Management development in Israel: current and future challenges

Abstract

Analyses the developmental needs of Israeli managers from four perspectives. First, examines the ideal of the competent Israeli manager and identifies areas of weaknesses as perceived by top executives. Second, discusses geographical segmentation and industry life cycles. Analyses the three main regions of Israel in terms of growing versus declining industries and their need of particular managerial skills. Third, presents specific key issues that are related to the travel and tourism industry, the military profession, the Israeli‐Arab segment, new immigrants, health care management and, finally, the software industry. Fourth, introduces Israel’s burgeoning management development sector and notes its rapid adaptability to market demand.