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Unlock Global Opportunities with Our Workplace Intercultural Competence Certificate
In today's interconnected world, intercultural competence is a vital skill. Our Undergraduate Certificate in Workplace Intercultural Competence equips you with the essential knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to thrive in today’s diverse and interconnected environments.
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Learn about cultural dynamics, communication strategies and conflict resolution.
- Practical Experience: Engage in real-world projects and case studies.
- Career Advancement: Enhance your resume and stand out in the global job market.
This program focuses on effective communication with individuals from various languages, cultures and backgrounds. The curriculum covers key theories of intercultural communication, the challenges of second-language acquisition and practical strategies for navigating cultural differences. By fostering cultural fluency, you'll gain valuable insights applicable in personal, academic and professional contexts.
Enroll now to start your journey towards becoming a global professional.
Program Requirements:
To earn the certificate, students must complete a total of 14 credit hours, distributed as follows:
- FLGC 1150 Global Fluency and Awareness (3 credits)
- FLGC 3150 Global Fluency for the Workplace (1 credit) - This course serves as the capstone for the certificate.
- FLXX 1020 or higher (2 credits) - The second course in any language sequence.
- Approved Study Abroad or International Internship Experience (3 credits) - Students unable to participate in an abroad or internship experience may petition the program director to fulfill this requirement with an additional approved upper-level course.
- Course (3000-level or higher) in the major/minor (3 credits) - This course should integrate the topics of workplace intercultural competence with the student’s major field of study. Examples include:
- BUSI 3250 (International Business)
- CTCT 3000 (Leadership Skills for Personal and Organizational Development)
- FINC 3100 (Fundamentals of Global Trade)
- HOSP 4500 (Strategic Hospitality Management)
- MKTG 4400 (International Marketing)
- POLI 3100 (Introduction to World Affairs)
Other upper-level courses with an international and professional focus may also be approved by the director. Students are responsible for meeting the prerequisites for any course included in the certificate.
Total Credits: 14
For more information, please contact Associate Professor Jorge Muñoz jjm0001@auburn.edu.