Critical Analysis of the Prevailing Worldviews and Value Systems in Relation to How They Are Shaped by Culture and Identity

Abstract

Global leadership is one of the social issues in the contemporary business environment linked with worldviews and value systems. The term worldview encompasses a set of beliefs, values, and moral codes that influence various social aspects, including how to deal with issues in society and the interpretation of the role of individuals in society. This research examines both worldviews and value systems in the context of global leadership. In particular, the paper explores various types of worldviews, including relativism. The study also examines worldviews based on cultural theory. This theory identifies four idealized ways of viewing the world and hypothesizes that people are likely to draw from one of the four cosmologies when developing arguments and advocating for change. These worldviews are egalitarian, hierarchical, individualist, and fatalist. In terms of value systems, the paper explores the definition and characteristic of value systems. The research also explores two value systems: individualism and collectivism. Overall, the research demonstrates that managers cannot afford to ignore the significance of both worldviews and value systems in the current business environment.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0944/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

Evaluation of Prevailing Worldviews and Value Systems in Relation to How They Are Shaped by Culture and Identity

“…The Islamic worldview emphasizes Quranic principles, ummah belonging, and divine judgement (Esposito, 2019as cited by Chimakati, 2023. Hindu cosmology sees self-realization of the divine within all beings as the goal, upholding dharma ethics and karma causation (Gaitho, 2022as cited by Chimakati, 2023. Buddhists highlight impermanence and interconnectivity across all manifestation, advocating enlightened living for freedom from suffering (Rahula, 2019 as cited by Chimakati, 2023).…”

“…Worldviews encompass the philosophical assumptions and beliefs through which groups perceive the world, their place within it, the nature of time, space, human nature, and economic/social relationships (Koltko-Rivera, 2004). Cultural value systems involve the shared ideals and normative beliefs within cultural groups regarding morality, ethics, desirability, and social/economic outcomes (Gaitho, 2022as cited by Chimakati, 2023. Identity shapes the distinctive symbols, rituals, attributes, and shared experiences tied to cultural groups.…”

A Critical Examination of Dominant Worldviews and Value Systems: Exploring How Culture and Identity Shape Perspectives

“…The word 'worldview' comes from the German term "weltanschauung," which plainly means 'see into the world' and refers to a broad worldview. It is the structure from which an individ ua l interprets and interrelates with the environment (Worldview, 2006, p. 1;as cited in Wallace, 2007& Gaitho, 2022. The word "worldview" is used differently in a variety of disciplines, usually to underscore a particular aspect.…”

“…With a large number of countries participating in the international space, each bringing their own set of rational patterns, transaction styles, mediation styles, and industry practices, leaders should possess a highly developed understanding of global viewpoints, the ability to recognize cultura l interactions, and the opportunity to participate in constant learning (Senge, 1990;Adler, 1991;Friedman, 2005; As cited by Chin & Gaynier, 2006). According to Gaitho (2022), one of the unique problems that exist in today's business world is global leadership, which is linked to worldviews and value systems. Global leaders, according to Bennett (2014), have the skill to persuade people, teams, institutions, and communities which are distinct from themselves by being effective in both international and multicultural (domestic) situations.…”