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Human Resource Management 2000

The role of training in developing global leaders: A case study at TRW Inc.

D. Bradford Neary1; Don A. O'Grady2

1 Leadership development, TRW · 2 TRW Automotive (Germany)

Abstract

One of the first tools human resource managers turn to in meeting the challenge of developing global leaders is formal executive development. TRW, a leading company in automotive, aerospace, and information systems, provides an interesting case study of how a U.S.-based organization has dealt with the challenges of globalizing top managers. In 1996, TRW launched its global leadership program by combining U.S.-based classroom teaching with real life learning experiences from often uncomfortable locations around the world. This article reviews TRW's experience with this program and offers important insights for others contemplating designing and delivering a systematic global leadership development program.

DOI
10.1002/1099-050x(200022/23)39:2/3<185::aid-hrm8>3.0.co;2-m
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