Recommended Book
Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands by Call Number: HF5389 .M67 2006Publication Date: 2006Your Passport to International Business Etiquette The most authoritative and comprehensive text of its kind, Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands, 2nd Edition is your must-have guide to proper international business protocol. With countries such as China and India taking on a more significant role in the global business landscape, you can't afford not to know the practices, customs, and philosophies of other countries.
Cultural Research
- Business Source Complete
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Recommendation: do a search for a country plus the word culture. For example, "Ireland and culture" will bring you various articles. - eHRAF World Cultures
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Searchable full-text ethnographies on hundreds of ethnic, cultural, religious, and national groups worldwide.
- globalEDGESelect "Global Insights" then country or industry.
- GlobeSmart
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In-depth information and advice about business, culture, and travel-related topics in more than 80 countries.
Note: To access GlobeSmart, choose "Register here" from the log-in screen and use your @indiana.edu e-mail address to create and register your account. Questions related to registration should be directed to the Kelley School of Business.
- Hofstede Cultural ComparisonsCreate a bar chart that compares country cultures on 6 dimensions.