Cultural Issues

Turkey’s Tigers: Integrating Islam and Corporate Culture – FH 1037 Turkey has been run by a secular business and political elite, while its devout Muslim citizens have been pushed to the political and economic fringes. But now, even the most committed Muslims are embracing Western-style capitalism and commerce. Captures a modern, and to many Westerners, a surprising-face of Islam rarely seen in the American media. Follows prominent members of Turkey’s business community—including two rival fashion entrepreneurs, one of whom has founded his company on Islamic principles, as they develop their manufacturing and marketing strategies. Discusses Islam’s relationship with the West, and the benefits of Turkey’s association with Europe. 2006 ed. 57 min. DVD $160

Cola Wars: Message in a Bottle – FH 930 Examines how brand identity is influenced by consumer perceptions through the struggle between Coca-Cola and rivals Qibla Cola and Mecca Cola for market share in Muslim locales. Qibla’s Zafer Iqbal and Mecca’s Tawfiq Mathlouthi tell the story of two opportunistic, politically correct David’s taking on a marketplace Goliath while Coke executives share their plan for defense against an unprecedented commercial threat. 2004 ed. 50 min. DVD ..$120

How the World Dresses: Clothing and Global Culture – LS 791 A video tour of how the world dresses with the amazing diversity of clothing worldwide. Learn about ourselves by exploring everyday clothing in Japan, Korea, India, Thailand, Morocco, Egypt, and others. 2005 ed. 23 min. DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$120

Face and Place: Business Beyond the Bonds of Culture – FH 945 Across Asia, the notion of “face,” propriety of appearances – is being replaced by Western frankness, while traditional caste systems are yielding to wealth as the determinant of status. Profiles three executives who typify the changing style of business in Asia: James Louey, senior executive of KMB in Hong Kong; Dr. Jannie Tay, CEO of The Hour Glass, a retail chain based in Singapore; and Brijesh Wahi, of Cellstream Technologies, a software services and engineering company out of Bangalore, India. 2001 ed. 27 min. DVD . .   . .  . .$170

Nonverbal Communication in a Global Marketplace – DE 124 Most studies have demonstrated that students have little understanding of the importance of nonverbal communication. This deficiency is particularly acute when called upon to communicate in the international arena. The focus of this program is twofold. First, to introduce the student to the mechanics of nonverbally communicating through gestures, proxemics and other techniques. Second, to expose the student to the vast array of interpretations of similar techniques throughout the global marketplace. 2004 ed. 24 min. DVD. . . . . . . . . .$135

Discovering Cultural Differences (PowerPoint® CD) – CE 1133 Whether traveling for pleasure or business, it is vital for people to respect other cultures. This presentation shows students how to do this, discusses the history of American culture, and how it became what it is today. 2009 ed. 35 SLIDES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$95

Business Cultures: Middle East (PowerPoint® CD) – CE 1134 Explores Middle East culture and how it influences businesses operations. The systems of business in the Middle East and in America are compared. Middle Eastern currencies are identified and compared to the dollar. 2009 ed. 22 SLIDES . .  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$85

Business Cultures: Latin America (PowerPoint® CD) – CE 1135 Today’s international market requires knowledge of other countries in order to conduct successful business overseas. Examines Latin American business strategies, their culture, and business operations compared to those of the United States. Latin American currencies are compared to the dollar. 2009 ed. 27 SLIDES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$85

Business Cultures: Africa (PowerPoint® CD) – CE 1136 As many companies move to international markets, it is important to understand the different cultures and modes of business in other countries. African culture is explored, relating how their way of life influences the management and operations of businesses. African businesses and American businesses are compared, and African currencies are compared to the dollar. 2009 ed. 42 SLIDES . . . .  . . . . . . . . . . . . .$85

Business Cultures: Europe (PowerPoint® CD) – CE 1137 When companies conduct business internationally, how cultural differences affect markets and operations must be considered. Explores Europe and the different cultures found there as well as the effect they have on business operations. American systems of operations are differentiated from European models, European currencies are identified and compared to the dollar. 2009ed. 45 SLIDES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$85

Business Cultures: Asia (PowerPoint® CD) – CE 1138 Focuses on Asian culture and the effect it has on business operations. Asian business practices are compared to those of the United States, along with the different currencies. 2009 ed.73 SLIDES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$85

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