Power DistanceJiang zhe & Guo ziye

Content • Definition

• High & Low power distance (China & Ｕ . Ｓ . Ａ )

• The reason for different power distance

• Conclusion

• References

Definition Power distance is a term that describes how people belonging to a specific culture. Power relationships can be viewed us superior and subordinate relationships, in addition power relationship can be seen amongst people not in power who accept that power is spread unequally.

Low power distance culture High power distance culture

Minimize inequalities between people Inequalities and hierarchy are accepted between people

Boss and employee treat one another as equals +equals rights

Employees respect managers and managers expect obedience

The ideal  boss is a  democrat The ideal boss is an autocrat

Less formal social interaction Formal social interaction

Narrow range of salaries Wide range of salaries

Comparison between these two countries

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U.S.A• Low power distance (40)

Strong power delegation

Informal relationship

More initiatives from employees

Work experience and personal achievements are more important than degrees

China

• High power distance (80)

Relationships between employees and managers are not close

Boss is expected to take all the initiatives

Example in school

Classes in low-distance countries (U.S.A)

Classes in high-distance countries (China)

Reason for the differences 1. Politics

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2. Economics

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3. Traditional concepts

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Conclusion • Advantages in high/low power distance countries

• Disadvantages in high/low power distance countries

• How to deal with different concepts in different culture

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