Dubai

By: Jenny, Mike,

Jocelyn, Polly
 Introduction
Dubai is situated in the southern Persian
Gulf, Considered as one of the leading
cities in the world. It is so developed and
sophisticated city of United Arab
Emirates.
Have Ferraris for police cars
The UAE government does not impose
income tax to companies and individuals
living in the country.
There is no proper address system, no
house or street numbers. Everything is
done by description and location of
landmarks or famous streets
 Understanding Social
Cultures
Dubai - Modern city & Muslim city
Courtesy & Hospitality
People are friendly & welcoming
Locals are understanding of social
blunders
Greetings
Do not offer a handshake to the
opposite sex
Stand up for guests
Do not cross your legs
Remove your shoes when going to a
majlis- Arabic term place of
sitting
Hosting Muslims - NO alcohol or
pork!
 Modest Behavior
Public Display of Affection (PDA) is frowned upon

Offensive behavior

middle finger & sticking out tongue, is rude!

NO public drunkenness allowed!

Loud music is not allowed outside

Clothing Styles (Women)

-Dubai wear clothing similar to Arab Nationals from GCC Countries.

-Dubai is more open to western clothing styles.
Women Dress Code

Local Muslim Women Wear Abaya

Expatriates Women are not expected to cover their head, face and hair when in
public.
Mosque dress code
Refrain from wearing low cut shirts, clothing that is tight and above the knees.
If caught wearing offensive clothing you will be given a warning.
Complaints will be responded and possibilities are one month imprisonment
followed by deportation.
Clothing Styles (Men)

Men Dress Code

Local Men wear the Thobe & Guthra head covering
The thobe can be worn in any occasion
Foreign men aren't expected to wear a Thobe
Avoid wearing shorts and sleeveless shirts
Office Wear
Mosques Dress Code
Preferred clothing for local men.
 Food in Dubai
Before the 1960s
Middle Eastern & Asian
Cuisines
Traditional Foods
Lunch is the main family
meal
Strict Muslim Taboos
Core Flavors
Popular Beverages
Modern Food
Popular food
Religious and Social Beliefs
 The Month of Ramadan
Work Environment
Work Schedule change from Sunday to Thursday
Every Friday, all men are to worship at Sunrise and
Sunset
Two hours reduced
Fasting
No food
No Drinking, No Physical Needs (Smoking, Sexual
Activities, Work outs, Etc.)
To purify ones body and soul
Refocus on God
Taking away all bad and unlawful things
Reading the Quran
Non Muslims do not comply with the month of Ramadan .
 Sharing your religion is illegal.
Muslim rituals are usually five times a day.
In Muslim religion pork is not eaten
Forbidden to you are: dead meat, blood, the flesh of
swine, and that on which hath been invoked the name of
other than Allah.

Beliefs
 Secular Celebration
Celebration of Life
Decorations of Lights
Folklore troops perform in their
inheritage villages
Families all gathered together
Other celebrations includes marriage,
separations, death, adulthood, and having
a baby.

Celebrations
 Natural Ethics

Attitudes toward work and money

personal attitudes towards work is very high
what they do is very important to their country
believed that their jobs are important to the society
gives them a sense of personal and professional achievement
Fit into Schedule
Conducting business during Ramadan
Dress and Act the partValue of money was inherent to our upbringing
Cherish what they and to save for what they wanted
teens rely on the bank of their mum and dad to fund their lifestyles
Rather than get a servant to pick food, they whiz out for a cheeky Big
Mac in their luxury car.
Great tax-free salaries
 Politeness is very important

iteness v. Factual Emphasize on personal relationships.

Emphasis on what someone wants to hear rather than
nesty honesty
More effort is made as not to offend anyone
One who does not show emotion is not sincere
Value the ability to speak eloquently
Want to know them before engaging in business
discussions
Thank You