Guanxi (Paperback)

Contents Foreword Preface Acknowledgments Chapter 1. Introduction Research Background Research Objectives Conceptual Framework and Research Boundary Justifications for This Research Methodology Definitions of Special Terms Limitations of the Research Study Outline Summary and Conclusion Chapter 2. Literature Review: Western Views Introduction Western Views Summary and Conclusion Chapter 3. Literature Review: Chinese Views Introduction Chinese Views Relationship Rules Comparison of Western and Chinese Views Contrast Between Western and Chinese Views Holistic Conceptualization of Relationship and Research Questions Summary and Conclusion Chapter 4. Guanxi Context and Constructs Introduction Analysis of the Environmental Context in the PRC Guanxi Model Constructs Interaction of Guanxi Constructs Summary and Conclusion Chapter 5. Theoretical and Practical Aspects Introduction Implications for Theoretical Framework Development Positive Functions of Guanxi Guanxi Perspectives Managerial Implications Conclusion Chapter 6. A Comprehensive Model Guanxi Model Case Study: Pattern Development According to Proposed Guanxi Model Research Summary and Conclusion Appendix A: Literature Review Introduction Gaps in existing Literature How the Research Gaps are Linked with the Rest of This Study Summary of Research Questions Appendix B: Research Design and Methodology Major Research Approach Methodology Survey Design Appendix C: Analysis of Data and Results Data Analysis In-Depth Interviews Case Study Bibliography Index Reference Notes Included