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Hofstede’s Cultural Value. Individualism/collective index (IDV): Refers to preference of behavior that promotes one’s self interest. Higher score (e.g., USA) means high on individualism.
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Hofstede’s Cultural Value • Individualism/collective index (IDV): Refers to preference of behavior that promotes one’s self interest. Higher score (e.g., USA) means high on individualism. • Power distance index (PDI): Measures the tolerance of social inequality, i.e., inequality between superiors and subordinates within a social system. Higher score (e.g., Arab countries) means more hierarchical. • Uncertainty avoidance index (UAI): Refers to the intolerance of ambiguity and uncertainty among members of a society. Higher score (e.g., Greece) means less tolerance for uncertainty. • Masculinity/feminity (MAS): Refers to one’s desire for achievement and entrepreneurial tendencies. Higher score (e.g., Latin culture) means more assertiveness and masculinity. • Future orientation: Refers to the future or long-term orientation of the society