Power DistanceJiang zhe & Guo ziye
Content • Definition
• High & Low power distance (China & U . S . A )
• The reason for different power distance
• Conclusion
• References
Definition Power distance is a term that describes how people belonging to a specific culture. Power relationships can be viewed us superior and subordinate relationships, in addition power relationship can be seen amongst people not in power who accept that power is spread unequally.
Low power distance culture High power distance culture
Minimize inequalities between people Inequalities and hierarchy are accepted between people
Boss and employee treat one another as equals +equals rights
Employees respect managers and managers expect obedience
The ideal boss is a democrat The ideal boss is an autocrat
Less formal social interaction Formal social interaction
Narrow range of salaries Wide range of salaries
Comparison between these two countries
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U.S.A• Low power distance (40)
Strong power delegation
Informal relationship
More initiatives from employees
Work experience and personal achievements are more important than degrees
China
• High power distance (80)
Relationships between employees and managers are not close
Boss is expected to take all the initiatives
Example in school
Classes in low-distance countries (U.S.A)
Classes in high-distance countries (China)
Reason for the differences 1. Politics
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2. Economics
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3. Traditional concepts
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Conclusion • Advantages in high/low power distance countries
• Disadvantages in high/low power distance countries
• How to deal with different concepts in different culture
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