Knowledge Transfer as Developmental Tool for Expatriates’ Preparation

Abstract

The traditional approach of preparing employees for international assignments has been found to be inadequate and lacking. A conceptual framework is proposed on how expatriates with former international experience can utilize knowledge transfer as a developmental tool to aid in preparation for international assignments. It proposed that IHRM plays a strategic role by instituting programs for the selection and continuous development of the employees. Utilizing the push and pull strategy, with the push element denoting the selected candidates have international experience and high absorptive capacity. The pull mechanism indicates the organization intentionally institutes developmental, monitoring and evaluation programs.