The first task of this paper is about exploring the importance and impact of non-verbal communication in the Chinese culture with reference to expert communication models and cultural value systems. Second, the hallmarks of Muslim culture and identity are discussed, reflecting on areas of consensus as well as areas of potential conflict with European behaviours and traditions. Third, it's about the pro and contra impact of the adoption of an English corporate language strategy by multinational companies.
Table of Contents
- Explore the importance and impact of non-verbal communication in the Chinese culture with reference to expert communication models and cultural value systems.
- Discuss hallmarks of Muslim culture and identity, reflecting on areas of consensus as well as areas of potential conflict with European behaviours and traditions.
- Discuss the pro & contra impact of the adoption of an English corporate language strategy by multinational companies.
- Explore the importance and impact of non-verbal communication in the Chinese culture with reference to expert communication models and cultural value systems.
Objectives and Key Themes
This coursework dossier aims to explore the influence of culture on communication, particularly focusing on the nuances of non-verbal communication in different cultural contexts. It examines how cultural values and norms shape communication styles and practices, emphasizing the importance of cultural sensitivity and understanding for effective intercultural communication.
- The impact of cultural values on communication styles.
- The significance of non-verbal communication in different cultures.
- The differences between high-context and low-context cultures.
- The importance of cultural sensitivity and awareness in intercultural communication.
- The challenges and opportunities presented by the adoption of an English corporate language strategy.
Chapter Summaries
The first chapter delves into the multifaceted concept of culture, highlighting the importance of understanding cultural values in shaping communication. It differentiates between verbal and non-verbal communication, emphasizing the potential for misunderstandings due to cultural variations. The chapter then focuses on the Chinese culture as a contrasting example to European norms, particularly examining the handling of criticism and conflict resolution within the Chinese context. The chapter concludes by introducing the concepts of high-context and low-context cultures, drawing on Edward T. Hall's theory to illustrate the differences in communication styles and strategies.
Keywords
The key terms and concepts explored in this coursework dossier include cultural values, non-verbal communication, intercultural communication, high-context and low-context cultures, cultural sensitivity, and the adoption of an English corporate language strategy. The analysis draws upon expert communication models and cultural value systems to understand the impact of cultural differences on communication practices, particularly focusing on the Chinese culture as a contrasting example to European norms.
- Arbeit zitieren
- Anonym (Autor:in), 2022, The importance of non-verbal communication in the Chinese culture, hallmarks of Muslim culture and areas of conflict with European behaviours, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/1319031
