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    BUS 1105 Discussion Forum Unit-7

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    This document compares and contrasts three cultural characteristics of Myanmar: collectivism, uncertainty-accepting, and high power distance. It explains that Myanmar culture is collectivistic and places great value on social harmony and family relationships. It also describes Myanmar as an uncertainty-accepting culture that is comfortable with ambiguity and change. Finally, it states that Myanmar exhibits high power distance and emphasizes hierarchy, authority, and respect for elders and officials. The document concludes by noting these cultural traits are also seen in other Southeast Asian countries like Thailand and Vietnam.

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    This document compares and contrasts three cultural characteristics of Myanmar: collectivism, uncertainty-accepting, and high power distance. It explains that Myanmar culture is collectivistic and places great value on social harmony and family relationships. It also describes Myanmar as an uncertainty-accepting culture that is comfortable with ambiguity and change. Finally, it states that Myanmar exhibits high power distance and emphasizes hierarchy, authority, and respect for elders and officials. The document concludes by noting these cultural traits are also seen in other Southeast Asian countries like Thailand and Vietnam.

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    BUS 1105 Discussion Forum Unit-7

    Myanmar, a country in Southeast Asia, has a rich cultural heritage that is reflected in its societal norms
    and values. In this essay, I will compare and contrast three cultural characteristics: collectivism,
    uncertainty-accepting, and high-power distance, and describe how they apply to Myanmar's culture.

    Collectivism vs Individualism:
    Collectivism is a cultural characteristic that emphasizes group harmony, loyalty, and interdependence
    over individual achievement and autonomy. In contrast, individualism focuses on personal goals, self-
    reliance, and independence. Myanmar is a collectivistic society that places great value on social
    harmony and family relationships. In Myanmar culture, families and communities are viewed as a source
    of support and guidance, and individuals are expected to prioritize the needs of their group over their
    own interests.

    Uncertainty-accepting vs Uncertainty-rejecting:
    Uncertainty-accepting cultures tend to tolerate ambiguity and unpredictability and are more
    comfortable with risks and changes. Uncertainty-rejecting cultures, on the other hand, prefer structure,
    rules, and stability. Myanmar is an uncertainty-accepting culture that values flexibility and adaptability.
    In Myanmar society, people are accustomed to dealing with political and economic uncertainty and have
    developed coping mechanisms to manage risk and change.

    High Power Distance:


    High power distance refers to a cultural characteristic that emphasizes hierarchy, authority, and social
    status. In contrast, low power distance cultures tend to minimize social inequalities and encourage
    participatory decision-making. Myanmar is a high power distance culture that values social hierarchy
    and respect for authority figures. In Myanmar society, elders and senior officials are revered, and their
    opinions and decisions are often unquestioned.

    In comparison to my fellow peers, I find that Myanmar's cultural characteristics are similar to many
    other Southeast Asian countries, such as Thailand and Vietnam, which also exhibit collectivism,
    uncertainty-accepting, and high power distance. However, there are some variations in the degree to
    which these characteristics are practiced, and these differences may reflect historical, religious, and
    economic factors.

    References:

    Hofstede, G. (1980). Culture's consequences: International differences in work-related values. Beverly


    Hills, CA: Sage.

    Hofstede, G., & Bond, M. H. (1984). Hofstede's culture dimensions: An independent validation using
    Rokeach's value survey. Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology, 15(4), 417-433.

    Triandis, H. C. (1995). Individualism and collectivism. Boulder, CO: Westview Press.

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