions to extend it for the use of practical use. Cultural distance asymmetry depending on cultural flow and position of expatriates was challenging to ascertain. The study has limited the scope of its analysis to Australia and China, though there is a vast cultural difference that persists yet there are a host of other countries which face challenges asymmetrically. The findings from the study hence suffer from biasness to fit in empirically. Power distance a crucial aspect for measuring cross-cultural differences will vary when other countries are taken into account. Another major challenge faced in the development of this article is in regards to deciding on the expatriate sector to analyse the cultural difference parameters. The study aims to establish a relationship amongst cultural flow and job position as well which is established by means of data analysis. While incorporating in cultural differences, broad range of factors have been ignored in the study that might have an impact. An expatriate needs to focus on and develop understanding related to cross-cultural differences which forms an important factor for job, in this study socio-cultural context of psychological feeling has been only taken into account. While expatriates tend to add a lot of knowledge and experience to be open to the host country there are two distinct type of cultural intelligence that might be present as socio and psycho differences. Thus, one of the challenges of the study was to ascertain the parameter on which to conduct the study, which has significant relationsh ip and intercultural competence. References Ang, S. V. (2008). Cultural intelligence. The Cambridge. Chen, G. K. (2010). When does cross-cultural motivation enhance expatriate effectiveness? A multilevel investigation of the moderating roles of subsidiary support and cultural distance. Academy of Management Journal, 1110-1130. Crossland, C. . (2011). Differences in managerial discretion across countries: how nation?level institutions affect the degree to which CEOs matter. . Strategic Management Journal, 797-819. Selmer, J. (2007). Which is easier, adjusting to a similar or to a dissimilar culture? American business expatriates in Canada and Germany. . International Journal of Cross Cultural Management, 185-201. Tay, C. W. (2008). Antecedents and consequences of cultural intelligence among short-term business travelers. 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