National identity referes to the distinction of specific characteristics of a group. It is conformed by the values, attitudes, rituals and traditions of a group of people within a particular region (nation).
Small differences can be enough to categorize someone as a member of a specific nation, but even if some people differ in their beliefs, culture traditions, politics, language, and more, they can be seen as members of the same nation.
National identity is passed generation to generation, so it changes very little by the time.
Corporate Culture is created with the combined attitudes, thoughts, behaviors of people within a company and it determines how people view the world around them. In an organization, it is an inernal factor which starts with the values of a founder or a small group of founders. It is different in every company, and it is important for the working environment.
It is difficult to change organizational culture and can´t be done over night.
Retrieved February 12, 2010, from : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Organizational_culture
Very complete definitions with clear differenciations.
ResponderEliminarExcellent definitions and I agree with the last sentence “The organization has to study and understand the national culture, or it may fail.” Because from my point of view, the success of a company depends on how well they incorporate manage the combination between national identity and corporate culture.
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