Globalization, Change and Learning in South Asia

Dedication

List of figures and tables

Abbreviations and glossary of terms

Preface

About the editors

About the contributors

Chapter 1: The changing context of South Asian economies

Abstract:

Introduction

Transformation and complexity in South Asia

The importance of learning

Purpose and structure of the book

Contributions to this volume

Conclusions

Chapter 2: Gendered contexts and globalization in South Asia

Abstract:

Restraining ideology and gender

Gender contexts

Is globalization improving gender equality?

Gender and institutional change

Strategies for East meets West

Conclusion

Chapter 3: A catalyst for globalization and knowledge flows: the South Asian diaspora

Abstract:

Introduction to diasporas

What is diaspora?

Overview of South Asian diasporas

Roles played by modern diasporas

Major diaspora organizations

Diasporas and economic development

Evolving issues for diasporas

Policy implications

Conclusion

Chapter 4: Anatomy of corruption in South Asia

Abstract:

Introduction

Corruption: definition

Corruption in South Asia

Globalization, socioeconomic development, and corruption

The role of democracy

The role of national culture

Globalization and learning

Conclusions

Chapter 5: Management and culture in South Asia

Abstract:

Introduction

The nature of management and cultural change in South Asia

Multinationals as change agents

Organizations setting global trends

How widespread are the changes?

What can be learned from South Asian organizations?

What can South Asian organizations learn from other organizations globally?

Conclusions

Chapter 6: Globalization and corporate social responsibility: perspectives from South Asia

Abstract:

Introduction

The current status of CSR in South Asia

Impact of globalization: convergence or divergence of CSR activities

Does East meet West?

Policy implications and recommendations

Conclusions

Chapter 7: Frugal innovation

Abstract:

Introduction

The changing nature of globalization

Reverse trends in innovation

The concept of frugal innovation

South Asian frugal innovations

Implications for learning

Conclusion

Acknowledgements

Chapter 8: Conclusions: South Asia at the crossroads – implications for learning and change

Abstract:

Introduction

Implications for future research

South Asia at a crossroads – looking into the future

Conclusions

References

Index

Globalization has changed business the world over. Financial crises in the West and parts of Asia have triggered a search for new models and ways of doing business. South Asia offers a novel perspective on these issues, both from an intra-Asia and international standpoint. Globalization, Change and Learning in South Asia is an edited collection focussing on analysis and review of contemporary business practices in South Asia. This title shows the importance of South Asia to business and management research, and the practice of business, highlighting the role of extensive learning in addressing the slew of challenges presented by globalization. An introduction by the editors highlights socio-economic aspects of South Asia to establish its relevance in the global economy. Six chapters then cover: gender issues, diaspora as catalysts of knowledge flows, anatomy of corruption, evolving nature of management and culture; corporate social responsibility perspectives, and the growth of frugal innovation practice in South Asia.

• Captures a balanced view of how organizations and leaders are coping with the pressures of globalization
• Identifies both challenges and notable practices facing organizations
• Provides a useful template for companies managing change within South Asia and other emerging economies

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