TY - BOOK AU - Janssen,Patrick T.H.M. TI - Intercultural competences SN - 9781003022411 AV - HM793 U1 - 303.48/2 23 PY - 2019/// CY - Utrecht, Netherlands PB - Noordhoff Uitgevers KW - Cultural competence KW - Intercultural communication N1 - Part 1: What is culture? 1. Dynamic definition of culture 2. Where does culture come from? 3. Cultural identity Part 2: Acquiring knowledge: the science behind culture 4. Measuring cultural differences 5. Working with the Model of Geert Hofstede 6. Working with the model of Richard Lewis Part 3: Learning competences: intercultural communication 7. Cultural aspects of communication 8. Effective communication with other cultures 9. Recognizing hidden cultural communication 10. Dealing with cultural conflicts N2 - In a multicultural environment, having intercultural competences is the most important determining factor between success and failure. This concise book introduces the topic for students and scholars. Building upon an accessible understanding of cultural differences, the author provides various models for understanding and framing culture. Theory is linked to practice by examining how to deal with intercultural conflicts via practical examples and advice. Students striving to perform well in intercultural environments, will benefit from reading this book which helps them convert models and cultural knowledge into practical skills UR - https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/9781003022411 UR - http://www.oclc.org/content/dam/oclc/forms/terms/vbrl-201703.pdf ER -