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Databases
The following library databases provide information about business culture and etiquette in other countries.
AtoZ the World
The library database AtoZ the World provides information about all the countries of the world, including a section on business etiquette.
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First, select a country from the list or the world map. Then, choose the Business section on the left:
Business Source Complete
A collection of business-oriented articles from journals, trade publications, and magazines.
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In the first box, type business etiquette and change the drop-down to SU Subject Terms. In the second box, type your country and change the drop-down to GE Geographic Terms.
Suggested Book Titles
To find more books, search in the library catalog for Business etiquette or Intercultural communication. Use the call numbers provided to locate the books. Unless otherwise noted, books will be on the third floor of the Library, and can be borrowed for 4 weeks.
Online books may be read by clicking the title and logging in.
Multiple Countries
"Countries, Peoples & Cultures" seriesCall Number: REF GN307 .C46 2015 (2nd floor) & eBook (click title)Covering general etiquette and customs for various cultures and countries throughout the world in 9 online volumes. Click the title to view all volumes in print and eBook format."Culture Shock" series
Survival guides to culture and customs for many different countries. The Library has some in print and some in eBook format.
The Art of Doing Business Across Cultures: 10 Countries, 50 Mistakes, and 5 Steps to Cultural Competence by Call Number: HD62.4 .S766 2017
Doing Business Internationally: The Guide to Cross-Cultural Success by Call Number: HD31 .B7235 2003
Essential Do's and Taboos: The Complete Guide to International Business and Leisure Travel by Call Number: G156.5.B86 A98 2007
Global Business Etiquette: A Guide to International Communication and Customs by Call Number: HF5389 .M375 2012 & eBook (click title)
Global Road Warrior: 95-Country Handbook for the International Business Traveler and Communicator by Call Number: eBook (click title)
Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands: The Bestselling Guide to Doing Business in More Than 60 Countries by Call Number: HF5389 .M67 2006
Passport to Success: The Essential Guide to Business Culture and Customs in America's Largest Trading Partners by Call Number: HF5389 .M3753 2009
Africa/Middle East
Doing Business in the Middle East: A Cultural and Practical Guide for All Business Professionals by Call Number: HF5389.3.M628 M37 2015
The Global Etiquette Guide to Africa and the Middle East: Everything You Need to Know for Business and Travel Success by Call Number: BJ1838 .F669 2002
Asia
Access to Asia: Your Multicultural Guide to Building Trust, Inspiring Respect, and Creating Long-Lasting Business Relationships by Call Number: HF5389.3.A78 S39 2015
Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands: Asia: How to Do Business in 12 Asian Countries by Call Number: HF5389 .M667 2007
Put Your Best Foot Forward: Asia: A Fearless Guide to International Communication and Behavior by Call Number: DS10 .B67 1997
Europe
International Business Etiquette: Europe: What You Need to Know to Conduct Business Abroad with Charm and Savvy by Call Number: HF5389.3.E85 S23 1999
Latin America
Films
The Films on Demand database has a video series called "Global Business," which examines business etiquette and customs in a variety of countries, as well as general international business concepts.
Websites
The following websites may be useful to you in your research. These links are external sites. As such, content may change frequently and they may contain ads. Per policy, the Library does not review links suggested via email.
- Countries and Their CulturesGeneral cultural information.
- Culture Crossing GuideWorld etiquette, divided by basic, business, and student.
- Doing BusinessFree downloadable reports on doing business in different regions and countries.