Explain how some of the cultural habits and differences are likely to impact doing business and the marketing and distribution of your product in Switzerland such as i) Major religions, ethnic makeup and languages, ii) Major differences in beliefs, values, customs and behaviors, role of family and iii) Unique business customs, etiquette and practices one should be aware of when doing business in Switzerland (time and decision-‐making, meetings, negotiations, business relationships, dress code, status, gift-giving, etc.)

Explain how some of the cultural habits and differences are likely to impact doing business and the marketing and distribution of your product in Switzerland such as i) Major religions, ethnic makeup and languages, ii) Major differences in beliefs, values, customs and behaviors, role of family and iii) Unique business customs, etiquette and practices one should be aware of when doing business in Switzerland (time and decision-‐making, meetings, negotiations, business relationships, dress code, status, gift-giving, etc.)

Economics Today and Tomorrow, Student Edition

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Chapter5: Buying The Necessities

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 20AA

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