Int 113 Module Two Discussions: Cultural Analysis

INT 113 Module Two Discussions: Cultural AnalysisHofstede’s Dimensions of Culture: Australia (Hofstede, 2015)Power Distance: Score of 38Convenient.Informal communication.Accessible managers.Information is shared frequently.Participative communication.Individualism: Score of 90Self-reliantHiring based on meritsLoyalty to the direct familyMasculinity: Score of 61More masculine cultural styleConflict is resolved at the individual levelProud of successGoal is to winPeople should strive for success.Uncertainty Avoidance: Score of 51Follow many rules.Strive for consensus.Tend to have stress and anxiety.Long-Term Orientation: Score of 21Low level in Australia. Indulgence: score of 71Highly individualist cultureTendency towards optimismCommunication (Australia–English Language, Culture, Census, 2016)Language: English (73%), mandarin (2.5%), Arabic (1.4%), Cantonese (1.2%), Vietnamese (1.2%), Italian (1.2%).Nonverbal: Tone and body language, standing about arm’s length away when having face to face.Business Etiquette (“Australia- English Language, Culture, Customs and Etiquette,” 2016).Observations:Negotiations tend to move quickly since Australians usually communicate in a participative manner. Decisions do not require back-and-forward tactics to resolve issues. The initial idea that one has proposed is usually the best. Bargaining tactics are notmainly used by Australians, and trying bargaining prices will likely discourage them from having business deals with you.They do not like confrontational selling