Preface, by E. A. Tiryakian.--Lessons from Sorokin, by A. K. Davis.--Some problems for a unified theory of human nature, by M. J. Levy, Jr.--Christianity and modern industrial society, by T. Parsons.--Sociological dilemmas: five paradoxes of institutionalization, by T. F. O'Dea.--Sociological...

Philosophical notion and framework of the book -- Turbulent Chinese business environment -- Constructs and constituents of core competences -- Conversation with senior Chinese business executives -- A structured survey in Beijing, Tianjin and Shenzhen -- Creation of strategic flexibility and...

The paradox of internationalization -- Societal effects : from vacuum to tropical jungle -- Emergent national distinctiveness through international exposure -- The south Germanic bedrock under foreign incursions -- The governance of work systems -- Enterprise management and corporate governance...