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MGM5640 · Cross-cultural management communication
2025 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 5Department of Management
Overview
The unit looks at ways in which cultural values are expressed in social behaviour and the communication process including non-verbal cues, in different societies and contexts. The relevance of culture to management practices is analysed and illustrated in various national cultural settings. The unit then considers contemporary issues that affect the cross-cultural communication process (e.g. ethics) before considering the international negotiation process. Objectives, methods of negotiation and ways of negotiating cross-culturally are considered. The unit seeks to impart the ability and an awareness of how to communicate effectively in a cross-cultural setting.
Offerings
The Handbook publishes no offerings for this unit.
Assessment
The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.
| # | Assessment | Type | Weight | Hurdle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 - Within semester assessment | — | 60% | — |
| 2 | 2 - Examination | — | 40% | — |
Requisites
Learning outcomes
- explain the concept of culture and its determinants
- develop an understanding of the principles of effective cross-cultural communication
- critically evaluate the role communication and negotiations play in international operations
- explain the negotiation process and identify and analyse impediments to effective negotiations
- assess the relevance of culture to management practises in different cultural settings
- identify and evaluate the links between culture, economic processes and organisations.
Workload
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.
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