Organizational Culture in the Chinese Company Liaocheng Haoyu: An Analysis Based on Hofstede’s Model
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Organizational culture, Hofstede model, Study case, Chinese company.Abstract
This study examines the cultural characteristics of the Chinese manufacturing company Liaocheng Haoyu through Hofstede’s cultural dimensions model. A Likert-based questionnaire was conducted to 95 employees and validated using Cronbach’s Alpha coefficient. The analysis describes organizational tendencies regarding power distance, individualism–collectivism, masculinity–femininity, uncertainty avoidance, temporal orientation, and indulgence–restraint. The findings reveal a culture marked by low power acceptance, collectivist orientation, gender balance, preference for short-term results, moderate tolerance for uncertainty, and a tendency toward indulgence. These insights enhance the understanding of the company’s cultural environment and provide useful guidance for strategic decision-making and future comparative research in Chinese organizations with international ties.
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