Intercultural Communication and Business

Term Paper # 111458

Communication > Interpersonal

A look at the problems occurring when confronted with intercultural communication in a business environment.

1,855 words () | 6 sources | APA | 2008

Paper Summary:

This paper discusses the barriers to intercultural communication especially in multi-ethnic companies or in companies employing foreigners. The paper discusses the barriers to intercultural communication and how to overcome these barriers. The focus of the paper is on the global market, companies, races and individuals who have to interact constantly with other individuals or companies from other cultures with different beliefs, values, norms, languages, or traditions. The paper also defines the differences in several cultures and provides hints as to how to avoid any unpleasant situation that may occur due to cultural incompetence.

From the Paper:

"As Woody Allen once said, "I'm astounded by people who want to know the universe when it's hard enough to find your way around Chinatown". Since people interact daily with each other in the interest of successful business there are high chances that cultural barriers like stereotyping will become a history one day. The advantages of these relationships are not only seen in business, but also in medicine, science or education as well. Even though people are unique and their cultural beliefs set them apart we all are humans with the same interest and basic beliefs. Therefore, overcoming crisis is what brings all cultures together".

Sample of Sources Used:

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Salacuse, Jeswald. (2004). The top ten ways that culture can affect your negotiation. Ivey Business Journal Online. Retrieved October 17, 2008, from ProQuest Research Library database.

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