Ch. 04 - Values Flashcards
values
a broad tendency to prefer certain states of affairs over others
power distance
the extent to which an unequal distribution of power is accepted by society members
uncertainty avoidance
the extent to which people are uncomfortable with uncertain and ambiguous situations
individualism versus collectivism
individualistic societies stress independence, individual initiative, and privacy. Collective cultures favour interdependence and loyalty to family or clan
cultural distance
the extent to which cultures differ in values
cultural tightness versus looseness
the extent to which cultures have more or less strong standards for behaviour and sanctions for deviation from these standards
cultural intelligence
the capability to function and manage well in culturally diverse environment