Credits Hours: .00

Course Description:
International business is common, as companies expand and sell on the Internet. This course addresses how to build positive business relationships with other cultures using tools and techniques to help you interpret body language, respect customs, and understand audiences. There are suggestions for recognizing and responding to conflicting priorities, different dress codes, and other details such as the proper etiquette for gift giving in the international business arena.

Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to:

• Communicate with sensitivity.
• Understand the audience.
• Minimize the language barrier.
• Recognize unspoken communication.
• Succeed in business.
• Know the market.
• Build business relationships.
• Take account of cultural expectations.
• Conduct effective meetings.
• Deal with diverse negotiating styles.
• Socialize with confidence.
• Fit in with social customs.
• Celebrate special days.