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What do individualistic societies primarily prioritize?
What do individualistic societies primarily prioritize?
Which example illustrates a highly masculine society?
Which example illustrates a highly masculine society?
What does high uncertainty avoidance in a society indicate?
What does high uncertainty avoidance in a society indicate?
In what way do long-term oriented societies differ from short-term oriented societies?
In what way do long-term oriented societies differ from short-term oriented societies?
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What characteristic defines indulgent societies?
What characteristic defines indulgent societies?
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In which cultural context is it likely that teamwork is emphasized the most?
In which cultural context is it likely that teamwork is emphasized the most?
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Which of the following best describes the masculinity/femininity dimension?
Which of the following best describes the masculinity/femininity dimension?
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What is the primary trait of a culture with high uncertainty avoidance?
What is the primary trait of a culture with high uncertainty avoidance?
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Which of the following countries is characterized by high power distance?
Which of the following countries is characterized by high power distance?
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What primarily distinguishes individualistic cultures from collectivist cultures?
What primarily distinguishes individualistic cultures from collectivist cultures?
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Which country is noted for having a significant focus on short-term orientation?
Which country is noted for having a significant focus on short-term orientation?
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What defines a collectivist society?
What defines a collectivist society?
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How do high masculine societies generally define gender roles?
How do high masculine societies generally define gender roles?
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What is a major characteristic that distinguishes effective global leaders?
What is a major characteristic that distinguishes effective global leaders?
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Which of the following best defines 'Power Distance' in a cultural context?
Which of the following best defines 'Power Distance' in a cultural context?
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Which statement about the 'Masculinity Index' in cultures is true?
Which statement about the 'Masculinity Index' in cultures is true?
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In the context of uncertainty avoidance, how do cultures with high uncertainty avoidance typically behave?
In the context of uncertainty avoidance, how do cultures with high uncertainty avoidance typically behave?
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How is culture primarily defined within the context of global leadership?
How is culture primarily defined within the context of global leadership?
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What does the term 'VABEs' stand for in a cultural context?
What does the term 'VABEs' stand for in a cultural context?
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What is one significant destructive VABE to avoid as a global leader?
What is one significant destructive VABE to avoid as a global leader?
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Why is humility often highlighted as essential for global leaders?
Why is humility often highlighted as essential for global leaders?
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What defines a high Masculine culture in terms of gender roles?
What defines a high Masculine culture in terms of gender roles?
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How does a low power distance culture typically behave towards authority?
How does a low power distance culture typically behave towards authority?
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Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with effective global leaders?
Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with effective global leaders?
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In collectivist cultures, which aspect is prioritized over individual goals?
In collectivist cultures, which aspect is prioritized over individual goals?
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What is a common feature of high Feminine cultures?
What is a common feature of high Feminine cultures?
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What could be a reason for a manager’s failure in a low power distance culture?
What could be a reason for a manager’s failure in a low power distance culture?
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Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between overseas experience and effective global leadership?
Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between overseas experience and effective global leadership?
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What role does curiosity play in effective global leadership?
What role does curiosity play in effective global leadership?
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Study Notes
SKEMA Business School Leadership Session 3
- Session focused on Global Business Leaders, specifically a case study of an American in Paris.
- Topics covered include:
- Cultures and Value systems (VABES)
- Characteristics of effective Global Leaders
- Overseas experience
- Deep self-awareness
- Humility
- Group Case analysis
- Environmental factors/issues
- Various cultural dimensions (Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions)
- Power distance
- Masculinity vs. femininity
- Uncertainty avoidance
What is Culture?
- Describing a culture is like explaining a song without singing it; it's complex.
- Culture includes various geographical levels (human, global region, nation, etc.)
- Culture is a shared set of values, assumptions, beliefs, and expectations within a group.
- The key element for a global leader is humility.
Characteristics of Effective Global Leaders
- Overseas experience
- Deep self-awareness
- Adaptability to culturally diverse environments
- Humility
- Lifelong learning and curiosity
- Honesty
- Globally strategic thinking
- Excellent communication skills (well-spoken)
- Strong negotiation skills
- Visible/human presence
Case: An American in Paris
- Students will analyze a case study of an American manager in Paris.
- The analysis involves identifying cultural differences (using Hofstede's model) and VABES relevant to the situation.
- Students will determine the reasons for the manager's perceived failure.
- Also, to determine how the manager could have improved their effectiveness.
- Resources for case analysis will be provided (including a case, evaluation grid, and instructional materials from UNSW).
- Analysis will be completed in groups of 4–5 students.
Power Distance & Masculinity Index
- Power distance: The relationship between those in power and subordinates. High power distance cultures accept unequal power distribution, while low power distance cultures strive for equality.
- Masculinity: Social gender roles are clearly defined; assertive male/tough, and focused on material success; modest and tender female roles, quality of life. High masculinity countries are competitive, high femininity countries are consensus-oriented.
Uncertainty Avoidance Index
- Uncertainty avoidance: How a culture tolerates unpredictability. This refers to how comfortable a society is with ambiguity and the unknown.
France and Great Britain Risk Avoidance
- France dislikes risk; Great Britain likes risk.
- This example illustrates the varying levels of risk tolerance across different countries.
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This quiz delves into the concepts of global business leadership as discussed in SKEMA Business School's Leadership Session 3. It explores the cultural dimensions and essential characteristics of effective global leaders, emphasizing humility and self-awareness. Participants will analyze a real-world case study involving an American in Paris and assess environmental factors impacting leadership styles.
