Japan has a population of over 126 million people and an economy that is the 4th largest in the world by GDP. The country has a long history and culture with 99% literacy and the predominant religions being Shintoism and Buddhism. Work life in Japan is characterized by lifetime employment at a single company, emphasis on group work, long hours that have led to issues like karoshi (death from overwork), and unions focused on reducing overtime. Recruiting focuses on finding the perfect cultural fit while compensation involves monthly payroll, social insurance paid jointly by employers and employees, and modest executive pay.
1. The definition of developed countries countries
2. The indicators of classification of developed countries
3. The characteristics of developed countries
4. Some examples of developed countries
5. The impact of developed and developing countries on the Indonesian economy
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1. The definition of developed countries countries
2. The indicators of classification of developed countries
3. The characteristics of developed countries
4. Some examples of developed countries
5. The impact of developed and developing countries on the Indonesian economy
The Brief and informative presentation about Pakistan Economic Issue and its solution
so The audience can easily understood to this presentation and can easily take the point of view of pakistan economy and the problems and their solutions
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This is showing the developing countries' situation. Compiled to teach Japanese high school students about developing countries. It was also made for those interested in attending university is Development related courses.
Economic challenges face by Pakistan"s economy and their solutions (1)Muhammad Zubair
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Economic, social and financial analysis of these countries.
this includes GDP FDI inflation interest rate public debt.
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Lots have been written on the middle class. Many governments around the world target the middle class as part of helping the middle class. The problem is that many governments are too busy focusing on policies that do little in terms either helping the environment or supporting the middle class.
The lecture of Professor Jongwon Woo - Doctor of Economics (The University of Tokyo) put an emphasis more on the aspect of Japanese - style human resources’ management. This undoubtedly would come in handy for lots of attendees in the seminar given the fact that a rising number of Japanese companies have invested in Vietnam in the recent year, which leads to higher demands for the recruitment of Vietnamese staffs working for them. Therefore a good grasp of typical Japanese human resources’ mechanism is likely to give an edge to the students who have it in mind to applying for these firms.
This is showing the developing countries' situation. Compiled to teach Japanese high school students about developing countries. It was also made for those interested in attending university is Development related courses.
Economic challenges face by Pakistan"s economy and their solutions (1)Muhammad Zubair
After reading this chapter you will able to understand what are the economy issues face by Pakistan and what are the solutions to solve those economic issues.
Economic, social and financial analysis of these countries.
this includes GDP FDI inflation interest rate public debt.
this is the key idea to inter in the foreign market. I'll upload the second presentation about entering a new market with new product. Opportunities and threats in that market etc.
Lots have been written on the middle class. Many governments around the world target the middle class as part of helping the middle class. The problem is that many governments are too busy focusing on policies that do little in terms either helping the environment or supporting the middle class.
The lecture of Professor Jongwon Woo - Doctor of Economics (The University of Tokyo) put an emphasis more on the aspect of Japanese - style human resources’ management. This undoubtedly would come in handy for lots of attendees in the seminar given the fact that a rising number of Japanese companies have invested in Vietnam in the recent year, which leads to higher demands for the recruitment of Vietnamese staffs working for them. Therefore a good grasp of typical Japanese human resources’ mechanism is likely to give an edge to the students who have it in mind to applying for these firms.
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We find Business Ethics practice of Toyota.
Toyota was founded in 1937, by Kiichiro Toyoda
Japanese multinational automotive manufacturer with its headquarters in Toyota, Aichi
Fifth largest company in the world
First to promote the use of hybrid vehicles
2. International HR Framework
● National
Characteristics
● Economy
● Regional Variations
● Culture
● Work Environment
● Recruiting
● Compensation
Practices
● Voluntary Benefits
● Compliance Elements
● Additional Resources
3. National Characteristics
General History
● 11 February 660 BC
● Feudal Lords 12th Century - 1868
● 1180 - 1868 - Shogunate
● 5 Major Wars
● Civil War
● Became an Empire again in 1868
● Composed of more than 6,852
islands
Population
● 126.9 Million
Languages
● Japanese
● 4 Regional Dialects
4. National Characteristics
Demographics
● Life Expectancy of 83.5 Years
● High Suicide Rate
● Expected Pop. 95 Mill by 2050
● Required Education Ends After Middle School
● High Impact on Recruiting & Hiring
5. National Characteristics
Government Profile
● Emperor, Prime Minister
● Democratic System
● Formed similarly to Britan
Ethnic Diversity
● 99% Literacy Rate
● Shintoism 79.2%
● Buddhism 66.8%
● Christianity 1.5%
● Other 7.1%
7. Regional Variations
Language
● Japanese with Regional Dialects
Employment Law
● Very broad onboarding, no discrimination
● Incentives for retaining/hiring older workers
● Employment Contracts
Salary
● Median Salary: ¥1,000,00/Month ($8,371)
8. Culture Dimensions
Major Holidays
● January 1
● 2nd Monday of January
● February 11
● February 14
● March 3
● March 14
● March 20
● April 29-May 4
● July/August 7
● 3rd Monday of September
● November 3
● December 23
9. Work Environment
● RENGO - Japanese Trade Union Confederation
● 6.75 Million Members with a goal of 10 Million
● Feelings of Unjust Termination
● “Struggling to protect jobs and achieve a better life for all workers”
● Advancing the social movement to organize and improve the working
conditions of non-regular workers
● Unions make reduced hours a large part of their demands
● Karoshi (Death from overwork)
10. Work Environment
● Expat concerns over natural disaster, approximately 20,000 foreigners
have told Tokyo’s immigration office they plan to leave the country
● Priority on work life
● Monetary rewards to stay at one company.
● Group Oriented, Regular Office Hours
● Prefer Face to Face
● Cautious, Conservative Decision making
11. Recruiting
General Recruiting Aspects
● Technology
○ International job sites
● Language
○ English Language skills valued
● Culture
○ Shushin Koyo (終身寉用)
○ 2nd highest number of private
employment agencies
● Employer Brand
○ Best Response rate worldwide
○ Canon
○ Toyota
○ Honda
○ Sony
○ Komatsu
○ Sega
● Job Brand
○ Mandatory Retirement at 60
○ Sexism
12. Recruiting
Compliance Aspects
● The candidate chosen must be a 100% fit
● Lax onboarding regulations, no discrimination
Internet and Social Media
● 34% of Internet users under 35
● Facebook used as a business network
● LinkedIn does not work
13. Compensation Practices
Payroll Cycles & Distribution
● 25th of the month
● Bank accounts are popular
Tax Elements
● 20.5% Income Tax for non residents
● Federal and Local Inhabitant Tax
● If staying for more than 1 year, health insurance and pension are
required.
● 29.5 hours - Part time or Full time
14. Compensation Practices
Tax Elements
● Full Time - Half Shakai Hoken paid by employer, half by employee
● Taxes removed by employer
● When you leave the country you can get your pension paid out in a lump
sum.
15. Compensation Practices
Executive Compensation
● Japanese CEOs make 319 times less than American CEOs
● Higher than ¥100 Million requires disclosure to Shareholders
● High executive salary is a source of shame
● Modest pay is seen to help foster the country’s team spirit
● There is no market for Executives, they are hired internally
16. Voluntary Benefits
Health & Welfare
● National Universal Health Care System
● Maternity / Paternity Leave
Retirement
● Pension Plans