Strategies for Effective Intercultural Communication

This course can be applied to the UBC Certificate in Intercultural Studies and UBC Micro-certificate in Diversity and Inclusion.

Take your intercultural understanding to the next level and build essential skills and practices to create welcoming spaces for all.

In this course, you will:

• Learn how diverse cultures and worldviews, including your own, affect communication and how you can develop skills to navigate cultural differences with more ease and confidence.
• Gain critical communication skills in dialogue with co-learners and facilitators to challenge cultural barriers and build inclusive practices in both local and international settings.
• Strengthen your intercultural leadership, cultural intelligence, and adaptation skills in diverse cultural contexts working with individuals, in collaboration, and within systems.
• Find out how power imbalances can impact interactions and discover practical tools to reduce misunderstandings and strengthen inclusivity within the workplace and community.