Maroco case
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What are the do’s and taboos for doing business or working in a specific country: ethics and etiquette?You are required to choose a country, in the area that has been attributed to your team (here under). You have to share the work between the different members of your group, so that, in the meantime, you can prepare individually for a small presentation during session 9 (15 min per group) and answer the questions here under.
At the beginning of session 9, I will grant you 30 minutes for you to gather information and prepare a common oral presentation of your work. You can use any kind of material you like, pictures, films, or even role games in order to present “do’s and don’ts” in the country of your choice (in the area that as been attributed to you):
Morocco is a country located in the western north of Africa and fact left the Maghreb. Its political capital is Rabat whereas its economic capital is Casablanca. In this work we go studied this country.
1. Describe the main specificities of doing business and negotiating in the chosen country (customs, practices, perception of gestures, politeness…)
Moroccans prefer to do business with those they know and respect, therefore expect to spend time cultivating a personal relationship before business is conducted. . Who you know is more important than what you know, so it is important to network and cultivate a number of contacts who may then assist you in working your way through the serpentine bureaucracy. Sometimes when you wants to make business or negociate, we have to expect us to be served mint tea, as this demonstrates hospitality ; and it’s important to accept their kindness. Moroccan business practices have been greatly influenced by the French and emphasize courtesy and a degree of formality. Since Moroccans judge people on appearances, dress and present yourself well.
They may agree in meetings rather than cause you to lose face. We hate to expect a fair amount of haggling. Try to ruch