Summary international management behavior global and sustainable leadership maznevski 9th edition 2025 9781009489218

Summary international management behavior global and sustainable leadership maznevski 9th edition 2025 9781009489218 1 / 4

Summary international management behavior global and sustainable leadership maznevski 9th edition 2025 9781009489218 2 / 4

Summary international management behavior global and sustainable leadership maznevski 9th edition 2025 9781009489218 3 / 4

Summary international management behavior global and sustainable leadership maznevski 9th edition 2025 9781009489218 Part I – The New Global Context

• Global Leaders in the 21st Century

1.1 The Shifting Global Landscape The 21st century presents a leadership environment shaped by rapid technological transformation, geopolitical fragmentation, and rising societal expectations. Instead of predictable markets and stable power structures, leaders now operate in a world defined by fluid networks, systemic uncertainty, and accelerated interdependence . This environment requires decision-making that is both analytically rigorous and deeply adaptive.

Key dynamics shaping the global context include:

Multipolarity: Influence and innovation are spread across diverse regions

rather than concentrated in a few dominant actors.

Continuous disruption : Pandemics, environmental shocks, social

movements, and economic volatility create ripple effects at global scale.

Digital integration: AI systems, platform ecosystems, and real-time data

reshape how leaders manage work, relationships, and strategy.

Sustainability imperatives: Organizations are increasingly evaluated on

environmental responsibility, social impact, and ethical integrity.

High-velocity change: Cycles of innovation and obsolescence

accelerate, requiring shorter planning horizons and faster learning loops.Global leadership in this context hinges on the ability to hold conflicting demands simultaneously balancing global priorities with local realities, efficiency with resilience, and short-term performance with long-term stewardship.

1.2 Evolving Competence Requirements Global leadership competence has undergone a fundamental shift. Traditional emphasis on technical expertise and cross-cultural adjustment is no longer sufficient. Leaders must now demonstrate cognitive agility, relational intelligence, and the ability to operate effectively in hybrid and distributed environments.

• / 4