Discussion - What do we mean by the term culture

Discussion

Reflect on these questions. Write a 150-word response to each of these questions to share in the classroom.

1. What do we mean by the term “culture?” In your own words, identify the characteristics of general culture contrasted to specific culture. You may use the culture you chose in Week 1 for the specific culture, or you may choose another one.

2. What is the cultural quality that will be most needed by leaders of global companies working as expats in the future?

3. What can organizations do in the future to increase the probability of successful cross-border mergers and acquisitions?

4. Thomas Kuhn introduced the social sciences to the concept of the paradigm. In your own words, how would you apply this to cultural issues? That is, discuss the paradigms of culture.