Cultural intelligence (CQ) is a critical skill in today’s interconnected world. It enables us to recognize, understand, and adapt to different cultural perspectives, enhancing communication and collaboration among diverse teams. In multicultural workplaces, cultivating CQ is essential for ensuring all team members feel valued, included, and respected. This course aims to introduce the concept of CQ and provide strategies to foster an inclusive, efficient, and productive workplace environment.
Course Quick Facts:
- Duration: 7 minutes
- Downloadable Handout: Yes
- Series Title: Thriving Through Emotional Intelligence
Learning Objectives:
- Define and understand the Importance of Cultural Intelligence (CQ);
- Recognize the significance of CQ in multicultural workplaces and its correlation with effective communication;
- Discuss the implications of cultural dimensions like power distance and uncertainty avoidance in workplace interactions;
