Collectivism Vs Individualism Essay

Hofstede’s (1980) dimension of power distance measures the degree to which members of an organization or a culture accept that power is distributed unequally. If the people of a country have a high power distance index, they are supposed to accept inequalities and are improbable to question their superiors. Collectivism versus Individualism is the extent to which people view themselves as part of an organization, family or group. The pursuit of self-interests and personal achievement is emphasised in an individualistic society, whereas the best interest of the group is emphasised by highly integrated members of a collectivistic society. Competitiveness and assertiveness is emphasized by a masculine culture. It also puts high value on material possessions and wealth, while more nurturing and caring is feminine culture. The extent to which members of a group or society are tolerant to uncertainty is reflected by uncertainty avoidance. Cultures preferring written rules, security in life and …show more content…
It consists of a study conducted to get the current status of CSR in India. And the study was based on some selected public and private sector units and their managers which included the sample of 529 managers (both top and middle level managers). The study derives the conclusions that there is not much difference on the acceptance of CSR by private and public sector managers and CSR is widely accepted by both of them. The study also concludes that there is no difference of attitude between top and middle level managers towards CSR. The book focuses on the various other aspects of CSR in an organization like its rationality, means and methods of implementation, social auditing and CSR