Vietnam business culture

Name: Dương Thị Thuỳ Trinh
Class: TCTT 56A

BUSSINESS CULTURE

In the context of today’s globalization, when the enterprises enter the process of integrating
international economy more deeply, developing business culture is regarded as a decisive factor,
which contributes to promoting the sustainable development of enterprises. Admittedly, each
country has its own unique business culture. Viet Nam is completely not an exception. There are
many different etiquettes in Viet Nam business culture
First and foremost, meetings are considered very formal in Vietnam. It is not common to
commit to meeting a long time in advance. In Vietnam the meeting will be confirmed about one
week prior to the appointment. It may be difficult for you to plan a trip but it is a reality in
Vietnam. Moreover, you should reconfirm your meeting one or two days ahead. You also should
contact with your partner first to get a list of participants and their ranks so that you can know
who you will talk with.
Secondly, business cards are a common opening to business meetings. It is very impressive
if you prepare the business card which has two sides, one has your own language and the other
translated into Vietnamese. Because it is a little bit difficult for you and your partner to
distinguish foreign people so a very important point is you should put your picture into the
business card. Generally, a business card should be handed to the most senior person first. Also,
cards should be presented with two hands to very important officials, but for all others there is no
required etiquette
In Vietnamese business culture, suits and ties in subdued colors are the norm. Bright color
of any kind is not appropriate. The accepted style of dress for a business man in Vietnam is basic
complet and tie. Women should wear conservative suits or dresses. However, women must take
care that their skirts are not above the knees and jewelry has good quality that is neither
ostentatious nor overly expensive, which is recommended for making the right impression. Jeans


may not be acceptable casual wear for both men and women especially when you working with

state company
To my way of thinking, in recent years, many Vietnamese enterprises have concerned much
about developing business culture. Even there are many companies inviting foreign experts to
plan business culture for your own company. Learning advanced abroad business culture has
actually become a new mindset of entrepreneurs in Vietnam. Undeniably, the importance of
business culture is more and more increasing so it is no exaggeration to say that it should be a
subject that belongs to teaching soft skills for students in universities so that they can catch the
trend of business culture of their country and other ones, which will help them much in the future
In conclusion, it is true to say that business culture is intangible and priceless asset of each
enterprise. Therefore, if there is a lack of cultural element, somehow, enterprise can hardly stand
steadily and survive well in the market at any time.

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