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Specifics of business negotiations in China
Tycová, Tereza ; Chylíková, Hana (advisor) ; Volfová, Jitka (referee)
This thesis aims to provide complex view of business negotiations with Chinese partners, particularly with regard to intercultural differences and characteristics of business protocol. The thesis is divided into four chapters, focused on China as a territory, distinctions in culture and business, as well as selected business dealings between Czech and Chinese company. Knowledge of Chinese "game rules" and sufficient preparation are two essential preconditions for long-term success in the Chinese scene.
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Business and cultural specifics of Pakistan
Hošová, Kateřina ; Müllerová, Františka (advisor) ; Štěrba, Vlastimil (referee)
The purpose of the thesis is analysis of cultural and business conditions in modern Pakistan and evaluation of aspects that led to transition into present state. Simultaneously it includes concrete application of cultural specifics on business relations. First chapter includes general geographical, demographical and economical specifications of Pakistan. Second chapter undertakes analysis of cultural attributes, including the theory of national cultural dimensions by Geert Hofstede. In third chapter is more deeply specified the influence of culture on business meeting and the working protocol, there are specified particular fragments of business meeting and the behaviour that can be expected by pakistani partners.
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French business and diplomatic protocol
Pelánová, Pavla ; Müllerová, Františka (advisor) ; Čechová, Libuše (referee)
The aim of my master thesis was to specify the business and diplomatic protocol in France and answer several questions that I defined. Are there any differences between the facts that we read in books and guides about French business and diplomatic protocol, and the reality? Can we generalize French business protocol and say that it is valid for all sectors and generations of managers? Can we claim that French diplomatic protocol is valid all the time and every single president sticks to it? The first chapter explains all the key terms - protocol, business protocol, diplomatic protocol, business negotiation, etiquette. The second chapter focuses on French business protocol, especially organization and course of business negotiation, dress code and gift-giving etiquette, and finally characterizes a typical French company. The third chapter focuses on French diplomatic protocol, especially on all aspects conserning ambassadors in France. The fourth chapter represents the practical part and gives several practical examples of French business and diplomatic protocol. This part is based on four qualitative conversations with four experts on this domain.
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State and business protocol in Italy
Macháčková, Markéta ; Müllerová, Františka (advisor) ; Hinčica, Vít (referee)
The bachelor thesis gives a comprehensive view of various aspects of Italian state and business protocol. It aims to facilitate Czech entrepreneurs to establish business relations with Italians and entry to Italian market. It confirms or refutes some preconceived ideas and stereotypes about the behavior of Italians during a business meeting. The first chapter focuses on explaining diverse forms of protocol. The second chapter describes selected areas of Italian state protocol. The third chapter deals with Italian cultural specifics and business practices. It describes various aspects of Italian business protocol. The final chapter provides information obtained through interviews related to Italian business meeting.
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Social etiquette, business and diplomatic protocol
Gullová, Soňa ; Machková, Hana (advisor) ; Klosová, Anna (referee) ; Lipková, Ludmila (referee) ; Kotáb, Luděk (referee)
The goal of this Thesis is to uncover, characterize, analyze, describe and define selected contemporary rules of etiquette, international business and diplomatic protocol in international business and diplomatic practice and point out the greatest deficiencies witnessed in practice. The research subject of this Thesis is, thus, the formal aspect of international business and diplomatic cooperation. Its output consists of recommendation on how to correctly apply these rules in practice. I would also like my paper to significantly contribute to the general knowledge of this fascinating and commonly useful knowledge. The structure of the Thesis as it was drawn up in context of its goals consists of three main chapters, introduction and conclusion. The first part of the Thesis deals with Social Etiquette. This part is not conceived as general rules of social intercourse. Instead, it concentrates mainly on the elaboration of contemporary general rules of social intercourse and etiquette to in the context of business and entrepreneurial activities, i.e. Business Protocol. The Thesis would also like to provide answers to the following questions: What is the current standard of social intercourse in the Czech Republic? What are the contemporary rules of social intercourse in the Czech Republic and how do they differ from the etiquette abroad? Can we claim that these rules are being observed? What leads our managers, businessman, diplomats etc. to observing these rules? In my Thesis I strive to evaluate contemporary rules applicable to social, business and diplomatic events as well as in written communication and to draw attention the lack of their knowledge. Another partial goal of the Thesis consists of using carried out analyses, evaluations, inquiries via questionnaires and comparative analyses to point out the differences in the rules of social intercourse, conduct and negotiation in different territories. The working hypothesis of this part of the paper is to indicate on the basis of the above mentioned allegations the relationship between the behaviour and conduct of managers of different provenience and the fact that they have different cultural background. Culture is learned not inherited. It is derived from the social environment not from genes and it must be clearly distinguished from human character and the character of individual people. Significant attention is, therefore, paid to the study of international customs and conventions, especially those of the countries which the representatives of Czech firms, enterprises and institutions most come into contact with. The presented Thesis does not have the ambition to come up with a definitive cookbook as to how to conduct oneself in a given situation within a given territory; it merely strives to point out the pitfalls, misunderstandings and blunders in conduct and barriers in communication and in business or any other professional negotiations. Unlike legal acts the rules of Etiquette are not binding. Laws apply to all and the state prosecutes their infringement. Unlike laws, the rules of Etiquette are not enforceable. Their only form of enforcement is the social pressure which the society effectuates on the individual. Thus, the standards of social conduct only apply to those willing to abide by them. The presented paper is an aggregate of the rules and its author's views. Another author's standpoint may differ. The second part of the Thesis concentrates on the sphere of Diplomatic Protocol in international business and diplomatic practice. The presented paper aims at describing the existing system of Foreign Service and diplomatic activities, presenting the diplomatic representations, consulates, missions and other representatives abroad, their functioning as well as their immunities and privileges. Diplomatic Protocol concerns the formal, not the material, content of international relations. Formal rules of social conduct in intercourse with diplomatic representatives of other countries, the etiquette and the ceremonies applied to the intercourse with these representatives form an integral part of the Diplomatic Protocol. In the initial part I define the very term Diplomatic Protocol and I strive to specify is subject. Successively I address individual respective parts of Diplomatic Protocol and diplomatic practice, such as the methods of establishing diplomatic relationships, the roles of diplomatic missions, ranks of diplomatic representatives and their immunities and privileges, the procedure related to the conferment of agrément and the termination of activity of the head of a diplomatic mission, official visits of foreign guests, organisation of international conferences, diplomatic correspondence, consular activities etc. In the course of its elaboration the presented Thesis should also offer answers to the following questions: What is the current international form, role and significance of the Diplomatic Protocol? What leads states to observing signed conventions? Which diplomatic immunities and privileges are at the moment among the most abused or violated? For the accomplishment of the goals set out in this Thesis I shall strive to outline the scale of theoretic approaches and based on the effective layout and international practice express my own conclusions. Among others, the paper also aims at promoting the development of skills of the current diplomat and acquainting them with the norms of diplomatic correspondence. The aforementioned part of the Thesis also sets out another rather easily attained objective: due to the inexistence of comprehensive publications on this topic to become a handbook and reference manual not only for the young adepts of this profession but for all who for some reason take interest in Diplomacy. It was an ambition of the author to assemble and explain terms, which those interested in the practical aspects of Foreign Service, may be confronted with. The paper reflects current diplomatic practice and takes into account Czech circumstances. The author is endeavouring to mediate the information and knowledge she gained through years of practice at representative offices abroad gained during her practical experience at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and through more than 20 years of practice in academic research and instruction of this area.
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Diplomatic protocol and practical issues of business etiquette in the USA
Vojtíšková, Aneta ; Matějka, Zdeněk (advisor) ; Peterková, Jana (referee)
This thesis focuses on issues of business etiquette and diplomatic protocol of the United States of America. The aim is to provide deeper information in the field of business protocol and social contact. The first chapter describes specific characteristics of American culture and its influences on business negotiation. The second chapter defines selected issues of social and business etiquette. The third chapter is devoted to diplomatic protocol and diplomatic practice of the United States of America.
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Vliv kulturních odlišností na obchodní spolupráci mezi ČR a Francií
Kaplanová, Lucie ; Müllerová, Františka (advisor) ; Korandová, Jiřina (referee)
Ve své bakalářské práci analyzuji, jak prostředí, ve kterém žijeme, může ovlivnit mezinárodní obchodní jednání, v tomto případě na příkladu Francie a České republiky. V první kapitole jsem se věnovala představení Francie, podávám zde především základní informace o teritoriu, demografické struktuře, politickém systému, ekonomice a postavení Francie v Evropské unii. V druhé kapitole přibližuji, jak může kulturní prostředí ovlivnit naše jednání, popisuji zde jednotlivá kulturní specifika a porovnávám kulturní dimenze v České republice a ve Francii podle Geerta Hofstede. Třetí kapitola se zaměřuje na obchodní protokol ve Francii a jeho zvláštnosti oproti obchodnímu protokolu v České republice. Čtvrtá, tedy poslední kapitola, monitoruje francouzsko-české vztahy jak v oblasti ekonomické, tak i mimo ní, již od 1. poloviny 20. století.
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Business protocol and most common transgressions in the Czech Republic
Králová, Eliška ; Gullová, Soňa (advisor) ; Klosová, Anna (referee)
The purpose of this bachelor thesis is to get to know in the rule of behavior in professional life. Learn how to dress appropriately, master the art of good conversation and learn some of the rules of social behavior. Bachelor thesis can be divided into theoretical and practical part. The first part is a theory of business protocol, which is always accompanied by the most common transgressions. The practical part is to assess the situation in the Czech Republic based on the survey, which focuses not only on obtaining information about the business protocol, but also to test the knowledge of the issue. This thesis should be quick and simple guide to basic and practical etiquette in business and entrepreneurship, to provide any reader with a comprehensive overview of the issue and the most common transgressions.
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Zvláštnosti profesní etikety a obchodního protokolu Francie
Veselá, Jana ; Gullová, Soňa (advisor) ; Müllerová, Františka (referee)
This theses describes specialities of professional etiquette and business protocol in France. The aim of this theses is to provide comlete view of rules of behaviour in business relations with French business partners primarily because of the fact that France has become, during last 15 years, an importat business partner of the Czech Republic. The first chapter defines terms professional etiquette and business protocol in general and chracterizes basic French qualities. The second chapter is dedicated to specialities of professional etiquette in France. It is focused on character of French companies, work etiquette, business trips and business negotiations with French business partners as well. The third chapter is concentrated on business protocol in France which means the rules of etiquette that should be followed during business negotiations with the French. It describes forms of introdictions, addressings, the rules of written and oral etiquette as well as the rules of dressing and dining. The fourth chapter is devoted to France and to the Czech-French business relations. The aim of this chapter is to shortly characterize the situation of France in the international trade and developing business relations between France and the Czech Republic.
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Protocol and etiquette in diplomacy and business
Horná, Kateřina ; Gullová, Soňa (advisor) ; Laschoberová, Libuše (referee)
The purpose of this thesis is to define the terms "business protocol", "state protocol", "diplomatic protocol" and "etiquette", to describe some of the rules of social behavior and explain the importance of compliance with these rules. Equally important part is form of protocol and etiquette of diplomacy, for example how follow-up contacts between the countries each other, who is regarded as the initiator, what kind of ceremonial duties exist, how looks the organization of visits or how to choose appropriate gifts. This thesis is divided into three main chapters. The first part defines the basic concepts. The second part of the work focuses on the business protocol itself. It includes such topics as social priority, introduction, business cards, clothing, letters, netiquette, organizing a business meeting, a visit of a foreign guest, an international conference and last but not least social accident. The third chapter examines diplomatic protocol and pays particular attention to the supreme visiting government officials. To obtain the necessary information has been used by professional literature and sources of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic. On the basis of the methods of direct observation were characterized the best and worst results, that is what is good and what is not good. It was discovered that the rules of the protocol in business circles in the Czech Republic are often violated.
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