- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Students will cultivate intercultural competence through reflection and application of core concepts and ideas. They will develop cultural self-awareness and attitudes necessary to study and work in a dynamic and culturally diverse setting abroad. Students will review different communication styles and the influence of societal values and norms. They will use the “Something's Up" method to analyze instances of intercultural misunderstanding and miscommunication and adapt behavior in these situations.
Prerequisite(s)
Credits
1.0
Domestic fees
$91.30
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Identify and describe the influence of culture on social and personal values, norms and communication styles.
- Describe how differences in values, norms and communication styles can lead to intercultural miscommunication or misunderstanding.
- Describe the role of history and power in influencing the context surrounding intercultural interactions.
- Apply insights from cultural models to analyze and adjust personal approaches to intercultural situations.
Effective as of Fall 2022
Related Programs
Intercultural Skills (XSMP 3020) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
BCIT International
- Student Mobility Preparedness
Microcredential Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below is one offering of XSMP 3020 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 50493
Dates
Tue Nov 05 - Tue Nov 26
- 4 weeks
- CRN 50493
- Domestic fees $91.30
Status
Cancelled
This course offering has been cancelled. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 05 - Nov 26 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Winter 2025
Below is one offering of XSMP 3020 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 90773
Dates
Tue Feb 04 - Tue Feb 25
- 4 weeks
- CRN 90773
- Domestic fees $91.30
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 04 - Feb 25 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.