Management Fundamentals 5th Edition by Robert Lussier

Exercise 6

Objective
To develop your awareness of cultural diversity.
Skills
The primary skills developed through this exercise are:
1. Management skill - interpersonal
2. AACSB competency - multicultural and diversity understanding
3. Management function - leading
Procedure 1 (4-6 minutes)
You and your classmates will share your international experience and nationalities. Start with people who have lived in another country, then move to those who have visited another country, and follow with discussion of nationality (e.g., I am half French and Irish but have never been to either country). The instructor or a recorder will write the countries on the board until several countries/nationalities are listed or the time is up.
Procedure 2 (10-30 minutes)
You and your classmates will share your knowledge of cultural differences between the country in which the course is being taught and those listed on the board. This is a good opportunity for international students and those who have visited other countries to share their experiences. For example, in Spain most people have a two-hour lunch break and go home for a big meal and may take a nap. In Japan, people expect to receive and give gifts. You may also discuss cultural differences within the country.
Apply It
What did I learn from this experience? How will I use this knowledge in the future?
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