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Publication date: 31 August 2010

Sheh Seow Wah

The purpose of this paper is to examine the relevance and implication of the Confucius teachings in present days' context particularly in the area of leadership and organization.

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Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to examine the relevance and implication of the Confucius teachings in present days' context particularly in the area of leadership and organization.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper provides an overview of Chinese cultural values, Confucianism, and their implications for Chinese management.

Findings

Five key dimensions of the Confucian values and ethics have been uncovered and be applied to the contemporary leaders' behaviors that are moral character, human‐heartedness, human relationship, lifelong learning, and moderation.

Practical implications

The five key Confucian value dimensions can be used to shape leader's behavior. The review hopes to contribute to the study of social psychology and modern leadership.

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The paper offers a re‐organization and re‐interpretation of the Confucius classics.

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Chinese Management Studies, vol. 4 no. 3
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 1750-614X

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Publication date: 1 July 2006

John S. Hill

China has become a driving force in the world economy, yet East‐West cultural differences remain a problem area for many managers. This paper examines the importance of…

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China has become a driving force in the world economy, yet East‐West cultural differences remain a problem area for many managers. This paper examines the importance of Confucianism in shaping societal values in China and how these values have affected the Chinese style of management. Confucian principles are extracted from the extant literature and used to explain the cultural underpinnings of Chinese leadership patterns, interpersonal behaviors and individual values. The longevity of Confucian influences throughout Chinese culture is a major factor in China’s resistance to Western management practices. There is also evidence that mainstream Confucian principles emphasizing teamwork, relationships and strong corporate cultures are gaining traction in the West. Future Western researchers should pay increased attention to East Asian philosophies and Asian‐based religions in their attempts to understand non‐Christian lifestyles and management methods.

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Journal of Asia Business Studies, vol. 1 no. 1
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 1558-7894

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Publication date: 31 August 2010

Check-Teck Foo

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Chinese Management Studies, vol. 4 no. 3
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 1750-614X

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