Global Marketing Week 3 Assignment 1) What is the difference between a low-context culture and a high-context culture? Low-context cultures communication is usually taken at face value without much reliance on unspoken context. While high-context cultures communication relies a lot on the underlying unspoken context, which has the same important as the words used. 2) Describe the differences among the dimensions of Hofstede’s framework. The seven factors of the dimension approach are:
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The key cross cultural concern in this case study is cultural sensitivity. "Cultural sensitivity" is knowing that differences exist between cultures, but not assigning values to the differences (better or worse, right or wrong). Clashes on this point can easily occur, especially if a custom or belief in question goes against the idea of multiculturalism. Internal conflict (intrapersonal, interpersonal, and organizational) is likely to occur at times over this issue. Conflict won't always be easy
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your people want to be in war with US and are doing this to the American people”? It took me a minute to answer this question; it was even funny at that moment. For me inter cultural communication can be possible only in between people with the same ethnic background or people who studied culture. In case of cross-cultural communication, there will always be some misunderstandings.
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reiterated the importance of effective cross-cultural communication to achieve any level of progress or success. "Culture" is defined by Geert Hofstede, as "the collective programming of the mind distinguishing the members of one group or category of people from another". This report will identify national cultural differences between the U.S. and France within the case study "European Negotiations - Southern Candle's Tour De France" . Hofstede's cross-cultural communication theoretical framework
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Prepared by Kamalov Artem In the present time Internalization of business and economics has become a global problem. Entrepreneurship goes far beyond national boundaries, drawing into its orbit increasing number of people with different cultural views. As a result cultural differences are starting to play an increasing role of business organizations and stronger influence on the marginal efficiency of business. This book “Business culture in international business: from collision to an understanding”
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barriers that can create misunderstandings and misinterpretations of the intended message (Burns et al., 2012). Such misunderstandings and misinterpretations are apparent in the case of Jesica Santillon. This case study will identify the social and cultural barriers that may have made it difficult for the doctors to communicate with Jessica’s family. This case study will also offer recommendations on modification of the transplant process to ensure that misunderstandings are eliminated or minimized;
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times to communicate with others. The issue is further complicated due to the cultural factor. Some cultures excel at making custom idiomatic expressions, such as Americans. Other Asian cultures may excel in gestural expressions. Lastly sound is an important issue since certain languages or types of communications rely on distinct sounds that others cannot mimic. These three factors: segregation of communities, cultural aspects, and sound all play a role in the problems behind intercultural communication
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operate were possible causes of conflicts. Application of Cultural Frameworks By applying the various cultural frameworks to the French and Americans, it allows for an explanation of why disagreements arose between Mouse, the mayors and the government. As per Hofstede’s theory of cultural dimensions, it is observed that France and United States (US) lie on opposite ends of the spectrum. Thus, it serves as an indication of wide cultural difference between the two societies. When comparing the power
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Cultural Sensitivity and the Health Practices in Dominican Republic Manoucheka Chery Grand Canyon University: NUR-502 May 7, 2014 Cultural Sensitivity and the Health Practices in Dominican Republic The demographics of the United States is changing to one that is multicultural, multiethnic, and multilingual. Culture is a vital component in the health and wellness of individuals. Culture affects individuals' beliefs, definition of health, treatments, and interaction with healthcare providers
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Assignment 1 Hofstedes Cultural Dimensions The Hofstede cultural dimension can be a great way to study a county’s culture. The Hofstede analysis is based on five factors: power distance, individualism, masculinity, uncertainty avoidance, and long-term orientation. Looking first at the United States, we have a power distance rating of 40. This means that we understand uniqueness and have a strong belief in equality for each of our citizens, but also realize there is a certain amount of control
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