Lesson 3.1: Cultural Factors in Workplaces
Learning Goals: By the end of this lesson you will be able to
1. Describe the challenges an international company may encounter with regard to ethics, values, language, and business practices in the various countries in which it operates.Independent Work Before Class:
1.Textbook Sections 4.2, 4.4, 4.52.Glossary Quiz3.Exit Card4.Homework Forum
Do this quiz before class and after you study the glossary.
Do this short survey after class to reflect on how class went for you.
Post your notes here by 1 hour before class.
The readings are textbook sections 4.2, 4.4, and 4.5.
During Class:
Prepare a short presentation to compare the Hofstede profile of two countries. Assume you are from the first country going to the second country to do business. Based on the Hofstede differences, explain what you need to be careful about.
Use this website: https://www.hofstede-insights.com/country-comparison/
Group 1: Canada and China
Group 2: USA and Japan
Group 3: Britain and South Korea
Group 4: France and Australia
Group 5: Spain and South Africa
Note: If you want to pick different countries, let the teacher know.
- You can check your homework answers here after class.
