As firms work to exploit time sensitive regional opportunities, the successful administration of expatriate assignments is key.

STUDY TOPICS

• Assignment Types
  Business trip, Short-Term Assignments, Long-Term Assignments, Duration, Nature of Assignment, Guaranteed Return
  
  
• Traveling / Moving Policies
  House-Hunting, Realtor Fees, Temporary Living Arrangements, Property Management, Shipping and Storing Belongings
  
  
• Living Expenses
  Immigration Costs, Tax Preparation Assistance, Tax Equalization Process, Health / Business Club, Transportation, Cost of Living Allowance
  
  
• Family Expenses
  Travel, Job Placement Assistance for Spouse, Education for Children
  
  
• Additional Costs
  Repatriation, Emergency Evacuation, Hardship Allowance
  
  
• Effects on Business
  Healthcare, Maternity / Paternity, Vacation, Sick Time, Time Off
  
  
• Regional Metrics
  Cost of Living Data, Housing Expenses, FX issues