Cross-Cultural Communication and Global Teams
As teams span borders and time zones, cultural fluency becomes a core competency. Participants learn to recognise cultural differences in communication, avoid common misunderstandings, and collaborate across diverse groups.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Recognising how culture shapes directness, hierarchy and time
- 02Avoiding assumptions that quietly damage cross-cultural trust
- 03Adapting written and spoken messages for international audiences
- 04Collaborating effectively across time zones and language gaps
- 05Resolving misunderstandings rooted in cultural difference
- 06Building inclusive habits into meetings and team routines
- 07Using interpreters and translated material without losing meaning
What you will gain
- Recognise how culture shapes communication norms
- Avoid assumptions that damage cross-cultural trust
- Adapt messages for international audiences
- Work effectively across time zones and languages
- Resolve misunderstandings rooted in cultural difference
- Build inclusive practices into team routines
Who should attend
- Members of multinational teams
- Managers of geographically dispersed staff
- Staff working with international clients
- HR and diversity practitioners
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 to 4 Nov 2026 | Dubai | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 24 to 26 Nov 2026 | Pretoria | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 7 to 9 Dec 2026 | Durban | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 11 to 13 Jan 2027 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 22 to 24 Feb 2027 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 26 to 28 Apr 2027 | London | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 28 to 30 Jun 2027 | Dubai | 3 Days | US$1,500 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
Enquire about this course
Register your team or ask for a tailored in-house quote. We reply within one working day.
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- R13,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 3 Days
- Field
- Communication & Soft Skills
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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