Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to

- recognize how culture and language affect the working dynamics in diverse teams and apply different strategies to work efficiently in diverse teams

- apply intercultural frameworks to understand inclusion in diverse teams

- identify strategies for employees and managers in a multicultural environment to enhance synergy and negotiations

- apply skills and strategies to work efficiently in diverse teams.

Credits: 3

Schedule: 03.03.2021 - 14.04.2021

Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Yoonjoo Cho

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Yoonjoo Cho

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

CEFR level (applies in this implementation):

Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):

English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    This course deepens the students’ knowledge on diversity and inclusion in teamwork and leadership. This course covers topics such as effective teamwork both, team development and leadership skills. The overall aim of this course is to improve the students’ skills to work in diverse teams for projects in the academic and professional context.

Assessment Methods and Criteria
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    - Active participation 25%

    - Individual tasks 20%

    - Team building task 15%

    - Group project 40%

Workload
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    24 h group instruction + 12 h guided online lessons + 45 independent study

DETAILS

Study Material
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Online readings accessed through MyCourses.

Prerequisites
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    LC-0610 Intercultural Communication or the equivalent knowledge.