Reference no: EM132741035
OS2034 Cultural Dimensions & Barriers
Assessment - Group Report
CW2 will take the form of a briefing document, minimum 850 words completed in pairs for a new member of management, detailing the cultural dimensions and barriers in a given destination. Report must integrate theory we have learned in class. Students will choose a "geographic destination" where the new manager will be working, and the nationality of the manager. It is advisable is to choose a destination and a nationality that are very different. Be sure to proofread carefully to catch spelling and grammar errors.
You should focus on business than personal life.
• Findings/Results and Analysis:
1. provide specific recommendations based on solid research on a wide selection of topics that would be helpful to the new manager.
2. Be sure to integrate theory. Use at least 2 theories but you do not have to include every part of each theory. Only the parts of the theory that are useful and relevant.
3. Read and research verifiable articles, journals, etc. and cite your sources, then explore the literature with critical think of your own: Do you agree? Why or why not? Cutting and pasting theory/evidence will not do; you must interpret the evidence with your own thoughts and ideas. Credit is given for using a variety of references. Show evidence of wide reading on the subject!
Nationality of the manager:USA
Where the new manager will be working:CHINA
Direction:
Cultural dimensions and barriers:
1. Long term orientation(need example and recommendations)
2. Indulgence (need example and recommendations)
Theories:
• Conflict management - How to prevent and solve conflicts? What could cause a conflict? What is the best way to deal with a conflict? What should be avoided at all times?
• Women at work - to which extent is gender an influencing factor at work? What is the impact of gender at work?
• Generational acceptance - are all generations respected at the same level?
(850 words in total)