•   Intercultural Communication 3011518-3014 29.08.2022-18.12.2022  5 credits  (MLIISK21) +-
    Competence objectives of study unit
    After completing this course the student
    - is able to interact with people from different cultures
    - knows the various frameworks on cultures and have a better understanding of how each culture perceives i.e. time and space, face and face-saving, verbal and nonverbal communication
    - appreciates the differences in cultural beliefs and communication practices
    - is able to apply his/her knowledge and skills in working and communicating with ease and confidence in intercultural situations
    Content of study unit
    Contents:

    - cultural frameworks

    - cultural awareness and identity

    - cultural briefing

    - national cultures and cultural influences

    - intercultural communication skills

    - culture in teams, business cultures

    Teacher(s) in charge

    Nicolas Le Grand, Pia Lindgren

    Learning material

    Study material on itslearning ;
    should be completed by all other materials according to students' own focus area

    Learning methods

    The course combines many methods:
    class sessions
    flipped learning,
    independent learning includes a small scale project with required research
    Working life contacts can be tied and applied

    Objects, timing and methods of assessment

    assignment
    active discussion and shared knowledge
    self, peer and teacher assessment

    documents returned after deadline will result in lowering the grade

    Teaching language

    English

    Timing

    29.08.2022 - 18.12.2022

    Enrollment date range

    01.06.2022 - 11.09.2022

    Group(s)
    • MLIISK21
    Seats

    20 - 30

    Responsible unit

    Engineering and Business

    Small group(s)
    • Vain avoimen AMK:n opiskelijoille (Size: 5. Open university: 5.)
    Teachers and responsibilities

    Pia Lindgren
    Nicolas LeGrand

    Degree Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Business

    Campus

    Salo IoT Campus

    Share of online studies

    1 credits

    Assessment scale

    H-5

    Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

    This course can be replaced by a similar course but only after consulting the tutor teacher

    Exam dates and retake possibilities

    Individual assignment, a small scale culture project

    Pedagogic approaches

    Pedagogical approach is international, working life oriented, learning in teams and also co-teaching as the course has two teachers

    Student's schedule and workload

    5 cr = 135 h of student work
    4*4h contact sessions with teacher
    1*4h contact session with the co-teacher
    preparing the assignment
    preparing for the contact sessions by reading the material given (flipped learning)

    Content scheduling

    The course starts on 5 September 2022
    After completing this course the student
    - is able to interact with people from different cultures
    - knows the various frameworks on cultures and has a better understanding of how each culture perceives i.e. time and space, face and face-saving, verbal and nonverbal communication
    - appreciates the differences in cultural beliefs and communication practices
    - is able to apply his/her knowledge and skills in working and communicating with ease and confidence in intercultural situations

    Contents:
    - cultural frameworks
    - cultural awareness and identity
    - national cultures and cultural influences
    - intercultural communication skills
    - culture in teams, business cultures

    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)

    no returned documents
    very inactive presence
    documents very shallow or very late

    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

    Cultural Awareness: Student understands the concept of cultural identity and the importance of understanding other cultures. The student is able to describe his/her cultural identity.
    Theoretical frameworks on culture: The student is able to identify main concepts from cultural frameworks.
    Intercultural communication: The student can describe the importance of intercultural communication skills in social and business situations.
    Business cultures: The student is able to describe the importance of understanding business cultures in different national contexts

    Deliverables are done but lack analysis.



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    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

    Cultural Awareness: The student is able to describe different ways of interpreting culture and cultural awareness, . The student can analyse his/her own cultural identity in relation to the values, customs and practices of other cultures.
    Theoretical frameworks on culture: The student is able to describe the frameworks and shows understanding of how they can be used in practice.
    Intercultural communication: The student is able to describe the communication skills needed in intercultural situations and demonstrates ability to use them in practice.
    Business cultures: The student can explain business practices of different cultures and is able to identify challenges relating to his/her own culture in doing business in another culture.
    Discussions showing interest and motivation
    Documents well prepared and analytical

    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

    Cultural Awareness: The student is able to analyse how national and organizational cultures build cultural identity, and can demonstrate cultural sensitivity and appreciation of other cultures in intercultural encounters.
    Theoretical frameworks on culture: The student is able to explain the concept and significance of the frameworks. In addition, the student is able to apply the frameworks in case and authentic situations.
    Intercultural communication: The student is able to analyse breaks in communication due to cultural factors and can suggest ways of improving the communicative approach to the situation. The student shows ability to adapt and adjust his/her communication style in various intercultural situations.
    Business cultures: The student is able to apply his/her knowledge of business cultures in authentic and case situations. The student is able to analyse and suggest approaches to intercultural business situations.
    Professional approach based on experience and knowledge is shown is discussions and in documentation
    Assignments show analytical expertise