Cross-Cultural Business (5cr)

Objective

Students will know the dynamics of cross-cultural interaction in business contexts and acquire skills in confronting various cultures and culture shock in professional environments. Students get familiar with business etiquette, communication and negotiations in international business environment. Students can find international and academic sources related to course tasks.

Content

- Research about culture differences
- Business etiquette
- Intercultural communication
- Negotiations in business
- National characteristics and stereotypes

Qualifications

Basic studies

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The final exam, role play, and classroom performance are of a passable level in terms of knowledge, skills and their further professional application.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The final exam, role play, and classroom performance are at a good level in terms of knowledge, skills and their further professional application. The student demonstrates an emerging ability for autonomous professional development in the field of study.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The final exam, role play, and classroom performance are at an excellent level in terms of knowledge, skills and their further application. The student is clearly capable of autonomous professional development and the application of his/her knowledge and skills in the field of study.

Materials

Cross-Cultural Business Behavior: A Guide for Global Management (Fifth Edition).