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International Culture
C/HR/1207. Multicultural teams have high potential, but also carry high risks. Discuss
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- 2150
- DATE:
- 2012
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper looks at the benefits and challenges of multicultural teams identifying benefits and risks of teams’ cultural diversity, and discussing the ways to deal with cultural barriers within teams. Real life examples of multicultural teamwork are considered.
KEYWORDS: Multicultural teams, potential, risks,
C/B/4318. Dissertation. The impact of national culture on organisational culture and performance. Case study China and Haier
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- 9250
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 99.99 GBP
This dissertation focuses on Haier, a Chinese based white goods firm. The study aims to consider the role of national culture in order to assess the way in which it shapes organisational culture and performance. The study begins by presenting an overview of Haier, China and the research justification, and follows with the identification of the individual research questions and objectives. The review of literature discusses a range of topics, some of which include the importance of national culture, China as an emerging market, the Harrison/Handy Typology, and the Deal and Kennedy Typography. The study then focuses on Haier, and presents the companies history, leadership strategies, as well as the general household appliance industry in China. The research methodology is then provided in detail, and the dissertation outlines the results from the chosen data collection method. Conclusions are made regarding the findings, and opportunities for future research are discussed.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, Haier, China, white goods firm, national culture, organisational culture, organisational performance, emerging market, Harrison/Handy Typology, Deal and Kennedy Typography, household appliance industry,
C/B/4197. Should companies adopt and adapt to local cultures?
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- 1200
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- 2011
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- 19.99 GBP
This paper examines the extent to which companies should adopt and adapt to local culture. The paper discusses the way in which clashes between cultures occurs, and uses McDonalds in India as an example of a company adopting and adapting to local culture. The way in which companies can change the local culture is discussed, as is the way corporate standards and image can be maintained.
KEYWORDS: Local culture, McDonalds, corporate standards!,
C/HR/1126. An evaluation of cultural theories and IHRM managers
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- 2500
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 29.99 GBP
This paper examines cultural theories in relation to International human resource managers (IHRM). The paper begins by evaluating different theories, namely Hofstede’s cultural dimensions, Trompenaar’s cultural dimensions, and the Globe project. The way in which cultural theories can be applied to the practice of IHRM is discussed in reference to international labour markets and workplace organisation.
KEYWORDS: Cultural theories, International human resource managers, IHRM, managers, Hofstede’s cultural dimensions, Trompenaar’s cultural dimensions, Globe project, international labour markets!,
C/HR/1110. An examination of cultural theories in relation to international HRM
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- 2750
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 29.99 GBP
This paper examines cultural theories in relation to international HRM. Different types of organizational culture, namely power, role, task, and person are evaluated. Uncertainty avoidance is examined, along with other topics including individualism. The significance of cultural theories when trying to understand HRM is assessed, and the paper also examines the extent to which cultural difference can influence work and HRM.
KEYWORDS: cultural theories, international HRM, Human resource management, HRM, Uncertainty avoidance!,
C/M/2281. Role of National Culture and Gender in Choosing Leadership Styles
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- 2950
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper looks at the relationship between national culture, gender and leadership styles reviewing the theory of leadership and Hofstede’s theory of cultural differences, discussing cultural and gender determinants of leadership styles, and addressing the problem of barriers to female leadership.
KEYWORDS: National Culture, Gender, Leadership Styles, female leadership,
C/B/4114. Proposal. Effects of cultural mix on organisation of firms in UK
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- 1550
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper proposes research into the effects of cultural diversity on UK companies presenting the background of the topic, formulating the aims and objectives of the research, identifying the themes and sources of the literature review, describing the research methodology, and defining the avenues of future research into the impact of Britain’s cultural mix on the organisation of firms.
KEYWORDS: Proposal, cultural mix, organisation of firms in UK, cultural diversity,
C/M/2245. An examination of a manager from an individualistic culture working in a collectivist culture
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- 1050
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 19.99 GBP
This paper aims to assess what challenges face a manager from an individualistic culture working in a collectivist culture. The paper uses the example of a manager from Sweden working in Saudi Arabia. The topic is examined in reference to Hofstede’s cultural dimension model, communication, local custom, local culture, and linguistics. The paper concludes with recommendations for a manager in this position.
KEYWORDS: Manager, individualistic culture, collectivist culture, Sweden, Saudi Arabia, Hofstede’s cultural dimension model, communication, local custom, local culture, linguistics,
C/B/4007. Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions for Austria
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- 200
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 9.99 GBP
This paper examines Hofstede’s cultural dimensions for Austria. The model refers to Power Distance, Individualism, Masculinity-Femininity and Uncertainty Avoidance, and examines Austria in relation to these categories.
KEYWORDS: Hofstede’s cultural dimension, Austria, Power Distance, Individualism, Masculinity-Femininity, Uncertainty Avoidance,
C/B/3829. Cultural aspects of cross-border alliance between Nissan and Renault
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- 2950
- DATE:
- 2011
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The paper addresses cultural issues of international business using a case study of the cross-border alliance between the Japanese motor company Nissan and the French motor company Renault. Strategies of the companies’ leadership are discussed along the lines of Hofstede’s theory of cultural dimensions arguing whether cultural differences can be overcome through the right management, communication, teamwork and leadership.
KEYWORDS: Cultural dimensions, cross-border alliance, Nissan and Renault, international business,
C/B/3825. Dimension of power distance in UK and Brazil culture: comparative analysis
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- 1950
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper looks at the cultures of the UK and Brazil along the lines of Hofstede’s cultural dimensions comparing them with regard to power distance reflected in companies’ organisational structure, authoritative vs. participative management styles, etc. The paper has no references.
KEYWORDS: Hofstede, cultural dimensions, power distance, UK and Brazil,
C/B/3667. Critique of the application of Hofstede and Trompenaars' national culture models in the Indian context
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- 3450
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 39.99 GBP
This paper discusses Hofstede and Trompemaars’ models of national culture in relation to Inida, and begins by defining culture. The paper also examines why culture is so important. This is followed by a separate evaluation of Hofstede’s model of national culture and Trompenaars model of national culture. The importance of culture in global software outsourcing production and use is examined, and the paper examines technology and expatriate software developers.
KEYWORDS: Hofstede, Trompernaar, models of national culture, global software, expatriates, technology, India,
C/B/3666. Research methodology. What are the cross cultural differences amongst organisations in the UK and Brazil based on Hofstede' power distance dimension?
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- 4650
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 49.99 GBP
This research methodology and findings paper contains research on the power distance index. The key objectives are to evaluate the importance of understanding Power Distance to deal with and manage people coming from different cultural/environmental contexts in organizations, to analyse what type of organisational structure and management styles are most suitable for Brazilian organisations, and to analyse what type of organisational structure and management styles are most suitable for British organisations, taking account UK’s position on the Power Distance Index. The sources of data collection are examined, and the paper uses a questionnaire to obtain information. The remainder of the paper identifies all of the results from the questionnaire.
KEYWORDS: Research methodology, power distance index, cultural context, environmental context, organisational structure, management styles, Brazil, Britain!,
C/M/2031. Cross-cultural management in MNC: case of Japan and Mexico
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- 3100
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 39.99 GBP
The paper addresses the issues of cross-cultural management in Multinational Corporations (MNC) drawing comparisons between Mexican and Japanese cultures, reviewing the theory of cultural dimensions by Hofstede, identifying its similarities with other cross-cultural studies including the research by Gomez, and suggesting the ways to deal with cultural differences in Mexico and Japan.
KEYWORDS: Cross-cultural management, MNC, Mexican and Japanese cultures, Hofstede, Gomez,
C/M/2028. Issues of international business and culture
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- 1000
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper offers a review of articles that address the issues of international business transactions with regard to differences in organisational culture, explain the importance of Guanxi (connections) in Confucian society, and examine the role of knowledge creation for the company success.
KEYWORDS: international business, international culture, Guanxi, knowledge creation,
C/B/3615. Theory of cultural differences and power distance dimension in Brazilian and British organisations
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- 4700
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 49.99 GBP
The paper looks at the theory of cultural dimensions comparing the theory proposed by Hofstede with the theory proposed by Trompenaars and Hampden-Turner. Both theories are applied to the analysis of the GLOBE (Global Leadership and Organisational Behaviour Effectiveness) research project focusing on the role of power distance within organisations and discussing it with regard to Brazil and UK.
KEYWORDS: cultural differences, power distance, Brazil and UK, Hofstede, Trompenaars and Hampden-Turner, GLOBE research project,
C/HR/949. Impact of culture on HRM: comparative analysis of Japan and USA
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- 1500
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- 24 Slides
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper looks at the impact of culture on the HR policies and practices of organisations in Japan and the USA reviewing the theory of cultural differences by Hoftsede and comparing Japanese and American culture along the lines of individualism, masculinity, power distance and uncertainty avoidance. Key differences in the Japanese and US HRM practices are identified. A 24-slide presentation of the study is supplied in a separate folder.
KEYWORDS: International HRM, culture, Japan, USA,
S/M/599. Dissertation. Chinese Conflict Management
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- 15950
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 159.99 GBP
The dissertation examines the approaches to conflict management used in China. Literature is reviewed on the features of the Chinese culture including collectivism as opposed to the Western individualism, the doctrine of Confucianism, the models of conflict management, interpersonal conflicts and “face” management, approaches to conflict avoidance, etc. A study is conducted to determine the influence of collectivism and Confucianism on conflict management within the ethnic group of Han Chinese. The methodology of the research includes analysis of secondary data and primary data collected from questionnaires distributed among Han Chinese populations of Hong Kong, Shanghai and Beijing. Conclusions are used about the prevalent use of conflict management mechanisms that enhance social stability and harmony within Chinese society.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, Chinese Conflict Management, collectivism, Confucianism, social harmony,
S/M/598. Russian and American culture: cross-cultural conflict in International Hotel in Russia
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- 2100
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- 2011
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper addresses cross-cultural issues affecting international hotel management in Russia offering a case study of a cross-cultural conflict in Holliday Inn (International Hotel) in St Petersburg. Features of communicative behavior typical of Russians and Americans are discussed explaining the roots of conflict within the management of the hotel. The role of culture in international business is highlighted.
KEYWORDS: Russian and American culture, cross-cultural conflict, International Hotel, international business,
C/P/345. Examination of the rebranding of Britain: success or failure?
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- 2750
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 29.99 GBP
This paper discusses the way in which Britain has tried to rebrand the image that other countries have of the UK. The paper aims to assess whether this rebranding is due to reasons of pride, or shame because of its past involvement in other countries. The concept of Cool Britannia is discussed as a way to change the image from Cruel Britannia, and the paper assesses whether this concept has proved to be a failure or not. Inter cultural communications and rebranding are both examined in reference to Britain.
KEYWORDS: Britain, rebranding, UK, pride, shame, Cool Britannia, Cruel Britannia, Inter cultural communications,
C/M/1881. Why should the international marketer have knowledge of sub cultural groups when attempting to segment markets?
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- 1150
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 19.99 GBP
This paper aims to assess the reasons why the international marketer should have knowledge of sub cultural groups when attempting to penetrate international markets. The paper begins by defining sub cultural groups, and follows this with a discussion regarding international market orientation. Homogeneity, Heterogeneity, and segmentation are all examined, and the paper concludes by summarising why marketers should have knowledge of sub cultural groups.
KEYWORDS: Homogeneity, Heterogeneity, Segmentation, international marketer, sub cultural groups, international markets, international market orientation,
C/B/3369. Examination of the importance of self reference criterion
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- 1500
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- 2011
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- 19.99 GBP
This paper examines self reference criterion (SRC), and aims to assess its importance to a marketing firm planning to enter an international market for the first time. The paper begins by identifying the concept of SRC, and follows with a discussion of Hofstede’s cultural dimensions. Stereotyping and ethnocentrism is also discussed, and the ways in which individuals can over come SRC is examined.
KEYWORDS: Self reference criterion, SRC, international market, Hofstede’s cultural dimensions, Stereotyping, ethnocentrism,
C/M/1830. The relationship between national culture and human resource practices in India
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- 3200
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 39.99 GBP
This paper discusses the relationship between national culture and human resource practices, focusing on India. The paper begins by describing the Indian National Culture, followed by an analysis of two models of cross cultural management. The models in question are Hofstede’s dimensions model and Trompenaars Cultural Dimensions model, and each are dissected and analysed in great detail. India’s management style is examined, and the paper discusses topics like the impact of national culture on human resource practices and the impact of HRM on organisational performance. The paper concludes with a reflective discussion based on the content of the paper.
KEYWORDS: National culture, human resource practices, India, Indian national culture, cross cultural management, Hofstede’s dimensions model, Trompenaars Cultural Dimensions model, organisational performance,
C/HR/865. Influence of national culture on reward management in India
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- 2950
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the influence of national culture on the link between the perceived meaning of pay and actual satisfaction using a case study of the Indian culture. The frameworks of Hofstede’s and Trompenaar’s models of cultural differences are applied to study reward behaviour in India using an example of reward management at Socometal.
KEYWORDS: national culture, reward management, India, Socometal,
S/B/587. Intercultural Communication: Theory and Case Study of Egyptian living in Hungary
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- 2500
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper looks at the prerequisites of effective cross-cultural communication reviewing academic literature on the theory of culture including the theories of cultural dimensions by Hofstede and Trompenaars. The differences between the Egyptian and Hungarian cultures are examined using a case study based on primary research.
KEYWORDS: cross-cultural, intercultural communication, Hofstede, Trompenaars, Egyptian and Hungarian cultures,
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