This course was developed by the Colbourne Institute as an introduction to practical concepts and concrete strategies to enhance intercultural understanding in the workplace and community.
You will learn key intercultural concepts to enhance your understanding of differences in culture, build your cultural awareness, and improve your communication and conflict resolution skills in diverse settings.
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What to expect from the course
Individuals, teams and organizations who take this course can expect to improve their intercultural skills, become more open-minded and empathetic to others and recognize the many benefits to a diverse and inclusive community and workplace.
After you’ve completed all six modules you will be able to:
- Define and give examples of important terms and concepts in intercultural communication.
- Recognize stereotypes and biases and challenge them towards more inclusive intercultural spaces at work and in the community.
- Feel confident in your ability to live and work in a culturally diverse community and have conversations with people from all over the world about culture.
This 1.5-2 hour, self-paced course consists of six modules, each lasting about 15 minutes. It is best to complete the course over one or two sittings. This way you will be able to apply what you have learned from one module to the next and build a solid foundation for putting key concepts into practice.
Who is this course for?
This course is for individuals, teams and organizations who are looking for an introduction to intercultural communication. It is particularly useful for international learners who work in culturally diverse contexts or who are planning on living or moving abroad.
Organizations looking for a method to deliver engaging and proven intercultural awareness training for their staff can incorporate this course into their training roster, and can license the course for ongoing use if desired.
Do you have specific training needs in intercultural awareness? Introduction to Intercultural Awareness is highly suitable for customizing to the requirements of any organization. For details about how we can customize this course for your organization, contact us at colbourneinstitute@norquest.ca.
Register for the course
Individuals who are taking this course can easily register through the link below, and can get started on their course right away. For enquiries regarding using this course for organization-wide training, licensing, or customizing to your needs please reach out to our team.
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