The results of diagnosis showed the differences between the predominant types of corporate culture in Slovak enterprises and enterprises with foreign or mixed management. Hierarchical culture prevailed in Slovak enterprises, while the clan and market culture in companies with international participation. A typical feature of hierarchical culture is stability and control which ensures smooth operation. Reasons prevailing hierarchical culture should be examined further and they are probably based in our traditions, in the impact of national culture, historical development and the prevailing sector of enterprises. Out of the 88 enterprises that were diagnosed with hierarchical culture, 30 are industrial, 12 construction and 11 engineering, respectively