Journal of Global Mobility-The Home of Expatriate Management Research
Scope & Guideline
Transforming Understanding of Global Workforce Dynamics
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Expatriate Adjustment and Experience:
Research targeting how expatriates adapt to new cultural environments, including psychological aspects, coping strategies, and the role of cultural intelligence in facilitating effective adjustment. - Global Mobility and Career Development:
Studies focusing on the career trajectories of expatriates, including self-initiated expatriates, and the factors influencing their career decisions, satisfaction, and professional growth during international assignments. - Cross-Cultural Interactions and Knowledge Transfer:
Explorations into the dynamics of knowledge sharing between expatriates and host country nationals, including the impact of cultural differences on organizational performance and collaboration. - Impact of Global Events on Mobility:
Investigations into how global crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, influence expatriate experiences, organizational policies, and the future of global mobility. - Diversity and Inclusion in Global Mobility:
Research examining the experiences of diverse expatriate groups, including gender, race, and professional background, and how these factors shape their mobility and adjustment experiences. - International Human Resource Management (IHRM):
The journal covers strategic perspectives on IHRM practices, including the management of expatriates and the implications for organizational success in a global context.
Trending and Emerging
- Digitalization and Technological Impact:
Recent publications emphasize the role of technology, such as mobile applications, in facilitating expatriate adjustment and enhancing communication, reflecting the growing influence of digital tools in global mobility. - Crisis Management and Resilience:
There is an increasing focus on how expatriates cope with crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, and the psychological effects of these experiences, highlighting the importance of resilience and support systems. - Self-Initiated Expatriates (SIEs):
Research on self-initiated expatriates is gaining traction, exploring their motivations, challenges, and career paths, indicating a shift towards understanding the experiences of individuals who choose to relocate independently. - Cultural Intelligence and Agility:
The concept of cultural intelligence is increasingly being explored in relation to expatriate effectiveness and adjustment, emphasizing the need for adaptive skills in diverse environments. - Intersectionality in Expatriate Studies:
Emerging research is beginning to address the intersectionality of various demographic factors (e.g., gender, race, age) in expatriate experiences, showcasing a more nuanced understanding of global mobility. - Sustainability and Ethical Considerations:
There is a growing interest in the ethical implications of expatriate management practices and the sustainability of global mobility, reflecting broader societal concerns.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Expatriate Models:
Research centered on conventional expatriate roles and management practices appears to be decreasing, likely due to the rise of self-initiated expatriates and alternative mobility arrangements. - Focus on Long-Term Assignments:
There is a noticeable decline in studies specifically addressing long-term expatriate assignments as short-term and virtual assignments gain more attention in the context of changing work dynamics. - Homogeneous Expatriate Experiences:
The exploration of expatriate experiences that do not account for diversity in nationality, gender, or professional background is becoming less frequent, reflecting a growing recognition of the need for more inclusive research. - Static Perspectives on Cultural Adjustment:
The journal has seen fewer papers that adopt a static view of cultural adjustment, with a shift towards dynamic models that consider ongoing adaptation and the impact of external factors. - Overemphasis on Economic Factors:
While economic considerations have traditionally played a significant role in expatriate research, there is a waning focus on purely economic explanations, making way for more holistic approaches that consider psychological and social dimensions.
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