This exploratory study suggests that Myanmar may not be the - TopicsExpress

This exploratory study suggests that Myanmar may not be the typical Asian culture. With an individualistic, feminine, and moderate long-term orientation, Myanmar is somewhat unique in Asia. The unique circumstances of Myanmar’s political environment may be the cause, or manifestation of these differences. The lower power distance value seems to be consistent with the economic system that developed in Myanmar after gaining independence. The “Burmese way to socialism,” an earlier economic program reflected a desire to maintain economic equality among societal members. Myanmar is also a strongly Buddhist country, perhaps the most devout among the Southeastern nations. This spiritual orientation may also shape the low power distance and feminine orientations of Myanmar to a greater extent than even its other Buddhist neighboring countries. With its unique political, and desperate economic situation, people in Myanmar may be more focused towards individualism at the moment as a basis for survival. This would also perhaps explain the slightly less long-term orientation in the region.-An Exploratory Study of Myanmar Culture Using Hofstede’s Value Dimensions Charles Rarick, Ph.D. Inge Nickerson, DBA Andreas School of Business Barry University