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The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

English

Recommended previous knowledge

ORG409 International Management or equivalent.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this course, the student should:

  • have advanced knowledge about intercultural management research.

  • have an awareness of concepts of culture.
  • be able to contribute to and have skills in intercultural communication and negotiation.
  • be able to apply theories to analyse cultural differences and cultural similarities.
  • be able to identify the bases for intercultural management of individuals, teams and organizations.
  • be able to demonstrate intercultural competence.

Contents

A clear understanding of the diverse cultures in the world is important for an individual to properly be able to deal with multicultural settings. Through examining the work of central researchers in the field and through immerse training opportunities, the course will discuss, analyse, and help students in understanding the differences in culture and the importance of recognising cultural characteristics.

Teaching and learning methods

Lectures, group discussions, exercises, and class activities. Students are expected to actively participate in class. All students are expected to be able to analyse cases and participate in group training based on the lectures and readings.

Estimated workload is approximately 200 hours.

Examination requirements

Approved course paper written individually or in a group based on a case. More information in Canvas.

Examinations

Oral poster presentation either individually or in groups. The grade is given to the group as a whole.

Assessment expression: Pass/ fail grades.

More information will be given in Canvas.

Student evaluation

The person responsible for the course decides, in cooperation with the student representative, the form of student evaluation and whether the course is to have a midway or end of course evaluation in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.

Offered as a free-standing course

No
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