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PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to advance the debate on "cosmopolitanism or globalization" by approaching this rich literature from cultural, ethical and governance angles, and by introducing key notions from the work that has taken place in the natural sciences, around the Anthropocene.Design/methodology/approachThis paper is based on analytical tactics that draw on a literature review and thematic analysis.FindingsThe composite analytical "lens" is introduced here (crafted around cultural, ethical and governance angles) to approach the debate on "cosmopolitanism or globalization" plus the engagement with the literature on the Anthropocene, allow us to engage with current understandings of the global and the "planetary" that are at the heart of cosmopolitanism.Research limitations/implicationsThe paper deals with and merges two complex streams of literature ("cosmopolitanism or globalization" and the Anthropocene), and as such, needs to be seen as part of an initial, exploratory scholarly effort.Practical implicationsThe analytical "lens" described here shall be of further use to develop current trends re-claiming cosmopolitanism for the study of organizations.Social implicationsThis work can help nurture a cosmopolitan sensitivity which celebrates difference, highlights expanded concerns for the "distant other" and fosters involvement in new forms of governance.Originality/valueThe approaches introduced here bring new angles to continue thinking about the planet as the "cosmos" of cosmopolitanism, and to explore new understandings around organizations and (global) responsibility.

PurposeWith more than 332 signatories, the United Nations Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) is probably the most solid initiative to inspire and champion responsible business education globally. The purpose of this paper is to examine the activities undertaken by the first intake of signatories – universities and business schools – with regard to each of the six principles (offering a systematic analysis and "distilled" categorization of those initiatives). It also aims to evaluate the difficulties and tensions that may be entailed in integrating PRME in both the strategic intent and daily operations of educational institutions, and how to overcome some of these. Finally, it aims to offer a critical reflection on the "non‐compliance and non regulatory/measurement" nature of PRME (the initiative assumes that signatories act on the basis of principled pragmatism), offering suggestions for improving the reporting mechanism on which the whole initiative is based.Design/methodology/approachThe authors analyze the first 100 "Sharing Information on Progress" (SIP) reports uploaded to the PRME web site. These reports are the main mechanism established by the PRME Secretariat to build learning and accountability and allow signatories to communicate their progress. Elements from grounded theory and other qualitative analytical approaches were used to allow themes to emerge from within the (often messy and irregular) data from the reports. Graphical representations are also used.FindingsActivities undertaken by PRME signatories are portrayed for each of the six principles: principle 1 on purpose (capabilities of students); principle 2 on values (incorporated in curriculum and academic activities); principle 3 on learning approaches; principle 4 on research (with sustainable, social, environmental and economic value); principle 5 on partnership (interaction with business managers); and principle 6 on dialogue (among key stakeholders). Tensions regarding ideology, integration and implementation are also identified, as well as possible weaknesses, e.g. on integrity, quality and reporting policies, in the current "SIP" framework.Originality/valueThis paper is the first scholarly work depicting comprehensively the activities of PRME signatories worldwide.

How do key cultural aspects of individualism/collectivism and gender egalitarianism shape the decision making of female managers from developing regions when handling major work–family conflicts (WFC)? We address this question by drawing on a qualitative study of 50 female managers from developing countries in Asia, Latin America, and sub-Saharan Africa who work in one particular male-dominated industry. We examine the major WFC incidents experienced by our study participants through the theoretical lens of work–life shock events outlined by Crawford et al. We contribute to the episodic approach to WFC research by shedding light on important aspects of the sociocultural role of extended families and the collectivistic values prevalent in developing regions, as well as on pervasive (low) gender egalitarian norms. The accounts of our female managers reveal how major events are perceived and how women use multifaceted methods to handle them, allowing us to propose a decision-making framework and associated cues with three broad types of decision making: (1) self-directed—choosing work; (2) consultative—choosing work; and (3) consultative—choosing family. Alongside this, we offer revealing insights into how the abovementioned cultural aspects help to shape the logic of consequences (through which people assess the impact of alternative actions) and the logic of appropriateness (through which people act according to their identity), thereby influencing WFC decision making during major episodes of conflict.

PurposeThe paper aims to focus on the role that cosmopolitanism and, in particular, "the cosmopolitan disposition" (Woodwardet al., 2008) plays in the process of entrepreneurial business by transnational business elites in Dubai.Design/methodology/approachAdopting a relational perspective based on Bourdieu and Wacquant's (1992)Reflexive Sociology, as well as an inductive design, the authors conducted 30 semi-structured interviews focusing on both expatriates and Emiratis (locals/nationals) who displayed key features of a transnational business elite.FindingsThe findings indicate that the cosmopolitan disposition is an asset for transnational business elites when they venture in the context of Dubai.Research limitations/implicationsThe findings would have to be further replicated in similar contexts, i.e. other major cities displaying similar cosmopolitan features with Dubai. A theoretical framework that calls for further study of transnational entrepreneurship via the lens of cosmopolitan disposition and Bourdieuan "habitus" is proposed.Practical implicationsThe research outlines cosmopolitan skills for a transnational business elite which are required when entrepreneurial ventures are developed in the context of a city like Dubai.Social implicationsCosmopolitanism and transnational entrepreneurship change cities like Dubai around the world constantly. Therefore, this study aims at achieving a better understanding of these changes and the ways in which they occur.Originality/valueStudies on transnational entrepreneurship have already adopted Bourdieu's theory (1977/1986), but this is the first time the cosmopolitan perspective and disposition is researched using this approach.