Intercultural Communication

This course examines the influence of cultural factors on communication. Topics include roles, stereotypes, prejudice, verbal and nonverbal languages, and the use and organization of time and space. Students are required to engage in field research. The communication "styles" of a number of different cultural groups are examined in depth. Overall, the idea of the course is to teach students that an understanding of the effects of culture on communication can lead to more accurate and more effective communication in business and in their lives.