aus cul ppt
TRANSCRIPT
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
1/23
ustralian Culture
By-Ritika Yadav
MBA(2014-16)
Submitted to-
Richa Mam
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
2/23
CULTURE
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
3/23
The Land of angaroos
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
4/23
Introduction to ustralia
Australia is a developed country and one
of the wealthiest in the world, with
the world's 12th-largest economy. Australia is referred as an Continent.
It is also famous for its diversity because
many diversified religion of people are inthis country.
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
5/23
USTR LI
OFFITIAL NAME : Commonwealth of Australia
CAPITAL: Canberra
POPULATION: 20 million people
LONGEST RIVER: the Darling (2,740 km) NATIONAL HOLIDAY: Australian Day , 16 January
(1788)
MONEY: basic unitAustralian dollar
NATIONAL SYMBOLS: Kangaroo and Emu
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Waltzing Matilda
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
6/23
Language
There is no particular language in Australia. It
is largely monolingual with English being the
national language.
80% speaks English and Christanity
Chinese 2.1%
Italian 1.9%
Greek 1.4%
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
7/23
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
8/23
SYMBOL
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
9/23
AustralianCommunications
English is the spoken language
Shake hands when meeting and whenleaving.
Although uncommon, some women maygreet each other with a kiss on thecheek.
Exchanging business cards is commonamong professional workers.
Australians are friendly and open, butdirectness and brevity are valued.
Be an active listener, and ask if you donot understand something in theconversation.
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
10/23
THE PEOPLE
Home to nearly five million immigrantsfrom 160 countries, Australia is rich in
cultural diversity.
Australians, or "Aussies," enjoy an easy-
going lifestyle and are generally friendlyand relaxed. Modesty and equality arevalued.
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
11/23
CENTRE OF ATTRACTION
i d i
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
12/23
Meeting and Greeting
Shake hands with everyone present upon
meeting and before leaving. Allow womento offer their hands first.
Women generally do not shake hands with
other women. Use titles, Mr., Mrs., and Miss when first
introduced.
Australians generally move to a first-namebasis quickly. Still, wait to use first namesuntil invited to do so.
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
13/23
BODY LANGUAGE
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
14/23
BODY LANGUAGE
To beckon a waiter use a quiet handmotion.
When yawning, cover your mouth and
excuse yourself. The "V" sign (made with index and middle
fingers, palm facing inward) is a very
vulgar gesture. The "thumbs up" gestureis also considered obscene.
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
15/23
CORPORATE CULTURE
Personal relationships are important in the Australian
business world. Connections are valued.
Australians take punctuality seriously. If possible, arrivefifteen minutes early for a business meeting.
Australian business people appreciate straight-forwardopen presentations.
Negotiations proceed quickly.
Australians will often negotiate major issues without over-emphasis on details. However, contracts are generallydetailed and firm.
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
16/23
DINNINGETTIQUATE
Always arrive on time or a few
minutes early for a dinner.
The person who makes theinvitation generally pays the bill inrestaurants
Australians follow continental-style
dining etiquette (fork held in the lefthand; knife in right).
The guest of honor is generallyseated to the right of host.
Lay knife/fork parallel on plate at
5:25 position when finished eating.
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
17/23
Watch your tablemanners
Table manners are Continental -- hold the fork
in the left hand and the knife in the right while
eating.
Indicate you have finished eating by laying yourknife and fork parallel on your plate with the
handles facing to the right.
Keep your elbows off the table and your hands
above the table when eating.
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
18/23
DRESS GIFTS Australians wear fashions
similar those worn byEuropeans and NorthAmericans
For business, men shouldwear conservative jacketsand ties. During thesummer months, jackets
are often removed. Women should wear dark
conservative skirts ordresses.
It is not customary toexchange business giftsduring initial meetings.
When invited to anAustralians home, bring asmall gift like flowers,chocolates, or books foryour hosts.
Australia producesexcellent wine. Takingwine would be like takingsand to the desert.
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
19/23
Business Meeting Etiquette Appointments are necessary and relatively easy to
schedule. Punctuality is important in business situations. It is better
to arrive a few minutes early than to keep someonewaiting.
Meetings are generally relaxed; however, they are seriousevents.
If an Australian takes exception to something that yousay, they will tell you so.
If you make a presentation, avoid hype, makingexaggerated claims, or bells and whistles.
Present your business case with facts and figures.Emotions and feelings are not important in the Australian
business climate.
A li l hi h
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
20/23
MATES Australians place a high
value on relationships.
With a relatively smallpopulation, it is important toget along with everyone,since you never know whenyour paths may cross again.
This leads to a win-win
negotiating style, sincehaving everyone come awaywith positive feelings helpsfacilitate future business
dealings.
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
21/23
Business Cards
Business cards are exchanged at the initialintroduction without formal ritual.
If you are not given a business card, it isnot an insult; the person simply may nothave one.
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
22/23
SAARE JAHAN SE ACHA
-
8/10/2019 AUS CUL PPT
23/23
SAARE JAHAN SE ACHAHINDUSTAN HAMARA