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A There are certain popular universal truths about management
which can successfully be applied in various cultural contexts.
B Cultures are so varied and so different throughout the world that
management has to take into account differences rather than simply
assume similarities.
C Effective management of human resources is the key to everyone
achieving their full potential.

Using the following suggested checklist of skills and language
vocabulary make up a dialogue of culture and entertainment.

LANGUAGE CHECKLIST SKILLS CHECKLIST
Saying what’s going on and Before receiving visitors to your
what’s available company
There’s a (good) movie/ play/ Be prepared to talk in English
concert/ playing at … about your professional field
We have a good theatre in the city and/or your company and
…. business:
There are some …  the professional field you are
 interesting museums/ public involved in
buildings …  your professional activities
 good restaurants  current research and other
 Are you interested in … projects
 eating out ….?  future plans
 visiting/ seeing …..?  the history of your company
 company organization
Inviting  who owns the company
Would you be interested in going  the number of employees
to see …..  the international involvement
I’d like to invite you to have of your company
dinner this evening. Is that a good  products and services
idea?  the market
 competition
Responding to an invitation
That would be very nice. Be able to talk about:
I’d like that.  your country and your town

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