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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Intercultural Communicative Competence II
Module Code	LC220
School	SALIS
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NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

To build on students theoretical knowledge of intercultural communication theory. To equip students with information, understanding and communication skills relevant to the experience of working in an intercultural environment, both abroad and within their home culture.

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate and understanding of the role of cultural diversity in international communication.
2. Explain how the basic theories and concepts of intercultural communication apply within the business context.
3. Apply practical communicative skills and strategies for negotiating / managing in an intercultural business environment.
4. Use the appropriate language, register, non-verbal behaviour and approach to interpersonal communication in the specific cultures they are specialising in.

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	24	Contact hours
Independent learning	101	No Description
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

General and culture specific theories of intercultural communication applied to intercultural business contexts, negotiations and management..

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Oral presentations	Presentations on Intercultural Communication Strategies	50%	Week 8
Group presentation	Role Play	50%	Week 12

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Other Resources

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Programme or List of Programmes

BSSA

Study Abroad (DCU Business School)

BSSAO

Study Abroad (DCU Business School)

EBF

BA in Global Business (France)

EBG