success in international assignments october 10 2014
DESCRIPTION
The “Success in International Assignments” seminar shows you that it is possible to work effectively and confidently despite our cultural differences. The seminar is very practical and gives you a tool for understanding the complexity of our world. At the same time, its highly intellectual content, backed by 30 years of experience and research, will be an additional source of inspiration and imagination for you.TRANSCRIPT
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GOALSThe “Success in International Assignments” seminar shows you that it is possible to work effectively and confidently despite our cultural differences. The seminar is very practical and gives you a tool for understanding the complexity of our world. At the same time, its highly intellectual content, backed by 30 years of experience and research, will be an additional source of inspiration and imagination for you.
DESIGNED FOR + Foreign and expatriate managers based in Russia + Russian managers working for foreign companies, institutions or travelling abroad extensively + Global Country Managers + Spouses accompanying expatriate managers transferred to Russia
OBJECTIVES + Increase your knowledge of and insight into the importance of your own culture in determining your behaviour + Highlight the significance of other cultures’ modus operandi, assumptions, reactions, expectations and
behaviour + Sensitise you to identify and deal with cultural challenges in your day-to-day work + Reinforce the training with multiple methods including cognitive learning, case studies and lively, intercultural
discussions + Introduce you to a ‘tool’, Hofstede’s 6-D model, to optimise daily working practices in an intercultural context
AFTER THE COURSE YOU WILL + Anticipate and react appropriately to culturally sensitive situations + Understand the reasons behind potential conflicts in which culture is involved + Utilise the 6-D model by combining the dimensions to enhance your cultural competence + Be mindful of your own culture and the effect it has on your daily work practices and understanding
OUTCOMESThe interactive and practical nature of the seminar means that the participants will be able to immediately apply their skills to increase their efficiency and competence when working in international teams.
SUCCESS IN INTERNATIONAL ASSIGNMENTS
DURATION LOCATION
10OCTOBER
DATE
1DAY
MOSCOW
HOTEL METROPOL
1000
EUROS
PRICE
1
LEVEL
NO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE
ITIM INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR
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Introduction into cultureHow do we perceive the world? How do others?
Cultural SurveyThe participants analyse their own cultural profile and get a better understanding of the meaning of cultural values
Cultural framework 2An interactive presentation with many concrete and practical examples of the implications of culture in the daily work life
Perception ExerciseParticipants reflect on their own observa-tions and take first steps to transfer the framework
Reflections and Actions Summary and evaluation
Lunch + Discussion with your consultant
PROGRAMME OF YOUR DAY
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Cultural framework 1Six cultural dimensions and their implications on business behaviour
Exercise Intercultural Awareness Workshop
YOUR ITIM INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANTAll of our consultants, who facilitate the seminars, have extensive first-hand experience of living and working abroad. They have worked in international management positions, have led negotiations with foreign delegations or have taught at educational institutes abroad. Continued learning and sharing of experiences means they are all equipped with global knowledge and local insights. They combine their practical wisdom and business experience with a passion for the creativity of cultural differences.
JANA DROESSLER Jana Droessler, your itim consultant for this course, has many years of international experience gained by working for foreign companies and living outside of her home country. Her area of expertise lays with European countries and Russia, where she currently lives and has her professional hub. She is enjoys working with people and spreading the knowledge that leads to increased effectiveness and better cross cultural communication.
INVESTMENT 1-day programme includes: course binder and 6-D pocket guide (distributed exclusively during itim seminars), program facilitation, lunch and coffee breaks. VAT is not included and will be charged separately when applicable.
In order to provide the best learning experience, we guarantee that the maximum number of the participants will be limited to 10 per consultant. Participants will be registered once the payments for the seminar are received. As the number of participants is limited, the selection is made on a first come, first served basis. Applications are closed one week prior the date of the seminar.
CANCELLATION POLICYIf the seminar is cancelled or postponed from our side, you may attend other seminars or be fully reimbursed. If you are unable to attend the seminar once you have already confirmed your participation, we guarantee to either reimburse or postpone your participation on the condition of written notice received no later than one week prior to the seminar.
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