8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

1/23

ustralian Culture

By-Ritika Yadav

MBA(2014-16)

Submitted to-

Richa Mam

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

2/23

CULTURE

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

3/23

The Land of angaroos

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

4/23

Introduction to ustralia

Australia is a developed country and one

of the wealthiest in the world, with

the world's 12th-largest economy. Australia is referred as an Continent.

It is also famous for its diversity because

many diversified religion of people are inthis country.

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

5/23

USTR LI

OFFITIAL NAME : Commonwealth of Australia

CAPITAL: Canberra

POPULATION: 20 million people

LONGEST RIVER: the Darling (2,740 km) NATIONAL HOLIDAY: Australian Day , 16 January

(1788)

MONEY: basic unitAustralian dollar

NATIONAL SYMBOLS: Kangaroo and Emu

NATIONAL ANTHEM: Waltzing Matilda

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

6/23

Language

There is no particular language in Australia. It

is largely monolingual with English being the

national language.

80% speaks English and Christanity

Chinese 2.1%

Italian 1.9%

Greek 1.4%

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

7/23

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

8/23

SYMBOL

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

9/23

AustralianCommunications

English is the spoken language

Shake hands when meeting and whenleaving.

Although uncommon, some women maygreet each other with a kiss on thecheek.

Exchanging business cards is commonamong professional workers.

Australians are friendly and open, butdirectness and brevity are valued.

Be an active listener, and ask if you donot understand something in theconversation.

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

10/23

THE PEOPLE

Home to nearly five million immigrantsfrom 160 countries, Australia is rich in

cultural diversity.

Australians, or "Aussies," enjoy an easy-

going lifestyle and are generally friendlyand relaxed. Modesty and equality arevalued.

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

11/23

CENTRE OF ATTRACTION

i d i

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

12/23

Meeting and Greeting

Shake hands with everyone present upon

meeting and before leaving. Allow womento offer their hands first.

Women generally do not shake hands with

other women. Use titles, Mr., Mrs., and Miss when first

introduced.

Australians generally move to a first-namebasis quickly. Still, wait to use first namesuntil invited to do so.

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

13/23

BODY LANGUAGE

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

14/23

BODY LANGUAGE

To beckon a waiter use a quiet handmotion.

When yawning, cover your mouth and

excuse yourself. The "V" sign (made with index and middle

fingers, palm facing inward) is a very

vulgar gesture. The "thumbs up" gestureis also considered obscene.

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

15/23

CORPORATE CULTURE

Personal relationships are important in the Australian

business world. Connections are valued.

Australians take punctuality seriously. If possible, arrivefifteen minutes early for a business meeting.

Australian business people appreciate straight-forwardopen presentations.

Negotiations proceed quickly.

Australians will often negotiate major issues without over-emphasis on details. However, contracts are generallydetailed and firm.

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

16/23

DINNINGETTIQUATE

Always arrive on time or a few

minutes early for a dinner.

The person who makes theinvitation generally pays the bill inrestaurants

Australians follow continental-style

dining etiquette (fork held in the lefthand; knife in right).

The guest of honor is generallyseated to the right of host.

Lay knife/fork parallel on plate at

5:25 position when finished eating.

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

17/23

Watch your tablemanners

Table manners are Continental -- hold the fork

in the left hand and the knife in the right while

eating.

Indicate you have finished eating by laying yourknife and fork parallel on your plate with the

handles facing to the right.

Keep your elbows off the table and your hands

above the table when eating.

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

18/23

DRESS GIFTS Australians wear fashions

similar those worn byEuropeans and NorthAmericans

For business, men shouldwear conservative jacketsand ties. During thesummer months, jackets

are often removed. Women should wear dark

conservative skirts ordresses.

It is not customary toexchange business giftsduring initial meetings.

When invited to anAustralians home, bring asmall gift like flowers,chocolates, or books foryour hosts.

Australia producesexcellent wine. Takingwine would be like takingsand to the desert.

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

19/23

Business Meeting Etiquette Appointments are necessary and relatively easy to

schedule. Punctuality is important in business situations. It is better

to arrive a few minutes early than to keep someonewaiting.

Meetings are generally relaxed; however, they are seriousevents.

If an Australian takes exception to something that yousay, they will tell you so.

If you make a presentation, avoid hype, makingexaggerated claims, or bells and whistles.

Present your business case with facts and figures.Emotions and feelings are not important in the Australian

business climate.

A li l hi h

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

20/23

MATES Australians place a high

value on relationships.

With a relatively smallpopulation, it is important toget along with everyone,since you never know whenyour paths may cross again.

This leads to a win-win

negotiating style, sincehaving everyone come awaywith positive feelings helpsfacilitate future business

dealings.

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

21/23

Business Cards

Business cards are exchanged at the initialintroduction without formal ritual.

If you are not given a business card, it isnot an insult; the person simply may nothave one.

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

22/23

SAARE JAHAN SE ACHA

8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT

23/23

SAARE JAHAN SE ACHAHINDUSTAN HAMARA