Training Central and Eastern European Managers: The Hungarian Experience

Abstract

Looks at the collapse, in 1989, of Communism in Central and Eastern Europe and the opportunities and problems which were [are] occurring. Discusses how the managers in these areas are learning (with assistance) how to manage their companies in Hungary in particular. Sees how cultural barriers can be overcome and looks at the complications for universities and training organizations.

Management development under adversity?

“…However, transporting western management training methods and techniques across East European boundaries has been described as a “perilous business”[ 6]. The many problems faced by these initiatives are now well documented[7, 8,9]. For example, the problems of participant managers′ expectations of management training programmes[3]; tensions over the compatibility of teaching and learning styles of trainers and the previous learning experiences of managers[10, 11].…”