Intercultural competence China, India, Japan & Co.

Understanding culture: Asia at a glance 

• Central values and ways of thinking in China, Japan and other Asian cultures. 
• Cultural differences within Asia. 
• Intercultural comparison of self-image and image of others. 
• Collectivism, hierarchy and an understanding of status. 
• The role of hierarchy and status in everyday (professional) life. 

Asians and Germans in comparison 

• Direct vs. indirect communication: clear statements vs. diplomatic hints. 
• Understanding of time: adherence to deadlines, deadlines and flexibility. 
• Learning and thinking styles: memorization vs. transfer thinking. 

Business etiquette - the dos and don'ts 

• Greetings, gifts, colors and cultural taboos. 
• Conversations, small talk and body language. 
• Figurative language: Speeches in pictures in China and Japan. 
• Typical strategies of Asian business culture. 

Communication with Asian business partners 

• Presentations to Asian audiences. 
• Negotiation and discussion techniques. 
• Interpreting what is said correctly: Translation and cultural interpretation. 
• Recognize conflicts early, avoid them and de-escalate them. 

Discussion of own practical cases and projects