The adjustment process of Spanish repatriates: a case study

Abstract

Little empirical research has focused on the repatriation process of international employees despite the increasing number of expatriations that take place and the consequences of its failure. Based on a ten cases study, this research provides an in-depth analysis of the adjustment difficulties repatriates face when they come back from international assignments. Findings suggest that these adjustment problems could lead to turnover intentions. The study also shows that work adjustment difficulties can be caused by differences between the host and the domestic organizational culture and it can be moderated by some organizational practices. Implications and recommendations for human resources practitioners and researchers are discussed.

Keywords:

• International human resource management
• repatriation
• adjustment process

Notes

1 For specific questions, you are encouraged to make contact with the authors of this research.

2 He came from a humanitarian mission in Bosnia.