Elements of Cross-Cultural Communication Competence: Derivative of a Case Study Comparing Indian and Japanese Communication
Year: 2010
Type: preprint
Abstract: This paper is based on a case study that compares and highlights specific nuances of Indian and Japanese communication in a formal work context. The objective of this paper is to present a comparison of certain features of Indian and Japanese communication. It is a qualitative study based on participant and natural observation conducted on a small sample of Japanese and Indian managers within the context of an organization. As a synthesis, this paper proposes a framework of crosscultural communication competence that focuses on certain individual level elements involved in the cross-cultural adaptation process. In conclusion, a three-stage transition model of personal change is deduced and presented.
Source: SSRN Electronic Journal
Authors: Vijaya Vijaya, Binay Tiwari
Institution: T A Pai Management Institute
Language: English
Subfield: Communication
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W1543263269