EXPLORING CHINESE CONFLICT MANAGEMENT STYLES IN JOINT VENTURES IN THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA

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Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)43-53
Journal / PublicationManagement Research News
Volume19
Issue number9
Publication statusPublished - 1 Sept 1996

Abstract

This paper centers on the exploration of Chinese conflict management styles in the context of international joint ventures in the People's Republic of China (PRC). Based on interviews conducted with directing managers in U.S.-Chinese joint ventures and seminars held in China on conflict management in such ventures, major characteristics of Chinese conflict management styles are discussed. Influenced by the traditional Chinese values, norms, and philosophies, Chinese managers in joint ventures tend to adopt contingent, long-term, contextual, and holistic approaches to conflict resolution. © 1996, MCB UP Limited