•     Intercultural Communication, LBNS22A LB10012-3001 24.10.2022-16.12.2022  2 cr  (LBNS22) +-
    Learning objectives
    After successfully completing the course, you understand cultural dimensions that are involved in human interaction in international business contexts. You are aware of your own cultural identity, communication style, behaviour and underlying values, as well as those in your team. You are able to accommodate social and cultural diversity in multicultural teamwork.
    Contents
    - Self-management
    - Interpersonal and intercultural communication skills
    - Team working skills
    - High- and low-context communication
    - Verbal & non-verbal communication and etiquette
    - Pluri- and multilingualism in international business
    Teaching methods and instruction

    Lectures and communication workshops

    Responsible person

    Kirsi-Marja Toivanen

    Learning material and recommended literature

    Barmeyer, C, Bausch, M. Mayerhofer, U. 2021. Constructive Intercultural Management. Cheltenham, UK: Edward Elgar Publishing. (where applicable) Other materials available in Moodle

    Mode of delivery

    Contact teaching

    Campus

    Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

    Teaching language

    English

    Timing

    24.10.2022 - 16.12.2022

    Students workload

    18 hours of lectures and workshops, 2 hours for assessment, 20 hours for writing the learning diary and 14 hours of self-study and group tasks

    Enrollment

    22.08.2022 - 30.09.2022

    Groups
    • LBNS22
    Alternative learning methods

    The student who has completed equivalent extent of university studies in intercultural or cross-cultural communication can apply for RPL.

    Assessment criteria

    The student participates actively in workshops and contributes to group assignments. The learning diary discusses the course content and topics and includes the student's own ideas and reflection. The student demonstrate sufficient knowledge and understanding on the different factors involved in intercultural and interpersonal encounters in a Moodle test.

    Teachers

    Kirsi-Marja Toivanen

    Further information for students

    Workshops require attendance

    Degree Programmes

    Degree Programme in International Business

    Evaluation scale

    H-5