Discussion Post: The Cultural Related Challenges of International Business Operations in U.S. vs. China
Identify Hofstede's six cultural dimensions and discuss the cultural related challenges of international business operations in U.S. Vs. China.
See Hofstede's cultural map:
Submit 1 to 2 pages on the above topic.
Organize your essay by reflecting on the following three areas:
• Define Hofstede's six cultural dimensions, using you own wordings to demonstrate your understanding of the concepts (do not rewrite Hofstede's definitions).
• Argue why an American and Chinese businessman will run into cultural blunder/misunderstanding. That would mean reasoning why you will anticipate a potential cultural related misunderstanding.
• What would you recommend to minimize the misunderstanding /conflicts that can arise between two the parties during business negotiation.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.