Interpreting Hofstede Model and GLOBE Model: Which Way to Go for Cross-Cultural Research?

Abstract

Used on 8100-4 Wk3 16May12 This study focuses on the comparison between the cultural dimensions of Hofstede Model and GLOBE (the Global Leadership and Organizational Behavior Effecdveness) Model in data coUecdon and countries (and regions) participating in both Models, different dimensions and methodology and analysis conclusion. The two models have similarides but sdll differ a lot. These differences in research design can cause different results when the two dimensional models applied to different research fields. The authors choose to compare the two cultural Models since both of them choose to measure cultural dimensions with scores. Finally a way forward in the future research is suggested, and some issues for ftirther research into this fundamental area of intemadonal business are canvassed.