CMST 280 Intercultural Communication

5 credits

This course examines the relationship between culture and various aspects of the communication process. Students explore their own cultural identity, bias, and worldview. Students practice skills that contribute to intercultural competence in a variety of contexts.

Prerequisites: ENGL 99 (or placement into ENGL& 101 or higher)

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Define culture and co-culture and explain their elements and their impact on communication
Define ethnocentrism and bias and explain their influence on perception of self and others
Identify and critically analyze one’s own cultural identities, worldview, and communication styles and how they influence thinking and behavior
Describe characteristics and challenges of intercultural communication in interpersonal, group, and international settings
Develop effective communication skills for personal and professional intercultural situations
Demonstrate cultural awareness and the ability to communicate effectively with sensitivity in intercultural settings

Total Hours: 50 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 50