In the arab world, more than anywhere else, business is conducted on the basis of personal relationships and mutual trust. The diverse and culture rich countries of the middle east, particularly those in the gulf, have been. Preparing to export to the uae doing business in the uae. Introduction the voice of the job market around the world, a technology revolution is changing the fundamental nature of work across all industries and sectors. We have developed a series of country specific doing business guides which are designed to provide an introduction to the tax and legal aspects in the middle east and answer key questions that an inbound investor may have whilst establishing or developing a business within the region. Baker mckenzie habib al mulla is pleased to introduce the 2017 edition of guide to doing business in the united arab emirates. U a e culture introduction the uaes rich history is rooted in trade and tied to islam, which came to the region in ad 630. Therefore, she needs to approach the free zone itself, which should have a recognised dispute process. Its size is comparable with the state of louisiana. Analyze how the broad context of a nation historical, geographic, social, political, etc. The homogenizing influences of globalization that are most. A comparison of emirati and nonemirati youth in ras al khaimah 11 3 details on the measures used for all the relevant concepts, and a copy of the online questionnaire, are available from the author upon request. The high price of petroleum increases its richness, with reserves that could last for more than a century. Pdf the influence of the uae context on management practice in.
United arab emirates introduction the united emirates is a middle eastern country situated on the persian gulf, sharing a border with both oman and saudi arabia. The united arab emirates uae has a diverse society. Doing business in the uae the united arab emirates uae a. Business council provides unparalleled access to senior decision makers in business and government with the aim of. The united arab emirates crosscultural and language. For example, the influence of american companies on other countries cultural identity can be seen. The united arab emirates crosscultural and language training. The uae has a diverse and multicultural society, and 80% of the uae population are expatriates. There are a number of values and concepts that dictate the business culture in the uae. Islam is the basis of the uaes culture, political system and way of life, yet it is also multicultural and tolerant towards other religions. The arabian gulf and gulf of oman are linked by the straits of hormuz. Due to growth in trade, expatriates from over 200 nations have migrated to the uae seeking better lives. General information and cultural norms uae embassy in. In this year, the uk left its political and military protectorate in the zone after more than one and a half century.
For example, the religion permits trade but does not support undeserved. Foreword the aim of this publication is to provide general information about doing business in the uae and every effort has been made to ensure the contents are accurate and current. General introduction the united arab emirates, a country in the middle east, is a federation of seven emirates, abu dhabi, dubai, sharjah, ras al khaimah, fujairah, umm al quwain, and ajman. Hierarchy hierarchy remains a very important concept that you should consider when doing business in the uae. Keywords united arab emirates, culture, business context. Culture crossing culture crossing is an evolving database of crosscultural information about every country in the world. Pdf knowledge management and performance in uae business. Before doing business in the middle east it is imperative to learn about areas such as business culture, business etiquette, meeting protocol and negotiation techniques. Pdf file doing rounds on net no harry potter book uae. The cultural context united arab emirates bob riel. Pdf download please see the website for more details and. Talking to other people in your industry and regularly visiting the uae will give you access to the most current advice, and such experience can often lead to new insights and form the. Culture is the best way in which people solve problems 4. Can i file a case for unfair dismissal after being fired.
If you are working with emiratis, ensure the success of your uae business venture by enrolling on our online uae cultural awareness course which includes. To begin with, the islamic culture has an enormous influence on the business culture in the country. A guide to doing business in the uae january 2018 the power of being understood audit tax consulting doing business in the united arab emirates. If you havent already traveled to the united arab emirates uae, chances are you may find yourself there within the next few years. The united arab emirates is a middle eastern country on the persian gulf bordering both oman and saudi arabia and shares a maritime border with qatar. What organizational culture type relates to business excellence in united arab emirates firms. Busi 604 gbcauae united arab emirates 1 global business. The united arab emirates uae is a federation of seven states that has grown from a quiet backwater to one of the middle easts most important. Generally speaking, issues surrounding culture and globalization have received less attention than the debates, which have arisen over globalization and the environment or labor standards. Emiratis constitute roughly 10% of the total population, making uae home to one of the worlds highest. Brownbook, based in dubai, is an urban lifestyle guide focusing on art, basil, design, and travel across the middle east and north africa.
Guide to travel, doing business, and studying in the united arab emirates dubai culture, greetings, gestures, etiquette, taboos, negotiations, giftgiving, and more. Business the gulf way ii it is important to have connections to someone in the uae who can introduce you before attempting to do business there on your own. Pdf the relationship between organizational culture and. Economic, social, and political attitudes in the uae. Some men shake fhands with women, however it is advisable for a business women to. Understanding islam and the influence it has on everyday life and emirati business culture is the first step to conducting effective business in the uae. While europeans sought control of the coasts, inland, the bedouin made the sandy deserts of abu dhabi and dubai their home. It overlooks the gulf of oman to the east and the arabian gulf to the north.
New businesses should nonetheless have some awareness of arabic culture and the ways of commerce in an arabian business environment. Business etiquette in the united arab emirates uae involves a courtship between two distinct cultures, each with its own set of mores, customs, and cultural protocols. The country guides to culture allow people from all walks of life to share essential tips with each other about how to navigate our increasingly borderless world with savvy and sensitivity. Several styles of greetings are used in oman and the uae, so it is best to wait for your counterpart to initiate the greeting. Working in dubai as a finnish expatriate a study of. Gulf news has solved the mystery of the email book that some believed was the seventh and final instalment in the harry potter series as reported in gulf news, some uae. As a result the uae is regarded as relatively liberal within the region and provides schools, cultural centres and restaurants catering for international cultures. In part this is because cultural issues are more subtle and sensitive, and often more confusing. The students, who majored in tourism and cultural communications, set their goal to inform global audiences about the uae as a travel destination.
Drawing on our unparalleled experience in the middle east, this manual is intended to offer a simple but comprehensive guide to understanding the legal framework and environment for doing business in the uae. Business culture in the uae world business culture. The effect of uae cultural aspects on expatriate leaders adjustment. Oman and united arab emirates a cultural briefing for. To the north lies, the islamic republic of iran, separated from the uae by the straits of hormuz. The country was founded in 1971 and since the discovery of oil in the uae more than 40 years.
The uaes rich history is rooted in trade and tied to islam, which came to the region in ad 630. Doing business in the uae downloads download this page as a pdf file. It is characterised by the convergence of physical and virtual worlds, and has been described as the fourth industrial. They did incredible storytelling interviews and photography with senior residents, families and communities to showcase emirati culture and traditions. Oman and united arab emirates a cultural briefing for businesses. Uae business etiquette uae business culture globig. Nov 22, 2015 the united arab emirates is home to a rich cultural heritage that has been strongly influenced by its unique environment. Our study explores expatriate leaders understanding of the uae culture and the. Within the uae there is a federation of seven emirates. English note for more information on getting started, selecting a sample, determining data collection methods, establishing data collection procedures, conducting a webbased survey, and preparing and analyzing data, and producing reports, please read the survey users guide. One of the ways in which arab culture has been affected by islam is in the. Although these academic, factual and historical sources are essential for the thesis, a major part in truly understanding the challenges and opportunities for a finnish expatriate is the conduction of interviews. Business council is the premier business organization dedicated to advancing bilateral commercial relations. Challenges of doing business in the uae communicaid.
The brief history of uae given above can help one understand the business culture of the uae. Uae is part of the gulf cooperation council together with. Emirati people prefer to do business with those they know, so having someone to introduce you will be of immense benefit to your business relationship. It is easy to understand why doing business in the united arab emirates uae is such an attractive concept. The uae brings together a country founded on islam and people from around the world, many of whom are not muslims. Introduction although the uae gained its independence only a mere 43 years ago, its history stretches back over 100,000 years. United arab emirates business culture in the united arab emirates business culture in the united arab emirates. For more information, you could also read the uae annual book 2016 pdf. Through such knowledge stereotypes are broken and barriers to communication reduced. Pkf doing business in the uae introduction 7 introduction geography the united arab emirates is situated in the east of the arab world.
Abu dhabi, dubai and the other five emirates table 3. Here are our top etiquette tips for navigating business in the uae. This country profile has been produced to give a short overview of some of the key concepts to bear in mind when doing business with contacts in the uae. About united arab emirates geography the united arab emirates uae lies on a peninsula in the southern coast of the arabian gulf. Some men shake fhands with women, however it is advisable for a business women to wait for the man to offer his hand. A predominately liberal trade regime has contributed to sustaining an impetus for growth in the uae which comprises of seven states. According to the abu dhabi tourism and culture authority adtca, the business travel market to the uae is expected to double in value by 2020. Abu dhabi, dubai, ajman, fujairah, ras al khaimah, sharajah, and umm. Another important difference in business culture in the united arab emirates is that the working week is different from that of christian countries, running from saturday to wednesday, with the weekend covering the muslim sabbath. Follow us a community built resource for crosscultural etiquette and understanding. Culture of united arab emirates history, people, women, beliefs.
It is bordered by the sultanate of oman to the eeast and kingdom of saudi arabia to the west and south. About the uae the official portal of the uae government. The uae comprises of a federation of seven emirates namely, dubai, abu dhabi, sharjah, fujairah, ras alkhaimah, umm alquwain and ajman which have their own rules and regulations. The spread of american corporations abroad has various consequences on local cultures, some very visible, and others more subtle. United arab emirates uae for investors corporates and individuals who are looking to establish business in the uae. The company operates in a free zone but states it adopts uae labour law. Abstract this study sought to examine how and in what manner the pressures of commercial globalization have impacted the traditional and historical heritage of the local national population of the united arab emirates. May 14, 2018 the united arab emirates uae is a federation of seven states that has grown from a quiet backwater to one of the middle easts most important economic centres. The emirates location between europe and the far east attracted merchants from india and china and was prized by europeans, particularly the portuguese, dutch and british. Pdf knowledge management is gaining prominence in academia and the world of business practice.
Uae culture nissi shabnam bashiri nezhad f1415002230 debohi emile ganhi f1415001540 indira adambayeva f121200349 sara ged 199lec e2 uae society fall 201415 introduction. Maintaining abu dhabis values, culture, and heritage. Everyone is free to practice their own religion and uaes residents observe the various festive occasions such as eid, christmas and diwali. Business etiquette in the united arab emirates uae combines the culture of a country founded on islam and people from around the world. Perhaps no trait is more characteristic of the united arab emirates than its religious faith. This article describes the main features of the business culture in the united arab emirates the uae.
Doing business in the united arab emirates guide doing business. Preparing to export doing business in the united arab. Immigrants are employed in both the public and private sectors in manual. The vision magazine is a dubaibased magazine presenting dubais perspective on culture, art, music, business and life in the emirate. Values and concepts that dictate the business culture. This section provides essential information about the uaes economy, political and government system, strategies, plans and initiatives. The economic life of the uae depended heavily on pearl diving and sea trade in the. United arab emirates global business cultural analysis. United arab emirates if you havent already traveled to the united arab emirates uae, chances are you may find yourself there within the next few years. Depending on the business model and a type of business plan, you may need to include a description of the location and facilities. The uae federal constitution provides the legal framework for the federation and is the basis of all legislation promulgated. Family family and tribal connections form the basis of emirati social structure. Abu dhabi, dubai, ajman, fujairah, ras al khaimah, sharjah and umm al quwain.
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