Business and World Culture

Course Number: COMM0602 Instructor: Deborah Silverman

Software Deliverable 3“Open House Presentation”

Deborah SilvermanMBE-640

Technology for Teachers IProf. Eve FogartyGraduate Program

Southern New Hampshire University

Welcome & Take Notice!

You'll be scorned if you blow your nose in public!

The bus leaves when it's full and not before.

You may eat only with your right hand.

… if you’re in JAPAN!

… if you’re in Malaysia!

… if you’re in Arab Countries!

We learn about cultural differences

Right Here in Class!

Cultural Differences

This course is designed to help students develop working knowledge of basic traits of other cultures

Students explore:cultural differences

other mindsets

what to expect abroad

Globalization & Technology

students learn ways to avoid language barriers

national characteristics of a variety of countries

categories of operating modes into which nations fall

In today's business climate of globalization and rapidly changing technology, the world is connect as never before!

Exploring Cultural Roots

Students get a broad tour of the world's cultures, protocols, and peculiarities.

Learning about cultural roots helps to understand the development of cultural norms and mindsets in some of the world's cultures.

Exploring Cultural Roots

Students learn about nonverbal communication and intercultural manners.

Cultural ValuesCultural ExpressionNonverbal CommunicationBody LanguageCommunication StylesPower Distancing (eye contact)

Language

The Zulus have 39 words for green. They live in a "green" world. nature is reflected strongly in their language.

Eskimos have 42 words for snow. They live in a "white" world.

Languages reflect the needs of the societies which they serve. Students explore how they evolve, grow, and change.

Did you know? …

Cultural Roots

Students develop a working knowledge of the basic traits of other cultures.

Cultural Mindsets

Students learn to recognize the importance of understanding the perspectives of other cultures.

Louder than Words

Students Learn: … the importance of developing recognition of nonverbal

communication within cultural groups. ..how to identify statements that are accurate

concerning the use of body language in different cultures.

… how to identify appropriate behavior according to the customs of the listed country or culture.

…How to select items that reflect good listening habits to enhance communication between intercultural business people.

Total Learning Experience

Students will work in teams of three to build a 2 week itinerary to visit Japan. Each team is competing for a bid on a specific technology project. The professor’s role is CEO of the Japanese firm with limited knowledge of English.

See you advisor or schedule for next available class today!

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