Application of Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions
Kevin knew that it was likely his corporation was going to ask him to go abroad and manage the new chemical factory they were building. He was excited about the prospects but also apprehensive. He had never traveled before and, as far as he was concerned, there was only one way to do anything- the "American way." He decided some research was in order to at least get an idea about other countries. In his reading, he learned that some cultures place a high priority on a loose social framework, where they feel primarily responsible for themselves and their immediate family. He also learned that in some societies, employees show a great deal of respect for those in authority, and titles and rank carry much weight. Some countries have little job mobility and practice lifetime employment. He also learned that some countries are characterized by assertiveness and materialism. Now he wondered if there was any framework to help organize his thoughts.
-The value dimension that Kevin did not consider is ____________.
A)individualism versus collectivism
B)the role of women and the elderly
C)separation of business and government
D)long- term versus short- term orientation

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Kevin considered individualism versus collectivism when he learned about cultures with a loose social framework focusing on the individual and their immediate family. He touched on power distance when reading about societies where employees show great respect for authority and titles. The aspect of job mobility and lifetime employment could relate to uncertainty avoidance, as societies with low job mobility might have a higher need for security. The characteristic of assertiveness and materialism could be linked to masculinity versus femininity. However, he did not consider long-term versus short-term orientation, which involves the extent to which a society values long-standing traditions and values.