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Cultural constraints in management theories

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This posting gives you a step-by-step explanation of Hofstede's cultural dimensions. The response also contains the sources used.

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Hofstede's dimensions show that United States has a score of 91 in individualism and 62 in masculinity. Individualism, which addresses interdependence in the society, means that people are supposed to look after themselves and their direct families. In contrast, people in collectivist societies belong to groups that take care of them in exchange for loyalty. The high score of 62 in masculinity holds that the US society will be driven by competition, achievement, and success. Management theories originating in the US have idiosyncrasies that are not shared by ...

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