Course Highlights
This international etiquette and cross-cultural communication course will:
- Prepare participants for international business interactions.
- Offer a framework for understanding different cultures.
- Provide clear and concise guidelines related to international etiquette practices.
Course Overview
Working across cultures can challenge inexperienced and experienced people alike. This international etiquette program bridges that gap. We’ll explore how cultural norms impact business relationships and what “normal” means across borders.
Through interactive exercises, participants gain the skills to navigate these complexities. From global etiquette to cross-cultural challenges, we’ll prepare your team to build strong relationships and turn misunderstandings into opportunities anywhere in the world.
We can tailor the program to address specific cultural interactions in up to five countries or regions upon request.
The following outline highlights some of the course’s key learning points. As part of your training program, we will modify content as needed to meet your business objectives. Upon request, we will provide you with a copy of the participant materials prior to the session(s).
Program Objectives
At this program’s conclusion, participants should be able to:
- Define the impact of culture on global business relationships.
- Explain the norms of designated cultures.
- Build credibility and relationships with international partners.
- Communicate effectively with international colleagues.
- Follow the rules of international etiquette.
Workshop Modules
- We Are the World: Understanding Cultural Similarities and Differences
- Worlds Apart: Shortening the Distance Through Knowledge
- The Business Diplomat: More About What’s Expected
- Best Foot Forward: Saying and Doing the “Right” Things
- Going Global: International Etiquette
Target Audience
This workshop is designed for groups that want to:
- Prepare to work internationally.
- Improve interactions with colleagues or clients from other cultures.
- Explore international etiquette and cross-cultural communication.
Suggested Format
- One-Day Onsite Training Course
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