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Culture, Language & IHRM
Culture, Language & IHRM
Culture, Language & IHRM
Definition
NewZealand
Individualistic
Does not avoid uncertainty
Believes in equality
Traditional male values
Implications
Flat structure
Individual decision making
Competing for resources
Country Cultures Some Eg.
Singapore
Collectivist
Does not avoid uncertainty
Believes in power distinctions
Low on masculinity
Implications
Paternalistic leadership
Quality of life
Country Cultures Some Eg.
Japan
Collectivist
High on uncertainty avoidance
High on masculinity
Power distance high
Implications
Seeking group consensus
Competitive
High power distinctions
Job security is stressed
Cultural Value Models
Management Style
Authority Structure
Organizational structure
Leadership style
Employee relationship with the company
Major cultural attitudes and values influencing the
soft aspect of organization