Abstract

ANTONIO, Nelson  and  MARTINS, José. The transfer of knowledge from the MNCs to its subsidiaries: A case study applied to Mozambique context . Rev. Portuguesa e Brasileira de Gestão [online]. 2008, vol.7, n.3, pp.54-70. ISSN 1645-4464.

The transfer of knowledge within the MNCs constitutes a competitive advantage due to the global competitiveness. It is a complex process subject to the contingencies of the subsidiaries localization. In this article, we study three cases in Mozambique. The results show a pattern followed by the Portuguese companies. According to the interviewees the establishment of a relationship based on trust is fundamental, in order the subsidiaries be able to incorporate the transferred knowledge on their activities.

Keywords : Transfer of Knowledge; MNCs; Subsidiaries; Mozambique; Organizational Culture.

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