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and within that, state some research, discuss surface culture as well supported
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Business Ethics in the Global Environment • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Relationship with nature/environment To what extent do we control our environment, or does our environment control us? Source of power & status (achievement Vs aspiration) Do I gain success from what I do (achieve) or from who I am (ascribed)? Individualism Vs Collectivism Is it more important to be able to act as an individual or to be able to contribute to and stay loyal to group goals? Relationship with time (sequential vs synchronic) Is time a finite resource to be closely managed, or can we use it flexibly to juggle lots of different events? Obligation (universalism Vs particularism) To what extent do the same rules apply in all situations, or are they different according to circumstances? Emotional orientation (neutral Vs affective) Is it better to show emotion or keep them hidden Privacy in relationship (Specific Vs Diffuse) Is it important to compartmentalize or to generalise: Is everything linked or nothing linked? Power Distance The level of acceptance by a society of the unequal distribution of power in institutions Uncertainty Avoidance The extent to which people in a society feel threatened by ambiguous situations Individualism Vs Collectivism The tendency of people to look after themselves and their immediate families only and to neglect the needs of society Masculinity Vs Femininity Masculine societies are guided by symbols of achievement, competition and status. Feminine societies value caring for the weak, cooperation and quality of life. Short term Vs long term orientation Emphasis on time horizons for business planning and performance Indulgence Vs restraint The degree to which a population enjoys leisure and the importance placed in freedom of expression Power Distance Degree to which members of a collective expect power to be distributed equally Uncertainty Avoidance Extent to which a society, organization, group relies on social norms, rules and procedures to alleviate unpredictability of future events Collectivism II (In Group) Degree to which individuals express pride, loyalty and cohesiveness in their organisations or families Gender Egalitarianism Degree to which gender differences and inequity are minimised Assertiveness Degree to which individuals are assertive, confrontational and aggressive in their relationships with others Humane Orientation Degree to which the ideals of fairness, generosity, altruism and care encouraged and rewarded Collectivism I (Individual) Degree to which orgnisational and social institutional practices encourage and reward collective distribution of resources and collective actions Future Orientation Extent to which individuals engage in future-oriented behaviours such as delaying gratification, planning and investing in the future Performance Orientation Degree to which a collective encourages and rewards group members for performance improvement and excellence Source: GLOBE Project (House et al. 2004) • • • • • • • • • •

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Table of contents
Introduction	3
Indian Culture	3
Western Culture	4
Similarities between Indian and Western Cultures	4
Implications of Cultural Differences on the Business Environment	6
Conclusion	7
References	8
Introduction
	Values, ideas, behaviors, and society standards as a whole are greatly influenced by culture. This article seeks to give a comparative examination of Western culture and Indian culture, which serves as a representation of my own culture of origin, stressing their contrasts and similarities. Based on Hofstede's cultural framework, which provides insightful information on cultural dimensions, the analysis will examine the effects of these cultural variances on the corporate environment.
Indian Culture
	The culture of India is vibrant, diversified, and steeped in tradition. It has a lengthy history that dates back thousands of years and is distinguished by the blending of many nationalities, faiths, and languages. Geert Hofstede, a Dutch social psychologist, created the Hofstede's Cultural Framework, which serves as a framework for comprehending cultural variations and how they affect all facets of society, including the business environment. Several important elements are identified by Hofstede's cultural framework that is helpful for comprehending Indian culture.
· Power Distance: Indicating a hierarchical society with a widening power disparity between individuals, India has a large power distance. Indian society places a strong value on respecting age and authority, and decisions are frequently made by individuals in positions of power. Family, commercial, and governmental situations all exhibit this hierarchical structure.
· Individualism vs. Collectivism: The collectivist nature of Indian culture emphasizes the value of the family, the community, and social peace (Achmad, 2021). Family ties are strong, and choices are frequently made with the group's best interests rather than the individual's in mind. The characteristics of duty, loyalty, and respect for elders are highly regarded.
· Masculinity vs. Femininity: India has a tendency towards masculinity, with more conventional and distinct gender roles. Men are often seen to be forceful and competitive, whilst women are thought to be caring and preoccupied with family responsibilities. But there are still initiatives to combat gender discrimination and advance gender diversity.
· Uncertainty Avoidance: India has a tendency towards masculinity, with more conventional and distinct gender roles. Men are often seen to be forceful and competitive, whilst women are thought to be caring and preoccupied with family responsibilities. But there are still initiatives to combat gender discrimination and advance gender diversity.
Western Culture
	Due to past colonial influences and globalization, Western culture a varied combination of many European traditions has expanded throughout the world. Although the variety of Western culture makes it difficult to generalize, the study will take into account its basic characteristics based on the selected framework.
· Power Distance: Western cultures, which emphasise more equal interactions and a flatter organizational structure than Indian cultures, typically have shorter power distances. Decision-making is frequently decentralized, and individual accomplishments and the meritocracy system are appreciated (Kundu, Kumar & Gahlawat, 2019).
· Individualism vs. Collectivism: Western civilization has a tendency towards individualism, emphasizing personal objectives, independence, and autonomy. Self-actualization, individual rights, and freedom of speech are cherished. The emphasis is more on personal success and accomplishments than on meeting society standards (Shavitt & Barnes, 2020).
· Masculinity vs. Femininity: Western societies frequently adopt a more egalitarian view of gender roles,

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