Intercultural Sensitization

intercultural Sensitization

Training Programs

intercultural Sensitization training

Cultural Awareness

In this intercultural training, we help you become aware of “foreign” cultural values as well as patterns of thought and behaviour that you may encounter in intercultural collaboration. You will practice recognizing these, interpreting them correctly, and dealing with them appropriately. We will introduce the most important cultural models and take a closer look at the concept of culture.

Through targeted exercises on cultural self-perception and perception of others, as well as on cultural dimensions, you will learn to deal with stereotypes in a reflective manner.

You will explore different communication styles, learn about possible causes of intercultural misunderstandings, and practice avoiding conflicts or dealing with them constructively.

To ensure maximum practical relevance, our interactive exercises and case studies focus on the cultural regions most relevant to you.

In this intercultural training, you will strengthen your intercultural competence by testing personal strategies for successful international collaboration.

intercultural Sensitization training

Language and Culture Training

Successful international collaboration requires more than language proficiency alone. Employees working across borders must also understand cultural differences, communication styles, business practices, and expectations to build effective relationships and avoid misunderstandings.

Language and culture are closely connected. Even when speaking the same language, cultural differences can influence communication, decision-making, teamwork, and leadership. Organizations that invest in intercultural and language development are better equipped to collaborate successfully in global business environments.

In this training, participants improve their language skills while developing a deeper understanding of cultural values, communication preferences, and workplace norms. They learn practical strategies for navigating intercultural situations, communicating with greater confidence, and building productive relationships across cultures.

Through interactive exercises, real-world business scenarios, and practical application, participants gain the skills needed to communicate effectively and work successfully in international and multicultural environments.

intercultural Sensitization training

 International Onboarding

A successful international onboarding process is essential for helping new employees integrate quickly, build confidence, and become productive members of the organization. For international hires, adapting to a new workplace culture, communication style, and business environment can present additional challenges.

Organizations that support employees during this transition benefit from higher engagement, stronger collaboration, and faster integration into teams. Effective onboarding helps international employees understand organizational values, workplace expectations, communication practices, and cultural norms from the very beginning.

In this training, participants gain practical insights into cultural differences, workplace expectations, and effective communication strategies within an international context. They learn how to navigate new environments, build professional relationships, and contribute successfully in multicultural teams.

Through interactive exercises, practical examples, and real-life scenarios, participants develop the intercultural awareness and communication skills needed to adapt quickly and perform confidently in their new role and organizational environment.

intercultural Sensitization training

Intercultural Training for Production Professionals and Leaders

Production environments are becoming increasingly international. Employees and managers from different cultural backgrounds work together on the shop floor, in operational teams, and across locations. While diversity can be a significant strength, cultural differences in communication, teamwork, decision-making, and leadership can also lead to misunderstandings and inefficiencies.

Successful collaboration in production settings requires clear communication, mutual understanding, and the ability to work effectively across cultural boundaries. Leaders and employees who understand cultural differences are better equipped to build trust, improve cooperation, and create a positive and productive working environment.

In this training, participants explore how culture influences workplace behavior, communication styles, teamwork, and leadership expectations within production environments. They gain practical tools for navigating intercultural situations, resolving misunderstandings, and strengthening collaboration in diverse teams.

Through interactive exercises, practical examples, and industry-related case studies, participants develop the intercultural competencies needed to foster effective teamwork, increase operational efficiency, and support successful collaboration in international production environments.

intercultural training

Preparing for Assignments Abroad

Thorough preparation for both your professional and personal life in the host country makes it easier for you to “settle in” to the new cultural environment. And this certainly has a positive impact on the assignment process. Whether you are planning an assignment to Asia, Europe, Africa, or the Americas—in our intercultural training programs for expatriates and impatriates, we prepare you and, if required, your family individually for your upcoming stay abroad or your stay in Germany.

The goal of this intercultural training is to ease your transition into your new living and working environment. You will gain insight into the culture and history of the host country, become aware of the prevailing mindsets and social norms of the people living there, learn to cope with emotional challenges and demanding communicative situations and receive useful recommendations for action.

The training focuses on the specific working context you will operate in. If your partner or all family members are travelling with you, part of the intercultural training will be done together. This module addresses topics related to everyday life and family life in the host country. After all, an assignment can only be truly successful if the entire family settles in quickly, makes new acquaintances and friends, and feels at home.

The intercultural training for assignment preparation is tailored to your specific needs in terms of content and methodology.

Our intercultural experts prepare you for assignments in:

A Algeria, Angola, Argentina, Australia, Austria B Bangladesh, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria C Cameroon, Canada, Chile, China, Croatia, Czech Republic D Denmark E Egypt, Estonia F Finland, France G Germany, Ghana, Greece H Hungary I India, Indonesia, Iran, Ireland, Israel, Italy J Japan K Kenya, Kuwait L Latvia, Lebanon, Libya, Lithuania, Luxembourg M Malaysia, Mexico, Montenegro, Morocco N The Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway O Oman P Pakistan, Philippines, Poland, Portugal Q Qatar R Romania, Russia S Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland T Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkey U  UK, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, USA V Vietnam

CHRISTINA HERBST

Senior Advisor Intercultural Training

christina.herbst@avrami.com
+49 (0) 151 61 65 53 75