The role of selection and socialization processes in career mobility: explaining expatriation and entrepreneurial intentions

Baluku, Martin Mabunda; Schummer, Steffen Erik; Löser, Dorothee; Otto, Kathleen

doi:10.1007/s10775-018-9382-5

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“…Although the application of the TPB in the entrepreneurial field has been supported by past research studies-even if not all the studies found the same results in terms of the relation between the three main antecedents and entrepreneurial intention (Liñán and Chen 2009;Kautonen et al 2015;Lortie and Castogiovanni 2015;Obschonka et al 2015)-some authors have underlined the need to add other variables to intentional antecedents, especially in the entrepreneurial field, in order to increase the ability of the model to account for Entrepreneurial Intention variance (Conner and Armitage 1998;Pihie and Bagheri 2013;Bagheri and Pihie 2014;Zhang et al 2014;Ajzen 2015;Baluku et al 2019). Suggestions have been made to add not only variables linked to the individual's inner world such as belief, perception of one's self, and values, but also variables related to the individual's external world, such as ones connected to a particular context, nation, or culture (Rise et al 2010;Zhang et al 2014).…”

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Am I an Entrepreneur? Entrepreneurial Self-Identity as an Antecedent of Entrepreneurial Intention

Ceresia

Mendola

2020

Administrative Sciences

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Although many studies have shown that entrepreneurial intention can be explained according to a theory of planned behavior, some scholars have provided interesting insights into the role of entrepreneurial self-identity perception as a significant precursor of entrepreneurial intention. A questionnaire was administered to graduates and students of an Italian university (N = 153). A hierarchical regression analysis controlling for demographic variables was performed in order to test the research hypotheses. The findings of this study are discussed, with particular attention paid to the unexpected, weak, or non-significant effects of perceived behavioral control and social norms on entrepreneurial intention.

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Section: Theory Of Planned Behavior and Self-identitymentioning

confidence: 94%

Am I an Entrepreneur? Entrepreneurial Self-Identity as an Antecedent of Entrepreneurial Intention

Ceresia

Mendola

2020

Administrative Sciences

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“…To ensure the best fit between their qualifications and their first job, graduates must be ready to move. This should apply especially to business management students, many of whom aspire to careers in international firms, and sometimes already decide to study abroad (Baluku et al 2019;Presley et al 2010). To sum up, the present study examines the willingness of business management students to be geographically mobile for job-related reasons.…”

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“…Before the pandemic, the heightened internationalization of companies' operations had increased the demand for internationally mobile employees (Remhof et al 2014). The earlier times slogan "today here, tomorrow there" was a sign of privilege, almost exclusively reserved for those of high potential (Baluku et al 2019) seems to apply again given the current stringent migratory rules particularly due to the current coronavirus pandemic. However, international mobility had gain importance for career development (Baluku et al 2019) before the pandemic.…”

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“…The earlier times slogan "today here, tomorrow there" was a sign of privilege, almost exclusively reserved for those of high potential (Baluku et al 2019) seems to apply again given the current stringent migratory rules particularly due to the current coronavirus pandemic. However, international mobility had gain importance for career development (Baluku et al 2019) before the pandemic. Whereas geographic career mobility may not gain the same prominence in the aftermath of the pandemic (Gamlen 2020), it will still be important especially to professionals in the field of business management, many of whom aspire to careers in international firms.…”

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Cultural differences in geographic mobility readiness among business management students in Germany and Spain ahead of graduation

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Given the increased internationalization of organizations and economies of scale concentrated in urban centers, graduates are often expected to relocate for their first job. Based on Hofstede’s model and Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), we examine the effects of cultural dimensions (individualism-collectivism and uncertainty tolerance) as well as subjective norms (parents’ and peers’ attitudes towards geographic mobility) on readiness for geographic job-related mobility in samples of German and Spanish business management students ahead of graduation from university. The study involved administering a survey questionnaire to 273 third- and fourth-year business management students of two large universities (one in Germany and another in Spain). Cross-cultural measurement invariance of the measures was confirmed, allowing for comparison of scores across the groups. We found that German students had generally a larger geographical mobility, whose readiness was predicted by parents’ and peers’ perceived attitude and uncertainty tolerance. Readiness for geographic mobility was also higher when social or material incentives are offered, yet geographic mobility readiness for career incentives and for social incentives was predicted by vertical individualism and horizontal collectivism, respectively. This study is one of the first to examine geographic mobility readiness among undergraduate management students in the two countries, who by nature of their training are expected to be mobile. The study also shows the differential effects of sub-dimensions of the Hofstede cultural dimensions.

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“…Scholars have paid attention to the concepts and contents related to expatriate employees. The employment scope of self-initiated expatriate careers not only refers to the current enterprise organisation but also includes different positions, professions, functions, roles, countries, and cultures (Martin et al, 2019). SIEs are across the boundaries of different employers (enterprises) globally in pursuit of maximising their own interests and career development Chattopadhyay, 2019;.…”

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Understanding the Chinese Early Career Self-Initiated Expatriates in Hungary: Insights from a two-step-migration pathway and alter native career trajectories

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To gain a comprehensive understanding of the career trajectories of Chinese self-initiated expatriates (SIEs) in Hungary over time, this study was conducted as exploratory research. The thesis follows the framework of the "two-step migration pathway and alternative career trajectories", which establishes a connection between the concept of expatriation and the specific journey taken by individuals from being international students to becoming early career self-initiated expatriates, as well as compares the career outcomes of Chinese self-initiated expatriates with individuals holding Chinese and Hungarian credentials. The subsequent section presents the new scientific findings, organised into the literature review and empirical article. 1. Literature review (Understanding the Early Career Self-Initiated Expatriation: A Review and Directions for Future Research): utilising both the functionalist and interpretivist approaches, the study explores the characteristics of early-career SIEs, which delves into their transitional experiences, their inclination towards novelty and innovation, and the limited consideration given to familiarity. The expatriation motives are analysed from the perspective of structural factors, organisational aspects, and individual abilities. 2. Three empirical articles: following to the structure of the "two-step migration pathway and alternative career trajectories" framework. 2.1 A qualitative exploration of the socioeconomic status and motivations of Chinese students in Hungary: Three important factors influenced lower-middle-class Chinese students’ choices to study in Hungary: the constraints of reality, educational aspirations, and a desire for self-expression.  The socioeconomic status of Chinese students studying in Hungary is lower than that of those studying in Anglo-Saxon or other Western countries  Those with scholarships and tuition-fee payers were not socially distinct groups because both were financially constrained  Their international studies represented a conscious step towards their economic, social, and cultural advancement, and childhood hobbies and extracurricular activities contributed to their upward mobility as well. 2.2 Career Trajectories of Self-Initiated Early Career Chinese Expatriates in Hungary: two-step migration pathway perspective? The participants had three options for their early career after studying in Hungary: repatriation, remaining, or moving to another European country.  The decision whether to repatriate or remain is heavily influenced by relational factors, particularly family concerns related to the Confucianism  The decision between repatriation and mobility is heavily influenced by work requirements  The decision between remaining and mobility were often influenced by actual language proficiency 2.3 Does Local Education Matter in Semi-periphery country? Comparative Analyses of Early Career Chinese Self-initiated Expatriates in Hungary: The findings reveal two distinct types of early-career Chinese SIEs with Chinese credentials in Hungary: those using their Hungarian experience as a stepping stone for long-term career mobility and those who perceive it as beneficial for their career objectives. Chinese SIEs with Hungarian credentials can also accumulate career capital, but their futures remain more uncertain. The findings also reveal the impact of gaining qualifications in Hungary, for Chinese SIEs with different credentials did not have a clearly defined career path.  Chinese SIEs with strong Chinese credentials exhibit autonomy in their career decisions. They view their international experiences in Hungary as a means to autonomously shape their future careers in other European countries.  Chinese SIEs with lower Chinese credentials demonstrate high levels of self-efficacy, indicating their expectation of their competence improvement. They believe that their experiences in Hungary contribute to their competence, which will benefit their careers.  Although some of the Chinese SIEs with Hungarian credentials have uncertain future, they still have a strong perception of the cultural and social accumulation.

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The role of selection and socialization processes in career mobility: explaining expatriation and entrepreneurial intentions

Cited by 5 publications

References 63 publications

Am I an Entrepreneur? Entrepreneurial Self-Identity as an Antecedent of Entrepreneurial Intention

Am I an Entrepreneur? Entrepreneurial Self-Identity as an Antecedent of Entrepreneurial Intention

Cultural differences in geographic mobility readiness among business management students in Germany and Spain ahead of graduation

Understanding the Chinese Early Career Self-Initiated Expatriates in Hungary: Insights from a two-step-migration pathway and alter native career trajectories

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