Intercultural Communication and Collaboration
Onsite 2-day Workshop at The University For Peace, a United Nations-established Institution
August TBD 2024, 9 am – 4.30 pm each day
Intercultural Communication and Collaboration
Onsite 2-day Workshop at The University For Peace, a United Nations-established Institution
August 4-5, 2023, 9 am – 4.30 pm each day
“We have the ability to achieve, if we master the necessary goodwill, a common global society blessed with a shared culture of peace that is nourished by the ethnic, national and local diversities that enrich our lives.” – Mahnaz Afkhami
“We have the ability to achieve, if we master the necessary goodwill, a common global society blessed with a shared culture of peace that is nourished by the ethnic, national and local diversities that enrich our lives.” – Mahnaz Afkhami
Today we live in a globalized world, surrounded by complex situations that require effective intercultural communication.
In this workshop, participants will learn to question the assumptions we make, identify attitudes and aptitudes that foster collaboration, and learn how to apply these skills to create a culture of positive communication and collaboration.
Who should take this course?
This course is for anyone who wants to build strong personal and professional relationships, as well as:
o Individuals who want to develop their communication skills
o Individuals who want to deepen their understanding of intercultural communication
o Professionals who work in international organizations or with multicultural environments
o Professionals on multidisciplinary teams
ONSITE FORMAT
The course is designed to be a practical and hands-on workshop, allowing space for sharing and peer-to-peer learning. Spanning two full days on campus, we'll cover a variety of introspective activities, theory, and small group application.
WE'LL COVER:
1. The role of cross-cultural communication
2. How to identify ethnocentric attitudes
3. Listening skills and techniques
4. The impact of verbal and non-verbal communication
5. The ABC model of communication and relationship development
What to expect: course skills and benefits
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Communication Tools
Explore the impact of verbal and nonverbal communication on teambuilding.
Identify
Identify ethnocentric attitudes and the role of culture and cultural values at work.
The ABC Model
Use the ABC model to build relationships, collaboration, and communication skills.
Listening Skills
Develop empathetic listening skills for improved intercultural communication.
Feedback
Get personalized feedback from your instructor to apply what you’re learning in your own life.
Certificate
Get a certificate from the Centre for Executive Education at the University for Peace, established by the United Nations.
Dynamic Learning
Expect an engaging, dynamic experience that replicates the interaction of face-to-face sessions.
Network
Network with a group of international leaders across all sectors during the workshop and beyond.
Communication Tools
Explore the impact of verbal and nonverbal communication in co-worker teambuilding.
Identification Techniques
Identify ethnocentric attitudes and the role of culture and cultural values at work.
The ABC Model
Use the ABC model to build relationships, collaboration, and communication skills.
Listening Skills
Develop skills in empathetic listening for improved intercultural communication.
Feedback
Get personalized feedback from your instructor to apply what you’re learning in your own life.
Certificate
Get a certificate from the Centre for Executive Education at the University for Peace, established by the United Nations.
Dynamic Learning
Expect an engaging, dynamic experience that replicates the interaction of face-to-face sessions.
Network
Network with a group of international leaders across all sectors during the workshop and beyond.
Luis has a Master’s degree in Management of Natural Resources from INCAE, a postgraduate in business, and a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics from the University of Costa Rica. He is also an instructor in “Transformational Leadership”, “Intercultural Communication and Mutualism”, “Circular Economy”, “Nonprofit-Management”, “Quality Management”, “Project Design” and “Evaluation of Socio-Economic Projects”. He is the director of the master’s program in Environmental Leadership and Management at the University for International Cooperation, UCI, where he integrates leadership with regenerative action. He was the Executive Director of a non-governmental organization for 18 years in the indigenous territories of Costa Rica. He has more than 25 years of experience in the entire life cycle of socio-environmental projects. He has experience in projects in Colombia, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Peru. He has been an entrepreneur in the industries of jewelry, gluten-free products, and natural honey in Costa Rica. Luis is the father of four youths. He likes cooking (in development), walking, and biking. He also dedicates service time to community development activities.
This 2-day workshop will take place on August TBD, 2024, from 9-4:30 each day.
$895 tuition rate. Certificate awarded upon completion by the Centre for Executive Education at the University for Peace, established by the General Assembly of the United Nations.
Enroll with someone else and each will receive a 10% discount.
Have a question? Contact us at centre@upeace.org , or visit our Frequently Asked Questions section.
