This Chapter Discusses How Each Organization Has Its Own Culture

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Essay

This chapter discusses how each organization has its own culture and sets of values shared by most of its members.What kind of shared values might you find at a law firm?

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Definitions:

Honour Killings

The murder of a family member, typically a female, who is perceived to have brought dishonor upon the family, stemming from cultural, religious, or societal norms.

Patriarchy

This refers to a societal organization where men primarily exercise control, leading in governmental positions, possessing moral authority, benefiting from social privileges, and controlling real estate.

Socio-economic Status

A combined measurement of an individual's or family's economic and social position in relation to others, based on income, education, and occupation.

Achieved Status

A social position that a person attains through their own efforts or accomplishments, rather than by birth.