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American Business Culture in Japan, 2008.
A look at the professional and work related customs and practices relevant to an American working in Japan.
1,556 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 51.95
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The paper discusses workplace and organizational culture as it would be experienced by an American company operating in Japan. The paper also examines the unique experiences to which an American employee working in Japan would be exposed to vis-a-vis workplace culture and practices. The paper recommends the acquisition of some deeper cross-cultural communication skills that extend beyond the workplace.
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Abstract
Introduction
Negotiation & Culture
Physical Space & Time in the Workplace
Conclusion
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"For an American firm operating in Japan there are many considerations that must be made beyond the operational level. Perhaps the most important are at the organizational level where customs, culture, and host-national considerations must be made. This is because the subject of intercultural communication has become not just a politically correct topic in today's increasingly diverse societies, but a matter of necessity given the spread of the global economy and the degree of economic integration which finds companies now moving into foreign countries such as Japan where the Asian culture and work ethic becomes a vital consideration."
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Business and Culture In the U.S. and Japan, 1997.
Compares cultures (individual and society, personal space) and examines the effective American use of Japanese management styles (just-in-time systems, work groups) in General Motors Saturn division.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 9 sources, $ 47.95
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"Introduction
Japanese management techniques, including just-in-time (JIT) manufacturing and quality circles (QC), have gained much attention in recent years as American companies have focused on improving their profit performance and their competitiveness in the international market. However, it is not possible to simply transport Japanese management approaches without taking into account some of the significant differences between the cultures of Japan and the United States. This research examines some of the critical cultural differences between the two countries and considers how those cultural differences affect business operations in the two nations, and, specifically, within the automotive industry.
Key Cultural Aspects Compared Between Japan and the USA
One of the greatest ..."
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China and U.S. Business Culture, 2005.
This paper is a study in the contrasts between business practices in the U.S. and China.
5,276 words (approx. 21.1 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 130.95
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This paper examines the differences between business culture in China and the U.S. The paper briefly touches on the implications of China becoming a member of the WTO, but mainly focuses on the differing social practices between East and West and how they impact business dealings.
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China Now
Chinese Cultural Values and Implications for Business
Guidelines to Doing Business in China
Western Firms Doing Business in China
Reciprocity and Long-Term Business Relationship
Taking a Chinese Name
Conclusion
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"It can be more useful to regard China as a continent rather than a country. It occupies 9.5 million square miles (slightly larger than the United States) but is composed of a collection of regions. These regions are differentiated by culture, dialect and level of economic development and can be quite competitive with each other. China has 1.3 billion people and grows about 10 million per year. There are really two Chinas when a firm is looking at it from a business opportunity standpoint. 900million people live in rural areas with an average annual income of less than $100 US. 400 million people live in the more developed areas along the East coast and Yangtze River and have an average annual income of $800. US (www.uschina.org, 2005)."
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Business Culture, 2002.
An analysis of the importance of understanding other cultures in the business world by examining a hypothetical takeover by a large international firm of a smaller American one.
1,875 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper explores a (hypothetical) takeover of a small American company that makes Arts and Crafts style furniture and objets d?art by a large, French-based maker of primarily modern furniture as well as reproductions of 18th and 19th century furniture. The concept of culture is defined and examined for its vital role in developing proper business etiquette. This paper looks at the hurdles which face people during such a takeover and methods which can be used to overcome them.
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"Culture is one of the most difficult of all terms to define because it encompasses all of human thought, behavior and material goods. There is no vantage point outside of culture that allows us to view it, for it encompasses everything we understand. Culture is the complex whole of human existence that includes ? but is not limited to ? all of human knowledge, belief, language, art, morals, laws, customs and habits that are possessed by individuals in their roles as members of human societies. Culture is simply the entire way of life of a particular time or group of people, all of the customs, ceremonies, works of art, inventions, technology, and traditions that are held in common by a certain group of people at an historical moment."
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French Business Culture, 2005.
Examines issues raised by the expatriate assignment of a middle management professional to the country of France.
2,800 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 83.95
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Organizations and the professionals within organizations must be cognizant of many factors when moving personnel over boundaries of language and culture, and in doing so, must pay attention to several key categories. This report examines the expatriate assignment from the perspective of human resources (HR) management, cost of living allowances (COLA), and other factors, including an examination of French business culture.
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"In terms of cost of living allowances (COLA) in France, one has to look at the French economy to see what factors may affect the middle manager in this regard. Presently, ?France is in the midst of a gradual transition, from a well-to-do modern economy that has featured extensive government ownership and intervention to one that relies more on market mechanisms? (Economic Structure, 2002). The government has privatized many large companies and banks, but some industries remain steadfastly public-sector, especially in the transportation field and the power industry. This type of capitalism that is flourishing in France is definitely regulated by laws, taxes, and socialist income distribution models."
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Popular Culture in Contemporary Japan, 2002.
Examines the effect of American and Western pop culture on Japan.
3,343 words (approx. 13.4 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 95.95
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The western world, most notably the United States, is a massive producer of what is commonly called "popular culture", that is, culture that is easily accessible to large audiences of people. This paper analyzes the ways in which western popular culture has managed to penetrate the Japanese marketplace. The paper focuses on the globalization of culture, the perversion of the internet, western television and western movies. It concludes with remarks and observations. For the most part, the paper focuses on American pop culture. However, influences from European sources are also discussed.
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"Staying in the music realm, Japanese popular culture has managed to turn one of the icons of "normal culture" (Beethoven) into a Japanese popular culture event. This happens each New Year in Japan, when hundreds of amateur choirs spend months of rehearsal and join in singing Beethoven's Ninth Symphony (The Chorale). For weeks before the event, Japan's NHK television network dedicates entire programs to explain the meaning of Schiller's "Ode to Joy" and how to pronounce the words (Kazyuki, 1987)."
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Chinese Business Culture, 2005.
A look at the financial and ethical considerations necessary when doing business in China.
1,075 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 37.95
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This paper discusses some of the financial and ethical concerns that businesses must address when doing business in China. The paper reviews such issues as tax law, intellectual property, the Chinese currency, and importing and exporting in an effort to shed some light on this topic.
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"The Chinese currency is the yuan and it has been relatively stable since the late 90s at around 8-yuan to 1 dollar equivalent, sometimes going slightly less and sometimes slightly more than this. This makes the cheapness of labor a major point in China as it is relatively easy to live very well and richly in the country on only about $200US a month.
The foreign company may face increases in value in supply chains if this is not well negotiated beforehand, however, because it is common practice in China to charge foreigners a lot more than Chinese people, even for the basics there may be a significant markup. Even with this markup however the relatively strong value of the U.S. dollar in
relation to the yuan still makes doing business in the country very attractive from a currency perspective."
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The Changing Business Culture, 2002.
This paper explains that strategies for establishing a competitive advantage in the marketplace now include the nurturing of innovative tendencies and the cultivating of individual creativity in the workplace.
1,330 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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This paper examines organizations that have developed a variety of problem solving methods that appeal to individual learning styles. The author points out that many of these companies have instituted change programs that embrace employee teaching and training in issues of self-discovery, learning and leadership. The author believes that these "revolutionary advances" have the power to move the American workforce into uncharted territories of adventure and exploration.
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"Today?s business leader is creating alternatives and generating ideas by using whole-brain thinking techniques brought about by pulling together members with varying brain quadrant preferences to develop powerfully effective think tanks. I find it absolutely fascinating that many of these work groups have tapped into the power of Ned Herrmann?s quadrant concept without even realizing it. Businesses all over the world have recognized that workers are more effective when their creative and technical talents are pooled together and when they are given freedom and liberty in their various thinking and learning styles. They know that the key to competitive advantage is to develop a thriving culture in which employees feel that they are part of a community propelled by correct principles and a meaningful purpose and where power and function are distributed to all levels of the organization."
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Culture and Religion in Japan, 2002.
A description of the culture and religion of Japan.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 12 sources, $ 71.95
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A paper that depicts the religion and culture in Japan and relates the progress and development as seen throughout the world.
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Business Economics And Cultural Differences, 2008.
This paper provides a complete analysis of the interaction between business economics and cultural differences.
1,227 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 41.95
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This report compares the differences in management and work attitudes between the US (Western society, The Czech Republic and Asia). A variety of influences are discussed and compared such as gender, employee attitudes, and management styles, etc. The report concludes that cultural factors are indeed critical to outcome and the success of a company.
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Introduction
Cultural Differences: Czech Republic versus United States
Hofstede's Evaluation: Czech Republic
Eastern Versus Western Cultures
Conclusion
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"Culture is usually considered the combination of inherent values and learned mission. The importance of culture is due to the fact that it can affect operational excellence and the achievement strategic objectives. It is therefore imperative that there be a general understanding of the difference between the two cultural realms so that important aspects of the management styles can be positioned within the overall strategic business process within organizations, since:
- Organizations are living social organisms, and need a link between them to survive; the culture can act as this link, but may or may not be a positive or enforcing element,
- Culture is a main part of the fundamental support of an institution and may fail if there is a serious contradiction between business trends and the cultural practices within a country,
- Culture is critical to business strategies, goals, missions, and outcomes, (ITIM, 2003, para 4))"
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Business Management and Cultural Influences, 2007.
This paper researches the impact of culture on international business management, with a focus on the university industry.
1,864 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 59.95
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The paper discusses the need for business management to address culture's impact on the economic environment. The paper details some basic cultural concerns that require further attention in international university management research, in order to improve the business operations of colleges and universities around the world. The paper considers the application of such concerns in the particular cases of China and Canada.
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Culture's Influence and Business Management
The Case of China and Canada
Conclusions
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"In an era of global economic development, with people and industries moving across national boundaries frequently, the need for business management to address the concerns of culture's impact on the economic environment are greater than ever. Culture's impacts on the political economy are felt everywhere. Recent examples include everything from Muslim protests in the Middle East (including sanctions against international businesses) over editorial cartoons published in Denmark, to political rhetoric (again coupled with sanctions) between the U.S. and North Korea over the development of nuclear weapons. On a smaller scale, business managers of multinational corporations must deal with their colleagues, competitors, and customers on a daily basis with everything from internet contact and telecommunication conferences to international travel for face-to-face meetings. It is critical that these economic agents understand their own culture and the culture of the countries they deal with, in order to effectively manage and influence people, build relationships, and grow economies."
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The Cultures of Japan, Taiwan, and China, 2002.
This paper critically examines the statement made by author Tessa Morris- Suzuki in which she suggests that being Japanese is "not constant or stable.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper supports Morris- Suzuki's belief that the culture of Japan was not a constant environment but instead was a static world in which the Japanese people assimilated various aspects of those peoples and cultures with which they interacted. The cultures of Taiwan and China are also discussed to better clarify this statement, where the culture of Taiwan appears even more prone to the assimilation of external influences. The author points out that China appears to maintain more traditional isolationist policies.
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New Cultures of Japan?s and China?s Young Adults, 2002.
This paper uses two sources, ?The Story of Noriko? and ?Golden Arches East? to examine how the younger generations from Japan and China, standing between the traditional identity and the new identity, are reacting to new cultures and mindsets.
1,050 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper demonstrates that the young generation from Japan and China has a mindset that is not quite similar to their parents? and traditional society?s expectations, which often cause a great deal of conflicts between the young and the old. The author shows that in ?The Story of Noriko? the traditional Japanese society is known to frown on the increase in the number of women pursuing a significant career goal, rather than minimal tasking individual, because the conservative and relatively older generations believe that women, especially young women, are not qualified to manage the responsibilities and tasks men perform. The author uses the book, ?Golden Arches East: McDonald?s in East Asia? to describe how the life style of Chinese customers, especially the younger generations, have changed as McDonald?s has entered the local Chinese society. The author concludes that, when a new lifestyle or culture develops, the young generation creates a hybrid culture to accommodate living in the 21st Century and traditional China or Japan.
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"In ?The Story of Noriko?, Noriko is a young woman who resides in Tokyo who is forced to encounter one of her dramatic real crisis. She is looking for a career where she can actually utilize her potentials instead of being just another Office Lady whose task is minimal and enduring without any chance of obtaining a significant position at a corporation. The traditional Japanese society is known to frown up on the increase in the number of women pursuing a significant career goal rather than minimal tasking individual, because the conservative and relatively old generations of the society believe that women, especially young women, are not qualified to manage the responsibilities and tasks men perform."
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Cultural Aspects of Doing Business in Japan, 2000.
5,290 words (approx. 21.2 pages), 22 sources, $ 131.95
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This paper discusses the cultural aspects of doing business in Japan. The paper looks at the Japanese economy and why Japan is important, then discusses the Japanese business cultural framework and how it differs to the US society and values. The paper looks at aspects of Japanese society such as homogeneity and etiquettes, collectivism and interdependence in order to show their implications on the business world and work out how to bridge the gaps.
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"Understanding Japanese business practices and the Japanese market has become a necessity for the American executive. Knowing how Japanese business people think and what factors influence decision-making is essential for conducting business with Japanese firms. The business person working to gain a foothold in Japan faces two major problems with regard to Japanese business customs: how to go about making an initial approach to a Japanese company and how to maintain and develop a business relationship once it has been established. In essence, business success in Japan hinges on the businessperson?s comprehension and appreciation of Japanese customs and values. Although business people from different cultures are becoming increasingly knowledgeable of and familiar with each other's customs and business practices, the application of such knowledge is often superficial. In many cases, the very familiarity of a custom or mannerism merely serves to mask the underlying deep-seated differences."
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Conducting Business in Japan: A North American Manager's Guide, 2003.
Investigates the Japanese culture and its implications for conducting international business within the country.
5,700 words (approx. 22.8 pages), 26 sources, MLA, $ 137.95
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Japan is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to the global business environment. It is imperative to gain an understanding of this nation's unique and intricate culture in order to facilitate success business ventures with its people. This paper first discusses an overview of the Japanese culture, including basic facts, history, government, religion and economy. An in-depth analysis is then performed on Japanese business practices, including Japanese values, meeting etiquette and protocol and women in the business world. Lastly, implications for domestic and international managers within Japan are examined. Also included are numerous interviews with businesspeople who have or are working in Japan to contrast their perspectives with those of North Americans.
Table of Contents:
Basic Facts
A Brief History
Japanese Government
Religion
The Japanese Economy
Japanese Business Practices
- Values in Practice
- Meeting Etiquette and Protocol
- Women in the Business World
Management Implications
Appendices:
Appendix I
Interview Results
Appendix II
Japan?s Placement on
Indices in the Text
Appendix III
Top 15 Important Lessons Every Business Person Must Know Before
Doing Business WITH or IN Japan!
Appendix IV
How Culture Affects Management Approaches: Cultural Dimensions
Appendix V
A ?Must-Know? List of List of Japanese Culture and Customs
Addendum
Article Summary: Current Intercultural Issues and Challenges
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"The Japanese have a deep-rooted culture and value system that helps to dictate their daily business dealings. Primary to these values is the concept of trust and of establishing long lasting relationships. The Japanese will go to great lengths to get to know their business counterparts in order to feel at ease with them. Thus, when Western managers first meet their Japanese counterparts, they should be ready to participate in discussions that cover topics such as personal hobbies and family life. Moreover, after creating a bond of trust between the two parties, it is expected that the relationship will last for some time as the Japanese value long lasting relationships that are of mutual benefit. This concept is based on the Japanese heritage of being an isolated nation where people stayed in one place for a long time and thus formed long lasting relationships."
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