Name: TOP LOC HR 0008 Cultural Differences and Intercultural Communication
Start: 2026-05-12
End: 2026-05-13
Location: Instructor Leader Led/ILL

The objective of this training is to enhance participants' understanding of cultural differences and their impact on communication.

Develop intercultural competence to improve collaboration in diverse environments.
Provide practical tools to navigate cultural challenges in personal and professional settings.
Foster empathy, adaptability, and effective communication across cultures.

Target Group

Managers, business leaders, consultants, HR managers, Individuals seeking self-improvement.

Requirements

No prior experience needed.

Your Benefits

Trainees who complete the course will have a common understanding and situational awareness for cultural differences, recognize key cultural dimensions.

Methods

Instructor Leader Led/ILL: Physical classroom environment

Remote Leader Led/RLL: Virtual classroom environment

Hybrid: ILL or RLL. You can attend the course on-site or remotely.

Equipment and Setup Requirements for Remote Leader Led Training:

Equipment to participate in a video conference e.g. headset.
1x PC or laptop with 2x screens / 2x PC or laptops
Further information will be provided prior to the start of the course.

Key Features

Definitions: Culture, intercultural vs. cross-cultural communication.
Why intercultural competence matters in global workplaces.
Activity: Icebreaker – Participants share a cultural misunderstanding they’ve experienced.
Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions (Power Distance, Individualism vs. Collectivism, etc.).
Trompenaars’ Model (Universalist vs. Particularist, Neutral vs. Emotional cultures).
Leadership styles: Hierarchical vs. egalitarian cultures.
Time perception: Monochronic (North-American and Northern and Central European) vs. Polychronic (Mediterranean, South-American, African, and Asian).
Feedback styles: Direct vs. Indirect.
The D.I.V.E. model (Describe, Interpret, Verify, Evaluate).
Creating inclusive environments.
Activity: Group discussion – "How would you handle this scenario?" (Real-world examples).

Events

Date and Venue	Net	Price incl. 0% VAT
27.01.2026 - 28.01.2026 Instructor Leader Led/ILL	610,00 EUR	610,00 EUR
10.03.2026 - 11.03.2026 Instructor Leader Led/ILL	610,00 EUR	610,00 EUR
12.05.2026 - 13.05.2026 Instructor Leader Led/ILL	610,00 EUR	610,00 EUR