Intercultural Communication in Teams

Teams are becoming ever more heterogeneous, as the team members often hail from different countries and cultures. Consequently, intercultural communication is becoming more and more important, especially in the context of work.  In this e-learning course, the participants will learn what "culture" means exactly. The e-training course deals with the most important cultural dimensions from the works of Geert Hofstede and E. T. Hall. The participants will also learn how to become more aware of cultural differences and will receive valuable leadership tools with which to manage intercultural teams. The aim of the e-training course is to enhance the intercultural skills of the participants.

Learning objectives:

• Identify cultural definitions according to Geert Hofstede and Edward T. Hall. Develop sensitivity for cultural differences. Identify the causes of misunderstandings in intercultural teams. Apply management tools in intercultural teams. Develop and enhance intercultural skills