COMM400 - Intercultural Communication

Description:
This course provides an overview of issues, processes, and theories involved with communicating with individuals from different cultures. Topics include thinking and communicating in global contexts and professional relationships in diverse environments.

Outcomes:

• Define cultural context as it relates to professional communications
• Evaluate the impact of technology on intercultural communication
• Identify central issues in intercultural communication
• Explain the connections between one’s culture and beliefs
• Assess intercultural communication strategies
• Write an effective professional intercultural message for a given audience
• Create managerial recommendations and communicate them effectively, both orally and in writing

Required Text(s):

Godwin-Jones, R. (2020). Language and culture in context: A primer on intercultural communication. Virginia Commonwealth University.