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Defining Cross-Cultural Leadership
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Advanced Provider : Kiesha Moodie 6 Lessons · 18m in Arabic, German, English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese
Course Description
This course provides an in-depth exploration of the strategies and fundamentals of cross-cultural leadership. You will learn to work with different cultures, understand what constitutes cross-cultural leadership, and build your own cross-cultural competence. You’ll also learn to develop your ability to build cross-cultural competence while accommodating differences in strategic planning.
What You'll Learn
- Work effectively with different cultures within a single work environment
- Describe what constitutes cross-cultural leadership
- Apply strategies for building cross-cultural competence
- Recognize the impact of cultural differences in strategic planning
- Identify and accommodate biases and cultural distinctions in workplace decisions
- Lead teams effectively across diverse backgrounds
Key Takeaways
- The modern business landscape is globalized, with people from many countries and cultures working together in-person or remotely.
- Leaders need the skills to navigate cultural differences in order to best leverage their employees' skills.
- Building cross-cultural competence is central to leading diverse teams effectively.
- Cultural differences have an impact on strategic planning and should be accommodated.
- Identifying and accommodating biases and cultural distinctions supports better workplace decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this course for?
It is designed for leaders who work, or expect to work, in globalized environments where people from many countries and cultures collaborate in-person or remotely, and who want the skills to navigate cultural differences within their company.
What does this course cover?
It provides an in-depth exploration of the strategies and fundamentals of cross-cultural leadership, including working with different cultures in one work setting, what constitutes cross-cultural leadership, building cross-cultural competence, and accommodating differences in strategic planning.
What skills will I gain?
You will build skills in leadership development, cross-cultural studies, cross-functional team leadership, cultural competency, global leadership, and leadership analysis.
How is the course structured?
The course is organized into lessons covering an Introduction, Different Cultures in One Work Setting, What Constitutes Cross-Cultural Leadership, Building Cross-Cultural Competence, Accommodating Difference in Strategic Planning, and a Test Your Knowledge section.
