COM-2230 Intercultural Communication

Credits 3
This course examines the intricacies of intercultural and cross-cultural communication. Through an exploration regarding high and low context cultures, an examination of identity management and perception, investigating the common assumptions regarding intercultural and cross-cultural communication, and the potential barriers within this form of communication, students become aware of the nuances one needs to consider when communicating within this context.

Prerequisite(s): COM-1010, COM-1090, COM-1110 with a grade of C or higher.

Formerly SPH-2230

Course Outcomes
1. Relate intercultural and cross-cultural communication concepts and theories

2. Explain high-context culture and low-context culture regarding intercultural and cross-cultural communication

3. Demonstrate identity management in both an intercultural and cross-cultural communication context

4. Describe the role of perception in both an intercultural and cross-cultural communication context

5. Differentiate the similarities and differences in both verbal and non-verbal communication in both an intercultural and cross-cultural communication context

6. Identify assumptions, values, and beliefs that impact intercultural and cross-cultural communication

7. Describe barriers to cultural communication competence in both an intercultural and cross-cultural communication context