Pineda: Cultural Diversity - WiSe 24

The students will be able to

  define the concepts "culture", "cultural diversity" and "cultural diversity management"

  describe the concepts of Schein & Adler, Hofstede, and Trompenaars

  analyze different cultures by using the cultural dimensions of Hofstede and Trompenaars

  explore and use different standards of verbal and nonverbal communication styles (e.g. styles for greetings and partings, initiating and concluding business discussions, body language, personal space, listening)

  prepare negotiations in different cultural contexts and consider cultural differences (e.g. dealing with time, saying no and disagreeing)

  reflect differing conflict management styles

  specify the requirements of managers working in intercultural environment

  outline the basic tasks of intercultural management