“Made in Italy”; how culture and history has shaped modern Italian business environment, political landscape, and professional organizations

Abstract

This paper examines the national, political, and business culture of Italy. The framework was established through business visits, research, and personal interviews while studying abroad in Italy. The Italian business culture, politics and economic situations are directly related to its historical foundation. The Italian cultures independent tendencies are a result of separate territories and regions struggling for unification over centuries. As a result of Italy having been one of the most invaded nations in the world, its people have developed over many centuries’ ways to adapt, survive, and cope with occupations.