Business School 101: Saudi Arabia

What are the two words that often come to mind when Saudi Arabia is mentioned?

• Oil and Muslim

• Sand and Sun

• Desert and Camels

• Gold and Spices

Which city is the capital of Saudi Arabia?

• Medina

• Riyadh

• Mecca

• Jeddah

What type of political system does Saudi Arabia have?

• Democratic Republic

• Constitutional Monarchy

• Federal Republic

• Absolute Monarchy

In Hofstede's cultural dimensions, what does a high score in power distance indicate?

• Preference for equality

• Acceptance of hierarchical order

• Focus on individual achievements

• Emphasis on long-term goals

What is the score of Saudi Arabia in the individualism dimension according to Hofstede's framework?

• 48

• 27

• 14

• 72

Which dimension of Hofstede's framework indicates a society's tolerance for uncertainty and ambiguity?

• Individualism

• Uncertainty Avoidance

• Indulgence

• Power Distance

What is the working week in Saudi Arabia?

• Friday to Tuesday

• Monday to Friday

• Sunday to Thursday

• Saturday to Wednesday

In Saudi business etiquette, which hand should be used for shaking hands?

• Either hand

• Left hand

• Right hand

• Both hands

What is the preferred dress code for business meetings in Saudi Arabia?

• Casual attire

• Business casual

• Traditional Saudi dress

• Conservative and formal dress

How are decisions typically made in Saudi business culture?

• By external consultants

• Through a democratic vote

• By the highest-ranking person

• By consensus among all employees