The course "Cross-Cultural Communications in Business Environment" aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for effectively managing communication across diverse cultural contexts, particularly in international commerce. The curriculum covers foundational theories of cross-cultural communication, explores how cultural differences impact business operations, and examines strategies to reduce misunderstandings in multinational environments. Special emphasis is placed on understanding business etiquette, negotiation tactics, leadership styles, and decision-making processes in various cultural settings, with a focus on interactions between China and Russia.
By analyzing real-world business cases, participating in simulations, and studying cultural dimensions, students will gain insights into how cultural values influence communication in international business.
This course prepares them to work successfully within multicultural teams and fosters effective international business partnerships.
Bachelor's
Degree
Chinese
Language
4 years
Duration
Department:
Baikal School of BRICS
About the program
Learning outcomes
- Understand Key Concepts in Cross-Cultural Communication;
- Gain Practical Insights into Business Etiquette in China and Russia;
- Understand Key Concepts in Cross-Cultural Communication;
- Develop Effective Cross-Cultural Communication Strategies.
Career opportunities
- International Business Manager. Be responsible for overseeing business operations in different countries, managing global teams, and ensuring smooth communication across cultural boundaries;
- Global Marketing Specialist. Develop marketing strategies tailored to diverse cultural markets, creating campaigns that resonate with local audiences while maintaining a global brand identity;
- Diplomatic or Governmental Advisor. Advise on international relations, cultural diplomacy, and foreign policy, particularly in contexts where cultural sensitivity is crucial for negotiations and alliances;
- Cross-Cultural Consultant. Provide expert advice to multinational corporations on how to navigate cultural differences in business practices, negotiations, and leadership to ensure global success
and many other career opportunities at international business
- Global Marketing Specialist. Develop marketing strategies tailored to diverse cultural markets, creating campaigns that resonate with local audiences while maintaining a global brand identity;
- Diplomatic or Governmental Advisor. Advise on international relations, cultural diplomacy, and foreign policy, particularly in contexts where cultural sensitivity is crucial for negotiations and alliances;
- Cross-Cultural Consultant. Provide expert advice to multinational corporations on how to navigate cultural differences in business practices, negotiations, and leadership to ensure global success
and many other career opportunities at international business
Curriculum
1 semester
1 year
2 semester
1 year
General LinguisticsIntroduction to SpecialtySoftware and ComputingHistory of RussiaSecond Foreign LanguageFirst foreign languageBasics of Inclusive InteractionBasics of Business CommunicationEthics in Business CommunicationPsychology in BusinessKettlebell LiftingSport GamesMilitary-applied Physical TrainingAdapted Physical EducationHealth-Improving Physical EducationAerobicsSport DanceBoxingPowerliftingGeneral Physical Training
3 semester
2 year
Second Foreign LanguageFirst foreign languageKettlebell LiftingSport GamesMilitary-applied Physical TrainingAdapted Physical EducationHealth-Improving Physical EducationAerobicsSport DanceBoxingPowerliftingGeneral Physical TrainingCritical ThinkingLexicologyManagementTheoretical GrammarLinguistic and Regional StudiesInformation Support for Professional Purposes
4 semester
2 year
Second Foreign LanguageFirst foreign languageKettlebell LiftingSport GamesMilitary-applied Physical TrainingAdapted Physical EducationHealth-Improving Physical EducationAerobicsSport DanceBoxingPowerliftingGeneral Physical TrainingTheoretical GrammarLinguistic and Regional StudiesInformation Support for Professional PurposesCross-Cultural ManagementCross-Cultural CommunicationIntroduction to Project DevelopmentEnglish pronunciation special course
5 semester
3 year
Basics of LawCross-cultural Communication in Business Communication ParadigmStylisticsAcademic WritingTranslation and Interpreting Theory and PracticeContemporary Methods in the HumanitiesPractical course for professional communication (Second foreign language)Practical course for professional communication (First foreign language)Project Development Practicum
6 semester
3 year
Academic WritingTranslation and Interpreting Theory and PracticeContemporary Methods in the HumanitiesPractical course for professional communication (Second foreign language)Practical course for professional communication (First foreign language)Project Development PracticumIntroduction to BusinessMnemonicsLegal Interpreting and TranslationEconomic Interpreting and Translation
7 semester
4 year
Practical course for professional communication (Second foreign language)Practical course for professional communication (First foreign language)Project Development PracticumLegal Interpreting and TranslationEconomic Interpreting and TranslationWritten Translation of Special TextsInternational Projects ManagementCommucation in BusinessLiterary Text AnalysisBusiness Text Analysis
8 semester
4 year
Teaching staff
Fees and funding
Entrance exams
Chinese language;
A statement of purpose (an essay).
A statement of purpose (an essay).
Contact us
Phone
+7 (395) 240-52-15
Mail
admission@istu.edu
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