A DIFFERENCE OF PERSPECTIVE: AN EXPLORATORY STUDY OF OMANI AND EXPATRIATE VALUES AND ATTITUDES

Abstract

This exploratory study used data from three industrial companies (N = 85) in the Sultanate of Oman to assess the values and altitudes of entry‐level Omani and expatriate (primarily Indian) employees. Results reveal strong differences between the two groups on several variables related to life, work, and attitudes toward each other. In contrast to expatriate respondents, Omanis showed a strong preference for more ethnocentric work situations. Additionally, evidence suggested that Omani respondents were less committed to work and their current jobs. Further, personal life value rankings diverged significantly with Omanis ranking more abstract or ideal values higher than expatriates. Managerial and research implications are discussed.

Citation

Kuehn, K.W. and Al‐Busaidi, Y. (2000), "A DIFFERENCE OF PERSPECTIVE: AN EXPLORATORY STUDY OF OMANI AND EXPATRIATE VALUES AND ATTITUDES", International Journal of Commerce and Management, Vol. 10 No. 1, pp. 74-90. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb047397