Research indicates that the capability to operate successfully in culturally diverse situations (CQ) has become a precondition for effective global leadership in times of globalisation and company diversification. Responding to calls to examine CQ as a predictor of selection into global leadership positions, this dissertation aimed to develop a selection tool to successfully assess leaders’ CQ within job interviews.
For this purpose, literature was examined to firstly investigate necessary competencies of interculturally competent leaders. Secondly, it was reviewed to obtain knowledge of how to design a valid indicator for the selection process with an effective predictive value of the candidate’s future performance. Following these findings, the draft of the CQ Assessment Tool for Interculturally Competent Leaders (L-CQA) was developed. The draft was thereupon handed to professionals asking to assess its appropriateness, applicability, and real-live potential. Based upon the assessments’ evaluation, the final L-CQA was designed.
The findings of this dissertation pinpoint the necessity of placing explicit emphasis on selecting leaders with the potential to function effectively in culturally diverse settings. The L-CQA was developed to provide rich insights of a candidate’s vocational aptitude and their future behaviour. Thus, this research gives valuable implications for organisations to choose the most capable person to be an interculturally competent leader. Recommendations are offered for further research possibilities, which is hoped to be translated into useful practical implications for organisations and individuals.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Research Purpose and Objectives
- Aims and Objectives
- Research Procedure
- Potential Limitations
- Structure
- Review of Key Literature
- Global Leadership
- Conceptualisation of Cultural Intelligence
- Assessing Global Leadership Competencies
- Selecting Culturally Competent Leaders
- Development of the L-CQA
- Summary
- Research Methods
- Research Procedure
- Method of Data Collection
- Data Evaluation
- Ethical Considerations
- Trustworthiness
- Limitations
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This dissertation aims to develop a selection tool for assessing intercultural competence (CQ) in job interviews for leadership positions. It investigates the necessary competencies of interculturally competent leaders and explores methods for designing a valid and predictive selection indicator. The research culminates in the development of the L-CQA (CQ Assessment Tool for Interculturally Competent Leaders), which is evaluated for appropriateness and real-world applicability.
- Identifying essential competencies of interculturally competent leaders.
- Developing a valid and reliable assessment tool for measuring intercultural competence in job interviews.
- Evaluating the effectiveness and practicality of the developed assessment tool.
- Contributing to improved selection processes for global leadership roles.
- Providing recommendations for future research and practical application.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Research Purpose and Objectives: This chapter outlines the dissertation's aims and objectives, which focus on developing a tool to assess intercultural competence (CQ) in leadership candidates during job interviews. It details the research procedure, potential limitations, and the overall structure of the dissertation. The chapter sets the stage for the subsequent literature review and methodological sections by clearly defining the scope and goals of the research.
Review of Key Literature: This chapter provides a comprehensive review of existing literature on global leadership, cultural intelligence, and the assessment of global leadership competencies. It explores various conceptualizations of CQ and examines existing methods for selecting culturally competent leaders. A significant portion focuses on the development process of the L-CQA (CQ Assessment Tool for Interculturally Competent Leaders), outlining the theoretical underpinnings and design considerations behind the tool. The chapter concludes with a summary of the key findings from the literature review, highlighting the gap in existing methods addressed by this research and justifying the need for the developed tool.
Research Methods: This chapter details the research methodology employed in the dissertation. It describes the research procedure, the methods used for data collection, and the techniques for data evaluation. The chapter also addresses ethical considerations, ensuring the study's trustworthiness and acknowledging its limitations. This provides a transparent account of how the research was conducted and how the data was analyzed, supporting the validity and reliability of the findings.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Intercultural Competence, Cultural Intelligence (CQ), Global Leadership, Leader Selection, Job Interviews, Assessment Tool, L-CQA, Cross-Cultural Communication, Globalisation.
Frequently Asked Questions: Dissertation on Assessing Intercultural Competence in Global Leadership
What is the main purpose of this dissertation?
This dissertation aims to develop a selection tool (the L-CQA) for assessing intercultural competence (CQ) in job interviews for leadership positions. It investigates necessary competencies for interculturally competent leaders and explores methods for creating a valid and predictive selection indicator.
What are the key themes explored in this research?
The key themes include identifying essential competencies of interculturally competent leaders; developing a valid and reliable assessment tool for measuring intercultural competence in job interviews; evaluating the effectiveness and practicality of the developed assessment tool; contributing to improved selection processes for global leadership roles; and providing recommendations for future research and practical application.
What is the L-CQA?
The L-CQA (CQ Assessment Tool for Interculturally Competent Leaders) is a selection tool developed in this dissertation to assess intercultural competence (CQ) in leadership candidates during job interviews. Its design and evaluation are central to the research.
What methods were used in this research?
The research employed a mixed-methods approach. The dissertation details the research procedure, methods for data collection, techniques for data evaluation, ethical considerations, and addresses the trustworthiness and limitations of the study. This ensures transparency in the research process.
What literature was reviewed?
The literature review comprehensively examines existing research on global leadership, cultural intelligence, and the assessment of global leadership competencies. It explores various conceptualizations of CQ and examines existing methods for selecting culturally competent leaders, forming the theoretical foundation for the L-CQA's development.
What are the key findings of the literature review?
The literature review highlights a gap in existing methods for assessing intercultural competence in leadership selection, justifying the need for the L-CQA. Key findings from the review shaped the design and development of the assessment tool.
What are the chapters included in the dissertation?
The dissertation includes chapters on: Research Purpose and Objectives; Review of Key Literature; and Research Methods. Each chapter contributes to the overall goal of developing and evaluating the L-CQA.
What are the limitations of the research?
The dissertation acknowledges potential limitations of the research, ensuring transparency and allowing for critical evaluation of the findings and the L-CQA’s applicability.
What are the keywords associated with this dissertation?
Keywords include: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Intelligence (CQ), Global Leadership, Leader Selection, Job Interviews, Assessment Tool, L-CQA, Cross-Cultural Communication, and Globalization.
- Quote paper
- Alicia Utz (Author), 2014, The Selection of Interculturally Competent Leaders. Measuring Intercultural Competence within Job Interviews, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/501580
