12421. THE CULTURAL NATURE OF GLOBAL HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT. Summarizes, synthesizes, and critiques six (1996-97) articles (including four research articles) relating to the cultural imperatives of global human resource management. The topic is investigated through three main sub-themes: 1) expatriate adjustment; 2) culture and management; and 3) culture and work-related values. 11 pages, 12 footnotes, 6 bibliographic sources.