COM-2230 Intercultural Communication

Credits 3
This course is the study of intercultural communication. It places intercultural and cross-cultural communication awareness as its central focus. The course is designed to help students develop and practice communication competence during intercultural and cross-cultural interactions.
Prerequisite(s): COM-1010, COM-1050, COM-1090, or COM-1110 with a grade of C or higher.
Formerly SPH-2230
(Not offered summer)

Course Outcomes

Students passing this course will be able to:

Explain intercultural and cross-cultural communication theories
Explore cultural and cross-cultural dimensions in high and low-context cultures
Examine identity management in cultural and cross-cultural settings
Discuss the role of perception in intercultural and cross-cultural settings
Identify similarities and differences in verbal and nonverbal communication and behaviors across cultures
Critique assumptions, values, and beliefs, across cultures
Examine barriers to cultural communication competence