1. Introduction1.1 Background1.2 Problem Discussion and Purpose1.3 Objectives1.4 Importance of the Research1.5 Limitations1.6 Company Presentation 2. Methodology2.1 The Purpose of Methodology and Research2.2 Pre-understanding2.3 Scientific Approach--Positivistic Paradigm vsHermeneutic Paradigm2.4 Research Approach--Deductive, Inductive,and Abductive Approach2.5 Research Method--Quantitative vs. Qualitative Data 2.6 Research Strategy--Case Study2.7 Data Collection Process2.8 Validity and Credibility of the Study 3. Literature Review3.1 Culture in General3.2 Organizational Culture3.3 National Culture3.4 Training in the International Context3.5 Training in the Chinese Context3.6 Communication Between Expatriates andLocal Employees 4. Empirical Data and Analysis4.1 Support for the Expatriates4.2 Training Chinese Employees4.3 Communication 5. Conclusions and Recommendations5.1 Research Findings5.2 Recommendations for the Companies5.3 Critical Reflection5.4 Suggestions for Further Research References Appendix 1 Joint Ventures Appendix 2 Chinese Hallmark