The Good Manager

As the internationalization of business increases, stereotypes of managers from other cultures assume greater importance. This study examined stereotypes held by American business students who expected to join the work force of Japanese managers, American managers, and a "good manager." Although neither the Japanese nor American managerial stereotype resembled that of a good manager, the typical Japanese manager was seen as the better manager overall. However, students preferred to work for the typical American manager. Implications of the results for the treatment and experiences of expatriate managers are discussed.