Intercultural communication is a a field of study and practice that aims to understand and improve the interactions between people of different cultural backgrounds. This course is aimed at those that have a (professional) interest in cultural diversity and communication, and want to develop an understanding on a higher level. It provides a deep dive into the field from an academic perspective, yet with constant attention for practical application- building not just competence, but expertise around intercultural interaction.
"This course has it all, theory (not too much), practice exercises, and great discussion throughout. Arjan's knowledge is both vast and deep. ”
Peter Novak Professor Emeritus and founder, Strictly Speaking Group
How
Building on up-to-date academic knowledge of interculturality and diversity, we will discuss relevant theories, studies and models and use them as a source for reflection and intervention. While deeply rooted in theory and research, we will constantly have an eye for practical implications and applications. We will mainly focus on diversity in nationality, ethnicity and religion, yet often in relation to (and relevant to) other dimensions of difference. All sessions will involve interactive presentation of theory, as well as discussion and exercises
Background
This professional course is based on an academic course that has been taught at various universities in several countries and is further adapted for professionals and practitioners. It largely follows the book ‘Diversity Competence-Cultures Don’t Meet, People Do’ (By Edwin Hoffman and Arjan Verdooren), in combination with additional sources.
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For who
Anyone interested in deepening their knowledge and competence in this topic, in relation to for example:
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
- Human Resources/ Learning and Development
- International cooperation/ business
- Internationalisation
- Migration and integration
- Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Racism
- Mediation or people of trust
- Training/coaching
- Education
By who
Arjan Verdooren has been associated with KIT Institute for almost two decades and provides this course as an institutional partner to the Institute. He has extensive experience with professional training and consultancy for a wide range of organizations. In addition, he has lectured at various universities, including the University of Gothenburg and the HTW University Berlin. He is the co-author (with Edwin Hoffman) of ‘Diversity Competence-Cultures Don’t Meet, People Do’ (Coutinho, 2018). Arjan specializes in the connection between theory and practice in the fields of Diversity & Inclusion and Intercultural Communication.
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What is the content?
The course consists of seven online Zoom sessions of 2,5 hours each.
The course is open to participants worldwide and will run in English.
The sessions will have the following topics:
- Culture and intercultural interaction
- Values and worldviews
- Identity and power
- (Non)Verbal Language
- Intercultural ethics and dialogue
- Communication and the TOPOI model
- Intercultural learning
Cost
- €650,- for employees of organisations
- €525,- for self-employed individuals
- €375,- for students and job seekers
There is an early bird discount of 25 % until March 14th 2025
Period.
Next course: Spring 2025
Dates:
April 22nd and 29th
May 13th and 20th
June 3d, 10th and 24th
Time: 13.00-15.30 CET
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"I have come out of the KIT Institute Intercultural Communication for Experts course feeling that I have gained some truly valuable insights into the topics of identity, intercultural interaction and non-verbal communication. Arjan has been an excellent lecturer, both passionate about the knowledge he imparts and eager to ensure participants are given opportunities to weigh in on the conversation. The sessions are interesting and well-balanced between theory and practice. Would recommend without hesitation.”
Rima Labban- Professor of Arabic language, literature and civilisation at the University Paul Valéry – Montpellier 3
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