Culture shock! : United Arab Emirates / Gina L. Crocetti



Digitised Book 216.73.216.10 (0)

1996

Culture shock! : United Arab Emirates / Gina L. Crocetti

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With its economy now shifting from a dependence on oil revenues to embrace new industries, the Emirates are attracting a more diverse expatriate workforce than ever before. To those unfamiliar with the disciplined nature of traditional Arab life, the ability to understand and work within the culture is essential to a successful stay. From the place of religion, to the role of women in Emirati society, this text offers readers a unique and practical guide to making the most of their time in this young country with a proud and ancient culture.

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Title
Culture shock! : United Arab Emirates / Gina L. Crocetti
Creators
  • Benesh, Gina Crocetti, 1965-
Subject
  • Etiquette--United Arab Emirates
  • United Arab Emirates--Social life and customs
  • United Arab Emirates--Guidebooks
Publisher
  • Times Books International, 1996
  • National Library Board Singapore, 1996
Digital Description
application/pdf, 204 p.
Table of Contents
  • 1. Introducing the Emirates -- 2. The Emiratis -- 3. Coping with culture shock -- 4. Marriage and family -- 5. Out and about -- 6. Social values -- 7. Settling down in the UAE -- 8. Language -- 9. Women in the Emirates -- 10. Religion -- 11. Doing business -- Cultural quiz -- Further reading -- The author -- Index.
Copyright
  • All Rights Reserved. National Library Board Singapore 2009.