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

Relate intercultural and cross-cultural communication concepts and theories.
Explain high-context culture and low-context culture regarding intercultural and cross-cultural communication.
Demonstrate identity management in both an intercultural and cross-cultural communication context.
Describe the role of perception in both an intercultural and cross-cultural communication context.
Differentiate the similarities and differences in both verbal and non-verbal communication in both an intercultural and cross-cultural communication context.
Identify assumptions, values, and beliefs that impact intercultural and cross-cultural communication.
Describe barriers to cultural communication competence in both an intercultural and cross-cultural communication context.