Learn cross culture communication for UAE. Presentation includes information about UAE Business culture and practices and other (some) attraction points in UAE along with their culture and sports.

1. THE FLOATING DESERT CITY

2. Submitted to:
Prof. Reema Chaudhry
Submitted by:
Piyush Kapoor 2K14G065
Shreya Tandon 2K14G091
Shalvika
2K14G087
Gangwani
Bragadesh V 2K14G025
Jobin Joseph 2K14G045

3. Introduction
History
Seven emirates of UAE
Tourism and attraction of UAE
Sports
Culture and tradition of UAE
Traditional food & Dances of UAE
Cross Cultural communication
◦ Meeting
◦ Handshakes
◦ Gifts
◦ Gender and Attire
◦ Meetings and negotiations
◦ Useful expressions
Conclusion

4. The United Arab Emirates
also called as Emirates or
UAE

5. Established on 2nd December 1971 (date of
independence)
British rule- 1882-1971
UAE is a federation of seven emirates.
In 1950 Oil was discovered
In 1960 & 1969 First oil export was shipped from
Dubai & Abu Dhabi

6. Abu
Dhabi
UAE
Dubai
Sharjah
Fujairah
Ajman
Umm al-
Qaiwain
Ra’s al-
Khaimah

7. TOURISM AND ATTRACTION OF UAE

8. • Worlds tallest building
• One of the most
famous building of UAE
• Also know as the sky-high
Landmark of
Dubai
• Highest observation
deck in the world
• Highest elevator with
the longest travel
distance

9. Other Must visit places in UAE
• Palm Jumeirah
• Ferrari world in Abu Dhabi
• Sharjah Art Museum
• Sharjah Museum of Islamic civilization
• Dubai Museum
• Dubai Creek Dhow Ride
• Beaches
• Jabeel Hafeet

10. UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

12. Golf
Badminton
Cricket
Basketball
Motorsport
Rugby Union Sevens
Endurance racing

13. Religion
◦ UAE is know to be a Muslim country.
◦ Most of the population is Sunni
◦ 16% of population is also know to be Shi’a.
Language
◦ Arabic is the official language of in UAE.
◦ English is also spoken

14. Clothing
◦ Men are know to wear white dress
called “THOBE”
◦ On head they wear “GAHFIA”
◦ “Iga I” to avoid GAHFIA to fly away
Weddings
◦ Wedding are very festive in gulf
◦ It is all similar to other weddings
◦ Weddings are usually separate for
men and women

17. Gulf Cuisine is a mix of color blended, rich food with a
lot of spices.
Some of the common United Arab Emirates dishes are:
Chicken Kabsa
Gulf Shrimp
Al Machboos
Shawarma
A platter of chicken kabsa at Gulf House
restaurant. It's the signature dish of Arabic
Gulf shrimp

18. • UAE has various forms of dances which includes Belly dance and
one of the most important dance Al Razeef & Al Ayyala

19. Al Razeef , the performers are dressed in
traditional costume with cartridges belts
and ornate curved daggers slung around
their waists.

20. Al Ayyala combines song and dance.
Symbolizing triumph after a battle, it is now
performed as an act of welcome to
dignitaries visiting Abu Dhabi

22. Meeting & Greetings
◦ Status is important and must be
recognized by using the correct
tittle like “SHEIKH” or “SHEIKHA”
for man and women respectively.
◦ Always address people by their
first name.
◦ Most important to greet and
acknowledge the most senior
person in the room.

23. Handshakes
◦ Handshake can last for a long time, & wait
for the other to withdraw their hand first.
◦ Handshake in case of women, it advisable
to wait and see if a hand is extended.
Note: always use the left hand for Handshake

24. Gifts
Something personal can be very meaningful
touch.
It will be appropriate to present a small
token of gift to an individual to whom one
is being introduced e.g.: a special company
memento
Not advisable to give pen or a clock just for
the sake of providing a gift.
Very senior leaders may not provide a gift
although it would no be required for one to
provide the gift

25. Gender & Attire
◦ Men Should avoid touching & prolonged eye contact with
Muslim women
◦ It is polite to ask about family or health but never
specifically about any female member.
◦ Family life that involves female member is kept extremely
private.
◦ In conversation, it is always good to ask about the health
and well being of a counterpart’s family. How many
children? Do not ask how many wives?

26. ◦ Man and women should wear non revealing clothes.
◦ When visiting religious sites, women must also cover
their hair
◦ Initial meetings are all about trust building and
establishing compatibility
◦ Age, money, and family connections are all key
determining factors of a person’s status.
◦ Taking interest in a counterpart’s family is an important
way of building early trust and connection.

27. Meetings & Negotiations
◦ The working week generally is Sunday through
Thursday.
◦ Punctuality is expected of Westerners – even if it is
not practiced by locals.
◦ Meetings are almost always accompanied by coffee
and pastries.
◦ One should never show the bottom of one’s shoes
when sitting in a meeting.

28. ◦ Meetings can be chaotic. Always be prepared to
exercise patience.
◦ The Arabs were traditionally a trading people and
are excellent negotiators and haggling is prevalent
from the market to the board room.
◦ Decisions are made slowly.
◦ Bureaucratic formalities tend to add to delays.

29. Useful Expression
◦ The customary greeting is “As-salam alaikum,” (peace be upon
you) to which the reply is “Waalaikum as-salam,” (and upon you
be peace).
◦ Goodbye is “Ma salamaa”
◦ Please is “Min Fudlek” and thank you is “Shukran”
◦ “Inshallah” means “God willing” and is a common response when
agreeing on next steps or a particular course of action.

31. Its an unforgettable complete holiday package.
Sharjah is renowned throughout the Arab world for its commitment to
art and culture
Dubai is a thrilling mix of the old & the new.
Abu Dhabi is fast becoming a leading sporting destination with the
cultural district’s many museums, art galleries and performing arts
centres
Ajman is famous for its stunning beaches and Musfoot mountains.
Ra’s al Khaimah, is a top destination for adventure travellers keen to
discover unspoilt beaches and the rugged Hajar mountains

32. The Arabs are very proud of their cultural heritage and their values
as Muslims. The Muslim faith plays a significant role in their lives.
A high level of inequality of power and wealth within the society is
considered part of their cultural heritage!
There is a low level of tolerance for uncertainty. Thus, strict rules,
laws, policies, and regulations are adopted and implemented.

33. Women in the Arab World are limited in their rights. This is due
more to their Muslim religion than their culture.
The people of the UAE live in a collectivist culture. Loyalty in a
collectivist culture is paramount, and over-rides most other societal
rules.
In short, a typical “high-context” culture!!

34. Dress conservatively, but not exactly like the Arabs! Cover up
everything. NO jewelry.
Play “Follow The Leader” always! Do as the Arabs do. Eg: No shoes
inside.
Gifts aren’t necessary, but appreciated.
No-No gifts:
◦ Alcohol
◦ Perfumes containing alcohol
◦ Pork and pigskin products
◦ Personal items such as underwear
◦ Knives
◦ Toy dogs or gifts that picture dogs
◦ Images of nude or partially clad women, even if they’re a work of art.

35. Never discuss women!
Avoid talking of Israel at all costs!
They’ll approve if you talk about sports!
Never mind if meetings are interrupted by calls from family. Its
acceptable there!
Direct your pitch to the silent guy. He’s the one who makes the
decisions!
Gesture and eat with the right hand.
NEVER point to a person!!

36. Enjoy the UAE… But handle
meetings with
care!!

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