1How have changes to the external environment of work organisations, and their subsequent impact on organisational structure, acted to shape the notion of careers? 2 What are the key dimensions along which we can contrast traditional and new careers? 3 To what extent can it be argued that the move towards 'boundaryless' careers is positive for employees? What are the associated negative implications of such change? 4 What are implications of the changing career offering for the psychological contract? 5 What does the empirical research evidence suggest about the proliferation of the new career concept in work organisations? 6 What are the organisational benefits associated with a strategic approach to career management? 7 What are the key mechanisms through which work organisations can assist in the career selfmanagement of its employees? 8 What are the implications of increased labour market diversity on the way in which organisations support career management? 9 How do national cultural differences shape attitudes and approaches to career development