This term paper examines the Work-Life Balance in Denmark vs. Japan. According to you Hofstede's Dimensions the two countries are compared with a main focus on the dimensions Power Distance, Individualism, Masculinity and Uncertainty Avoidance.
After a theoretical introduction to Hofstede’s intercultural dimensions, I will apply some of them specifically to the two countries and highlight the differences and similarities. Followed by a brief explanation of the often used term Work-Life balance. The second part, I will elaborate further on the topic of Work-Life balance in relation to culture and, additionally, take up trends and developments to be expected in the near future. I will end this paper with a summary of the general results and findings.
Table of Content
1. Introduction
2. Understanding the intercultural differences between Denmark and Japan through Hofstede
2.1 The Six Dimensions of Hofstede
2.1.1 Power Distance
2.1.2 Individualism
2.1.3 Masculinity
2.1.4 Uncertainty Avoidance
2.1.5 Long Term Orientation
2.1.6 Indulgence
2.2 Hofstede's Intercultural Model applied to Denmark and Japan
2.2.1 Power Distance: Denmark versus Japan
2.2.2 Individualism: Denmark versus Japan
2.2.3 Masculinity: Denmark versus Japan
2.2.4 Uncertainty Avoidance: Denmark versus Japan
2.3 Definition of Work-Life Balance
3. Trends and Developments in Work-Life Balance in Denmark and Japan
3.1 Work-Life Balance in Denmark
3.2 Work-Life Balance in Japan
4. Conclusion
I. References
II. List of Figures
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