Cross-cultural Studies on Work Values in the Context of G. Hofstede's Theory  Cover Image

Междукултурни изследвания на ценности в труда в контекста на теорията на Г. Хофстеде
Cross-cultural Studies on Work Values in the Context of G. Hofstede's Theory

Author(s): Lidia Vassileva
Subject(s): Psychology
Published by: Институт за изследване на населението и човека - Българска академия на науките

Summary/Abstract: A brief overview on some cross-cultural studies is made concerning work-related values, based on G. Hofstede's culture oriented theory. These studies are aimed at comparing some work values and leadership styles in managers from different countries of West Europe, East Europe, USA and the Far East. The differences between managers, measured by Hofstede's five value dimensions reflect some culture specific characteristics that influence organizational behavior. The results of a pilot study indicate that Bulgarian managers show high scores on Power distance, Individualism and Masculinity compared to managers from other countries.

  • Issue Year: 06/2003
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 35-40
  • Page Count: 6
  • Language: Bulgarian