Essays about: "applying hofstede"

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1. 1. Cultural effect on the change management

   University essay from Högskolan i Jönköping/IHH, Informatik

   Author : Oxana Ilyukhina; Anna Stathopoulou; [2019]
   Keywords : Change Management; National and Organizational Culture; Comparative Study;

   Abstract : AbstractChange is incorporated in our personal and professional lives and there is no argument about that. In today’s era of constant technological and economical evolution, businesses are forced to adapt to the new circumstances by leveraging efficiency, decreasing time of adaptability in order to gain competitive advantage and survive. READ MORE

3. 2. How Does Culture Influence Experiences of Happiness and Well-being? : A Comparative Study of Chinese and Swedish Perceptions

   University essay from Högskolan i Jönköping/HLK, Globala studier

   Author : Monica Bartels; Eevi Salo; [2018]
   Keywords : capability approach; culture; globalization; happiness; Hofstede; subjective well-being; well-being;

   Abstract : The purpose of this study is to analyze if and how cultural values and expectations in society influence the experiences and perceptions of happiness and well-being. Applying a quantitative research methods approach, a survey based on previous research was conducted to compare and analyze experiences and perceptions between two contrasting cultures, China and Sweden, using Hofstede’s national culture dimensions as an analytical tool. READ MORE

4. 3. Management of a Cross Cultural Workforce : Case Study at Luleå Tekniska Universitet

   University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för ekonomi, teknik och samhälle

   Author : Nadine Hienz; Lukas Engelhart; [2018]
   Keywords : Culture; diverse workforce; cultural diversity; Hofstede; Inglehart; McGregor; cultural dimensions; cross cultural management; management;

   Abstract : Nowadays, organizations have to deal more and more with cultural diversity concerning their workforce due to globalization. The challenge for these organizations is to manage the cross cultural workforce in an effective way. Therefore, they have to have skills and the necessary knowledge in order to conduct cross cultural management. READ MORE

5. 4. Does Culture Influence Decision Making in Project Teams? : A Multi Case Study in Sweden

   University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Avdelningen för Industriell utveckling, IT och Samhällsbyggnad

   Author : Etchu Oben Agborsangaya; Iyobosa Frank Omoregie; [2016]
   Keywords : Culture; Cultural influence; project management; decision making; project teams; industrial engineering; Sweden and China;

   Abstract : Purpose: In the contemporary society in which companies operate there is increasing interest in understanding the effects and changes of culture on projects in connection to decision making. This is evident of the fact that most companies are using groups or teams composed of mixed culture to perform their tasks and develop their activities into different geographical regions by adopting project management as a “way of working” other than a tool or technique. READ MORE

6. 5. The Heatex-Model - Multi-Cultural Business Process Development

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

   Author : Sebastian Persson; [2015]
   Keywords : Process; Business process management; Process mapping; Culture; Culture dimensions; Hofstede; Case-study; make-to-order manufacturing; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Purpose: The purpose of this study is to develop a model for business process improvement that integrates national culture aspects to achieve sustainable performance improvement. Research questions: * How can national culture aspects be combined into a business process management model? * What is the difference between mapping methods? * How do they relate to each other and their intended scope? Research procedure: This project takes place from September 2014 to March 2015. READ MORE