Your research and discussion this week are both stimulating because you will begin to examine the staffing policies and training used by various countries necessary to prepare you for an international assignment. Have fun and begin by researching a company with operations in several countries and ascertain the staffing policy used for those countries.

Initial Posting:

• Explain what kind of training and preparation are provided for expatriates and what kind of results the company is experiencing with expatriate training.
• Identify reasons you would accept or reject an assignment with the company.