The Impact of Intercultural Competence on Organizational Behaviour. The Case of an International Film Festival

Abstract

This chapter explores the relationship between intercultural competence and organizational behavior within the context of an international film festival featuring participants from eight countries situated along the 25th meridian. By using Hofstede’s six cultural dimensions—power distance, individualism versus collectivism, masculinity versus femininity, uncertainty avoidance, long-term versus short-term orientation, and indulgence versus restraint—as a framework, the analysis examines how intercultural competence influences key aspects of organizational behavior. These aspects include communication, team dynamics, and conflict resolution; leadership and motivation of team members; performance appraisal; decision-making within global networks; creativity and innovation; and promoting respect for cultural diversity. The findings provide new insights into how cultural diversity shapes organizational practices, fostering more inclusive, innovative, and effective festival management.