The group presentation provides information about Mexico over 5 sections: 1) The Country - details Mexico's history, government, land/climate, economy, education, transportation, and health. 2) The People - discusses population, language, religion, holidays, and attitudes. 3) Lifestyle - covers family, social classes, business hours, and food. 4) Cultural Customs - describes greetings and non-verbal behavior. 5) Words & Phrases - lists common terms. Mexico is highlighted as a popular tourist destination with a welcoming culture and variety of landscapes, climates and activities.

1. Group Presentation
By:
M.Daniyal Ashfaq (2013-CS-051)
Shahrukh Hussain (2013-CS-032)
M.Waleed Aslam (2013-CS-014)
Hafiz Owais Siddiqui (2013-CS-007)
Sagar Kumar Ahuja (2013-CS-039)
Adviser: Syed Sohail Ahmed
Sub: Communication Skills
Department of Computer Science
Sir syed University of Engineering And Technology, Karachi
Country:
Mexico

2. Introduction
Mexico, (officially the United Mexican States), is a country in North America,
lying between the United States of America to the north, and Guatemala
and Belize to the southeast.
It is one of the most popular tourist countries on the planet.

3. Topics
1. The Country:
i. History & Government
ii. Land & Climate
iii. Economy
iv. Education
v. Transportation
vi. Health
2. People of Mexico:
i. Population
ii. Language
iii. Religion
iv. Holidays
v. Attitudes
3. Life Style of Mexico:
i. Position of Family
ii. Social & Economics Levels
iii. Business Hours
iv. Food
4. Cultural Customs
i. Methods of Greeting one another
ii. Non-Verbal Behavior
5. Words & Phrases.

4. 1. The Country
History & Government
Land & Climate
Economy
Education
Transportation
Health

5. History:
People had been living in the
Valley of Mexico for many centuries
before the arrival of the Aztecs in
the thirteenth century and the
conquering Spaniards soon after
that. The basin had no natural
outlet and several lakes formed in the
valley, attracting inhabitants to their shores.
Not far from present-day Mexico City, more than
100,000 people lived in Teotihuacán, the "Place of the
Gods," before it was inexplicably abandoned around
A.D. 750. Many other groups moved in and out of the
valley.
The Country:

6. Government:
The federal government of
Mexico is the national
government of the United
Mexican States that takes
place in a framework of a
federal presidential representative democratic republic
whose government is based on a congressional system,
whereby the President of Mexico is both head of state
and head of government, and of a multi-party electoral
system. President “Enrique PENA NIETO” is the present Chief
of State and Head of Government (since 1-Dec-2012).
The Country:

7. The Country:
Land:
Mexico is a large country
containing almost 2 million
square kilometers.
Most of Mexico is highland
or mountainous and less
than 15% of the land is
arable; about 25% of
the country is forested.

8. Climate:
The topography is very
diverse, and the climate
reflects this fact.
At any time of the year
you can find an area
of Mexico with a perfect
climate. Many parts of
the central highlands
and some coastal locations,
have "perfect" weather all
Year round. It has very small seasonal changes.
The Country:

9. Economy:
Mexico's economy is driven
by tourism, industrial
production, oil and gas
production, textiles and
clothing, and agriculture.
Mexico produces and
exports a wide
selection of agricultural
goods.
Just about every kind of
fruit and vegetable is grown on giant modern irrigated
farms and small family plots.
The Country:

10. Education:
Education in Mexico is regulated by the Secretariat
of Public Education.
Aside from many public schools and universities,
you can also choose an international school for
your children.
American, German, French or Japanese Schools
are available as well.
The Country:

11. The Mexican education system has three levels:
1.Basic education: consists of preschool, primary school and lower secondary
education.
2.Upper Secondary Education: Further it has two types:-
i. High school: Two, Three or four years Programs. Depending on school
your children attend.
ii. Professional Technical Education: Two, Three or Five years Programs.
3.Tertiary Education: Further it has three types:-
i. Higher Technician: Two Years Program, Short Level Of Bachelor’s.
ii. Bachelor’s Degree: Four Years Program, Graduation Level.
iii. Postgraduate Studies: Master’s or Doctoral Degree

12. Transportation:
Mexico has an excellent
bus system. First class
buses are a preferred way
to travel for many North
Americans.
Trains also are available,
but the standards do vary.
For many people, air travel
is the way to go.
There are many excellent
airports in the country.
All resort areas are served
by airports, and many people cruise by boat to coastal
destinations.
The Country:

13. The Country:
Health:
Mexico’s many larger centers offer first class hospitals,
and a full range of health care. Pharmaceuticals are
widely available and at
prices lower than
the U.S. or Canada.
Doctors are well trained
and they even do house
calls!.
Health insurance
is also available and it is
inexpensive.

14. 2. The People of Mexico
Population
Language
Religion
Holidays
Attitudes

15. Population:
Mexico has a total population of about
116,220,947 (July 2013 estimate), making it the
eleventh most populous country in the world. The
capital of Mexico, Mexico City has a metropolitan
area population of 21.2 million, though just under 9
million of those people live in the city proper, making
it the country's most population dense city.
Other major metropolitan areas include
Guadalajara, Monterrey, Puebla, Toluca, and
Tijuana.
People of mexico:

16. Language:
The Mexican people have over
60 native languages spoken by
over 6 million people in Mexico
but their national language is
Spanish which is spoken by over
95% of the population.
English is also spoken by
many people for business and for
daily basis tourist activities.
People of mexico:

17. Religion:
Mexico is a secular country, having no official Religion but
most Mexicans are Christians. This is emphasized by the fact
that Christmas is a national holiday and all schools in Mexico
close for a vacation during Easter.
People of mexico:

18. Holidays:
Holidays By Law:
Date: Event:
January 1: New Year’s Day.
February 5: Constitution Day.
March 21: Benito Juarez's birthday
(Most Beloved President)
May 1: Labor Day.
September 16: Independence Day’s Military Parade
November 20: Mexican Revolution Day.
December 25: Christmas Day.
People of mexico:

19. Holidays By Religion:
Date: Event:
January 6: Epiphany Day (Mexican Exchange Christmas Presents).
February: Lent (Celebrated By Dancing in Streets).
February 2: Candle-Mas.
February 24: Flag Day.
March 18: Expropriation of the Oil Industry in 1938.
April: Easter.
April 30: Childrens’ Day.
May 5: Honors of Mexican Victory over French Army
in 1862.
May 10: Mother’s Day.
June 1: Navy Day.
September 13: Child Heroes of Chapultepec.
October 12: Columbus Day.
November 1 & 2: Day of the Dead.
December 12: Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe
(Honoring Mexico's Patron Saint).
People of mexico:

20. Attitudes:
Mexico is a very class-conscious society where social
stratifications are well-defined.
Mexicans are very welcoming, warm and friendly people.
Speak a little Spanish, and they will go out of their way to be
helpful with honesty and punctuality.
People of mexico:

21. 3. Life Style of mexico
Position of Family
Social & Economic Levels
Business Hours
Food

22. Position of Family:
Family is a central theme in Mexico, and a cornerstone
of the culture. It is not unusual for three or sometimes
four generations of family to meet up for afternoon
lunch, sit around the table, talk, gossip, laugh and joke
with each other. This is not a special
Event, this is family life as usual!.
At the weekends, parks, museums, and
local attractions are packed with
families enjoying their free time
together.
Life style of Mexico:

23. Social & Economic Levels:
Now, Government has set an ambitious course of
economic and social reforms, for which it has obtained
broad political support.
The policies of the past several years have positioned
the country well in terms of macroeconomic and
financial performance, but economic growth remains
insufficient and more needs to be done to improve well
being. This economic survey puts forward reforms
aimed to achieve higher income levels and better social
conditions in Mexico.
Life style of Mexico:

24. Business Hours:
The Work Week. The federal Labor Law of Mexico sets forth a maximum of 48 hours per
week as the amount of hours a laborer can work without going overtime.
The Work Day: For every 6 days of work ( Monday through Saturday ), employees are
entitled to one day of rest with full pay.
Work Shifts: There are 3 work shifts, consisting of the day shift ( eight hours ), the night
shift ( seven hours ) and the mixed shift ( 7 1/2 hours ). The mixed shift is part day shift
and part night shift.
Overtime: In that case the hourly wage can be double or even triple the normal hourly
wage, depending on how many hours overtime you work. In the event that the overtime
is on a holiday, the hours are paid at triple the normal hourly wage.
Life style of Mexico:

25. Life style of Mexico:
Food:
Mexico offers a wide variety of excellent dining opportunities.
Any type of food is available, and in the better restaurants,
the food preparation, presentation and service are among the
best in the world. Prices vary from ridiculously low, to as
much as you would pay in a nice restaurant anywhere.

26. The Most Famous Mexican Food and Top Ten
dishes:
1.Tacos al Pastor
2. Pozole
Life style of Mexico:

27. 3. Enchiladas Verdes 4. Tacos Campechanos
Life style of Mexico:

28. 5. Torta Cubana 6. Tamales
Life style of Mexico:

29. 7. Mole 8. Tacos Arabes
9. Esquites/Elotes 10. Chilaquiles
Life style of Mexico:

30. 4. Cultural customs
Methods of Greeting One Another
Non-Verbal Behavior

31. Cultural customs:
Methods of Greeting One Another:
In Mexico for men, Shaking hands or giving a slight bow
when introduced is considered as the Greeting.

32. When greeting a Mexican woman women, they only bow and
Shake hands only if she extends her hand first.
Cultural customs:

33. Cultural customs:
Non-Verbal Behavior:
Mexicans generally stand close together when conversing.
They Don't show signs of discomfort, which would be
considered rude by your Mexican counterpart.

34. It is considered rude to stand around with your hands in your
pockets.
Cultural customs:

35. 5. Words & Phrases

36. Words and phrases:
Word: Meaning:
1. gracias (thanks)
2. Bueno (good)
3. De (of, from)
4. Su (your, her, his, their)
5. Hacer (to do, to make)
6. Amigo (friend)
7. por favor (please)
8. No (no)
9. En (on, in)
10.un, uno, una(a, one)

37. Meaning: Phrase: Prononciation:
What is your name? Como se llama? KOH-moh say YAH-mah
How are you? Como estas? KOH-moh es-TAHS
Hi (casual) Hola OH-lah
Nice to meet you Mucho gusto MOO-choh GOO-stoh
See you Hasta la vista ah-STAF lah-VEES-tah
Goodbye Adios ah-dee-YOHS
Good morning Buenos dias BWAY-nohs DEE-yahs
Good afternoon Buenas tardes BWAY-nahs TAR-dehs
Good evening/night Buenas noches BWAY-nahs NOH-chehs
Thank you Gracias GRAH-see-yas
Words and phrases:

38. In Mexico, At every turn, there is so much to see and
do! Immerse yourself in adventure activities, water
sports, cultural sites, an unbelievable variety of food,
and a sizzling nightlife!.
That’s the Reason it is known the one of the most
popular tourist countries on the planet.
Quote: In a country well governed, poverty is
something to be ashamed of. In a country badly
governed, wealth is something to be ashamed of.
By: Confucius
Conclusion

39. Mexico Tour Video

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