Hofstede’s cultural dimensions 30 years later: A study of Taiwan and the United States

This study critically evaluates Hofstede’s (1984, 2001) work-related cultural dimensions, which have served as a foundational framework in cross-cultural studies. By collecting and analyzing contemporary data from Taiwan and the United States, this study aims to update and reassess Hofstede’s classifications of power distance, uncertainty avoidance, masculinity-femininity, individualism-collectivism, and Confucian work dynamics. The findings indicate that work-related cultural values are dynamic and subject to change, influenced by shifts in political, societal, and economic contexts. This underscores the necessity for regular updates and re-evaluations of cultural theories to reflect current realities in diverse contexts, particularly within higher education occupational culture. [NPID: Framework, Hofstede’s cultural dimensions, power distance]

Year: 2006

Reference: Wu, M.-Y. (2006). Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions 30 Years Later: A Study of Taiwan and the United States. Intercultural Communication Studies, 15(1), 33–42.