The study of cross-cultural business practices focusing on the countries of Brazil, Germany, and France. Your discussion can focus on all or any of the following topics:

1. Experiences you or others may have had in the countries listed above in terms of Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions, E. Tall's High/Low Context analysis, decision making, business meetings and presentations, appointments, relationship building and negotiation, business entertaining, business attire, gift giving, greetings, addressing and gestures.

2. Videos that you have watched and recommend on any of the subjects mentioned above. Tell us about your reactions to the video and why you recommend it.

3. Current news affecting business, economic and political relationship between the U.S. and any of the countries.