Corporate Culture

Arabian ‫مرحبا‬
‫مرحبا‬
Ananda Rizky M
Yola Tansaulu
Muh. Raihan Ramdani
Siti Sakinah Saharuddin
 The material we will present is:
01 Greating & introduction
02.. Meetings and punctuality
03. Working hours in Saudi Arabia
04. Gifts in Saudi Arabia & Gifts in indonesia
05. Friendly business culture in Arabia;
06. Negotiation
07. Corruption
08. How to Dress in Saudi Arabia
 01. ‫اثنان‬
Greating &
introduction
Greating & Introduction
 02. ‫اثنان‬
Meetings and
punctuality
 Meetings and punctuality

Arab Indonesia
Meeting Meeting
- Communication: prefer direct and open communication - Communication : prefer to communicate indirectly and
- Decision : taken by the meeting leader avoid confrontation
- Agenda : infromal or spontaneity and flexibility - Decision : through deliberation and consensus
- Agenda : formal and structure
Punctuality
- is highly appreciated, and tardiness is considered rude Punctuality
- Delays often occur
 03.
Working hours
in Saudi Arabia
 Working hours in Saudi Arabia and Indonesia

In summary, in Saudi Arabia, the official working week is from

Sunday to Thursday, with government office hours typically from
8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, while private sector hours vary but often
include two shifts: from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:30 PM to
7:30 PM. In Indonesia, government offices generally operate from
8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, and private sector
working hours usually span from 8:00 or 9:00 AM to 5:00 or 6:00
PM, Monday to Friday. Flexible working arrangements are offered
by some companies in both countries
 04.
How to Dress in
Saudi Arabia
 Saudi businessmen often wear the traditional thobe and shemagh (ornamenthead) in public. Saudi
women and foreign women must wearabaya (long black robe) in public. A hijab does not need to be
wornbut should be done if you are told by the religious police that you mustcover your head. Under the
abaya, female visitors are advised towear a full length dress or trousers and a top with a high neckand
long sleeves, in case you are invited to remove the abaya insideless formal business meetings. When
there is an appointment to visit a businessman usuallywearing a suit.

How to Dress in Saudi Arabia

05.
Friendly
‫اثنان‬
business
culture in
Arabia;
 Friendly business culture
Friendly Business Culture In Arabia
Communication is often formal and accompanied by :
 Use of polite language and appropriate titles
 Reception of guest is usually carried out warmly an may be accompanied
by the tradition of drinking coffee or tea as a sign of honor
 Ensure guest comfort and needs are met
Friendly Business Culture In Indonesia
In Indonesia, friendliness is usually expressed in :
 Amore relaxed and intimate atmosphere
 Communication tends to be more informal, with smiles and greetings
 Reception of guests or business partners is often accompanied by an offer
of food or drink as a sign of honor
 In addition, Indonesia tend to show interest in personal and familly life
 Colleagues or guests, showing more personal friendliness in business
interactions.
 06. ‫اثنان‬
Negotiation
 Business Culture Negotiations
Business culture negotiations in Arabia :
 They often take a holistic approach, or often move from one topic
to another rather than discussing them sequentially
 They reopened discussions regarding matters that had been
agreed upon.

Business culture negotiations in Indonesia :

 Indonesian people are more relaxed when it comes to time
 Indonesian small talk and indirectness is a way to show foreigners
that they need time to build a relationship for long-term
collaboration
 07.
Corruption
08 ‫اثنان‬
Gifts in Saudi Arabia &
Gifts in indonesia
 Gifts in Saudi Arabia
It is not mandatory to exchange gifts when meeting
Saudi business colleaguesthe first time - although it may
be appreciated. Gifts must be wrapped andhigh quality.
Alcohol, knives or anything made from pork products is
a mustavoided. Gifts do not have to be opened in the
presence of the person giving themthey.
‫مشكلة‬
Gifts in Indonesia
Business gifts from Indonesia represent the country's
culture and industries. Traditional souvenirs like
handicrafts and batik showcase Indonesia's heritage.
Local products such as coffee and snacks offer a taste
of the nation's culinary diversity. Branded office
supplies reinforce corporate identity. Holiday vouchers
promote tourism. When selecting these gifts, consider
cultural relevance and practicality for recipients.
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