Multiculturalism in Business (GNED 3210)
This course examines general cross-cultural topics and concepts as they relate to a business environment. Through exposing students to cross-cultural differences and commonalities, this course is aimed at developing awareness of their own culture and sensitivity toward other cultural mindsets. The course also gives students the opportunity to expand their cultural vocabulary and develop skills that enhance their ability to provide meaningful services in multicultural environments.
Course code: GNED 3210
Credits: 3.0
Tuition: $0
Length: 45.0 hours
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- Cultural identity and how culture is shared.
- Cultural relativism and moral relativism
- Layers of Culture
- What shapes culture (religion, class structure, traditions, gender roles)
- Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions
- Language, Verbal and Non Verbal Cross-Cultural Communication
- Ethnocentrism, prejudice, bias and unconscious bias
- Cross-Cultural Conflict
- Real and Ideal culture
- Cultural sensitivity in the workplace.
- Culture shock and culture adaptation
To learn more about the PLAR pathways for this course review the Bachelor of Hospitality Management Program Content Guide.
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
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