International Business Report: Hofstede Model and Country Analysis

This report examines international business operations through the lens of Hofstede's cultural dimensions model. The analysis focuses on three countries: Saudi Arabia (Middle East), India (Asia), and Russia (Europe). The report assesses each country across six key dimensions: power distance, uncertainty avoidance, individualism versus collectivism, masculinity versus femininity, long-term versus short-term orientation, and indulgence versus restraint. The report provides a detailed explanation of how each country scores on these dimensions, drawing on the model's framework and citing supporting research. Additionally, the report includes a self-reflection section comparing the three countries to the United States, identifying which country is most similar and which is most dissimilar based on the cultural dimensions discussed. The report highlights the importance of understanding cultural differences in international business contexts.