... of executive MBA programmes. The requests frequently come from companies that want to develop an executive programme for their senior managers, often by forming an alliance. The most striking difference between the US and European MBAs is that the latter tend to be shorter. Versatility is another European...

... 3,350 executives operating within Europe and Japan. Elicits three types of Japanese management style and describes these as: the policy makers; the business drivers; and the implementors. Analyses and compares with the European responses, the responses from these three groups. Discusses the implications...

...Frank M. Horwitz Discusses attributes of success in executive development, factors driving the process and the changing nature of management work as organization restructuring occurs. Attention is given to barriers to development. Identifies core elements of an executive development strategy...

...Scott Kerr Ironically, the business challenges which require many senior executives to develop greater personal flexibility and adaptability often reduce the time available for personal development. An approach to assessing executive‐level development needs, which is both time‐and cost‐effective...