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| − | One of the original four dimensions of Geert Hofstede’s cultural dimensions theory. Put simply, it refers to an index that measures the attitude of a culture to a hierarchy; it is a measure of the degree to which the less powerful members of social establishments accept the uneven distribution of power. In high power distance countries, the less powerful members of society are more willing to accept a more authoritarian power distribution, whereas in countries with a low power distance, society expects greater input and democracy. | + | One of the original four dimensions of [[Hofstede, Geert|Geert Hofstede’s]] cultural dimensions theory. Put simply, it refers to an index that measures the attitude of a culture to a hierarchy; it is a measure of the degree to which the less powerful members of social establishments accept the uneven distribution of power. In high power distance countries, the less powerful members of society are more willing to accept a more authoritarian power distribution, whereas in countries with a low power distance, society expects greater input and democracy. |
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Revision as of 11:07, 27 March 2014
One of the original four dimensions of Geert Hofstede’s cultural dimensions theory. Put simply, it refers to an index that measures the attitude of a culture to a hierarchy; it is a measure of the degree to which the less powerful members of social establishments accept the uneven distribution of power. In high power distance countries, the less powerful members of society are more willing to accept a more authoritarian power distribution, whereas in countries with a low power distance, society expects greater input and democracy.
