Introduction to Intercultural Competence provides an overview of
theories and approaches related to communicating within and across different cultural
communities. The course addresses the complexity behind the concept of
“culture” and guides students through greater awareness of their own culture(s)
as they prepare to engage successfully with others. Students will examine
and critically analyze various frameworks related to the development, training
and assessment of intercultural competence and consider how identity and power
impact both intra- and intercultural communication.