Handout 2 Flashcards
refers to the shared values, beliefs, and norms of a specific group of people. It influences the manner we learn, live, and behave (Radwan, n.d.).
Culture
This is the willingness of culture to accept status and power differences among its members.
Power Distance
This is referring to a lack of tolerance for ambiguity and a need for formal rules and policies. This dimension measures the extent to which people feel threatened by ambiguous situations.
Uncertainty Avoidance
These values concern the extent of masculine work-related goals and assertiveness (earning, advancement, title, respect et.), as opposed to more personal and humanistic goals (friendly working climate, cooperation, nurturance, etc.).
Masculinity vs. Femininity
in one culture, people are expected to portray themselves as individuals, who seek to accomplish individual goals and needs. in the other, people have a greater emphasis on the welfare of the entire group to which the individual belongs, where individual wants, needs, and dreams are often set aside for the common good.
Individualism vs. Collectivism
the fifth dimension, which was added after the original 4 dimensions. This was identified by Michael Bond.
Long vs. Short-Term Orientation
(pleased about) a desirable event
Joy
(displeased about) an undesirable event
Distress
(pleased about) an event presumed to be desirable for someone else
Happy-for
(displeased about) an event presumed to be undesirable for someone else
Pity
(pleased about) an event presumed to be undesirable for someone else
Gloating
(displeased about) an event presumed to be desirable for someone else
Resentment
(pleased about) the prospect of a desirable event
Hope
(displeased about) the prospect of an undesirable event
Fear
(pleased about) the confirmation of the prospect of a desirable event
Satisfaction
