A sociohistorical approach identified differences in the way management is perceived and practiced in Britain and France. Two distinct managerial types--British gifted amateurs and French bright cadres--must be recognized to plan joint management development programs. (SK)

States that formal management development is absent from the majority of Chinese family businesses, but an alternative set of processes produces a high level of managerial talent geared to this particular kind of organization. Describes this alternative system and comments on strengths and weaknesses. (Author/CH)

Data from a recent study of managerial thinking in Malawi are examined in terms of their implications for the training and development of Malawian managers. Some of the issues involved in the transfer of Western management concepts and practices to developing countries are discussed in relation to management development. (Author/CH)