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AUSTRALIA

AUSTRALIA. Training Program. By: Kathleen Degnon & Ali Reed. Cultural Profile. Six States and Territories West Australia Northern Territory Queensland South Australia Victoria New South Whales.

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AUSTRALIA

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  1. AUSTRALIA Training Program By: Kathleen Degnon & Ali Reed

  2. Cultural Profile • Six States and Territories • West Australia • Northern Territory • Queensland • South Australia • Victoria • New South Whales • Most of the country’s land and surrounding waters are protected by environmental legislature.

  3. Weather and Biodiversity • Flipped seasons: • Warmer months occur during Christmas season. • Cooler months occur mid year. Wide Variety of Biodiversity: Deserts Mountains Beaches

  4. Economy and government Government Economic Standing • Developed Country • Ranked third in the world • GDP: 882.4 billion • Unemployment rate: 5.2% • Very similar to government in the USA and United Kingdom • Has a parliament like the UK • Has a constitution like the USA

  5. What to bring Clothes to Bring • Passport • Visa • School documents • Medicines • Power converter • Camera • Casual outfits • Swim suits • Rain jacket • Conservative dark business suites and ties • Suites, dresses, or blouse and skirt • Comfortable walking shoes • Flip flops Business Attire

  6. Surviving Australia • Dial 000 from any phone for emergencies • Internet access available everywhere • Australian dollar (A$) • Credit/debit cards widely accepted • Business hours

  7. Communicating in Australia • English • Maintain good eye contact • Stand an arm’s length away • Be punctual • Be polite • Wait in lines

  8. Cultural Dimensions Low Power Distance (36) • Equal rights • Informal, direct and participative communication • Privileges and status symbols frowned upon

  9. Cultural Dimensions Highly Individualistic (90) • Value personal freedoms • Individuals look after themselves and immediate family • Self-reliant employees

  10. Cultural dimensions High Masculinity (61) • Don’t show emotions or talk about problems • “Winner takes all” mentality • “Mateship” When riding in a taxi, it is customary for a male to sit in the front with the drive. Women travelling alone should sit in the back left passenger seat of the car.

  11. Cultural dimensions Uncertainty Avoidance (51) • Low stress atmosphere • What is different is curious • Not opposed to taking risks • Acceptance of new ideas

  12. Cultural dimensions Short Term Orientation (31) • Quick results • Status isn’t an issue in relationships • Business statements issues on quarterly basis

  13. Do’s and Don’ts Don’t Do • Use proper greetings. • Be polite, timely, use proper table etiquette. • Remember important holidays. • I.E: Anzac Day or NAIDOC Week • Use titles. • Discuss your personal wealth. • Discuss private, personal issues.

  14. We hope you enjoy your trip! Thank you

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