Contents
China, Japan & Co.: History and culture
- What characterizes Asian culture?
- Differences within Asia.
- External and self-perception.
Asians and Germans in comparison
- The straight path of the Germans.
- The winding path of the Asians.
- The importance of hierarchy and status in Asia.
- Memorization vs. transfer thinking.
- Individuality vs. collectivism.
- Dealing with time - meeting deadlines and schedules.
Business etiquette - the dos and don'ts
- The correct greeting.
- Food and drink.
- Tips for successful small talk.
- Colors and their meaning.
- Gifts suitable for corporate compliance.
Communication with Asian business partners
- Successful discussions.
- Non-verbal communication.
- Translation and interpretation - what is said and how is it really meant.
- Speeches in pictures: The Chinese/Japanese visual language.
- Recognize, defuse and avoid conflicts.
- Lectures and presentations to Asian business partners.
- Negotiations with Asians.
- Typical moves of Asian business culture.
Discussion of own practical cases and projects
Learning environment
In your online learning environment, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services for this qualification measure after you have registered.
Your benefit
- You will gain a better understanding of the background to thinking and acting in Asian cultures and learn about the special features that are essential for your business success.
- You communicate purposefully and skillfully with partners from the Asian region.
- You will learn how to conduct successful negotiations with Asians.
- You will receive important tips and concrete advice for difficult situations in everyday business life.
- You will learn to weigh up the opportunities and risks for your business projects in Asia.
- You will receive concrete solutions for your practical cases.
Methods
Multimedia inputs, trainer presentation, practical examples, experience reports and exchange, group work, practical exercises.
Recommended for
Specialists and managers, office and field staff as well as all employees who have contact with Asian business partners or are preparing for foreign assignments.
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Attendees comments
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Learning and shaping a sustainable future
Resolving conflicts with less stress and recognizing needs and motives are future skills that you will learn in this training , among others. According to our partner, the Inner Development Goals Initiative (IDGs), you will also be contributing to a sustainable future. The IDGs have scientifically and globally identified the future skills needed to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). What exactly does that mean? Find out more.
Start dates and details
Monday, 14.07.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday, 15.07.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
The participation fee includes
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.
Wednesday, 03.09.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday, 04.09.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
The participation fee includes
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.
Monday, 15.12.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday, 16.12.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
The participation fee includes
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.
Wednesday, 18.02.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday, 19.02.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
The participation fee includes
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.
The participation fee includes
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.
The participation fee includes
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.