International Business and Organizational Communication

This course focuses on developing intercultural competence in the context of international business and organizations, including non-profits, NGOs, and government organizations. Topics include cultural dimensions of global business and organizations, language use and negotiations across cultures, problem solving and ethics in the international workplace, global leadership, international marketing, and managing expatriate assignments. Students explore the professional, social, and political landscapes of a variety of countries, as they relate to intercultural communication and competence in business and organizational settings.