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Field of Study and Theoretical Foundation

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This chapter provides an understanding of the field of study and the theoretical foundation for this paper. First, forms of global staffing in MNCs are addressed to better classify inpatriation (Section 2.1). Second, major objectives and benefits connected with the idea of inpatriation are presented (Section 2.2). Third, adjustment issues faced by inpatriates and challenges of diversity management associated with the deployment of inpatriates are stated (Section 2.3).

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Griga, W. (2017). Field of Study and Theoretical Foundation. In: Managing Inpatriation . Internationale Wirtschaftspartner. Springer Gabler, Wiesbaden. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-658-18829-0_2

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