Understanding Russians: Contexts of Intercultural Communication
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Approx. 32 hours to complete
Course Summary
This course is designed to help you improve your intercultural communication skills when interacting with Russians. It covers key topics such as cultural values, beliefs, and communication styles.Key Learning Points
- Develop a deeper understanding of Russian culture and communication norms
- Learn strategies for effective cross-cultural communication with Russians
- Gain practical skills for building relationships with Russian counterparts
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- International Business Manager
- USA: $95,000
- India: ₹ 10,00,000
- Spain: € 70,000
- Diplomat/Foreign Service Officer
- USA: $70,000
- India: ₹ 12,00,000
- Spain: € 50,000
- International Relations Specialist
- USA: $60,000
- India: ₹ 7,50,000
- Spain: € 40,000
Related Topics for further study
- Intercultural communication
- Cultural values
- Communication styles
- Russian culture
- Cross-cultural communication
Learning Outcomes
- Develop intercultural communication skills for effective communication with Russians
- Gain a deeper understanding of Russian culture and communication norms
- Build stronger relationships with Russian counterparts
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- No prior knowledge of Russian language or culture is required
- Basic proficiency in English is recommended
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online course
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- Intercultural Communication in the Global Workplace
- Intercultural Communication and Conflict Resolution
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Dr. Geert Hofstede
Related Books
Description
In the course “Understanding Russians: Contexts of Intercultural Communications": we will:
Outline
- Introduction to the Course
- About University
- Course Promo
- Meet the Team
- About University
- Rules on the academic integrity in the course
- F.A.Q.
- Grading and Requirements
- Intercultural Communication as an Academic Discipline
- 1.1 Introduction to the Course.
- 1.2 What is Intercultural Communication?
- 1.3 History of Intercultural Communication: An Overview.
- 1.4 Intercultural Communication in the Context of Other Disciplines.
- 1.5 Different Approaches to Intercultural Communications. Relations Between Culture and Language.
- 1.6 Role of Context. Formats of Intercultural Communication. Definition of Intercultural Communication.
- 1.7 Structure of the Course.
- Weekly Reading
- Note to Quiz 1
- Links featured in lecture videos
- Lecture Notes
- Quiz 1
- Culture in Intercultural Communication
- 2.1. Metaphors of Culture
- 2.2. Components and Characteristics of Culture
- 2.3. Culture's Dimensions: Value Orientations
- 2.4. Cultural Orientations Model (COM)
- 2.5 Culture's Consequences
- 2.6. Cultural Knowledge and Stereotypes
- 2.7. Interview: Stereotypes about Russia, Expats' Opinions (A. Skaya and M. Johnston)
- 2.8. Basic Values of Russian Culture
- 2.9. Russian Cultural Dimensions: Environment and Time
- 2.10. Russian Cultural Dimensions: Time and Action
- 2.11. Interview: Expert (I. Gnoensky) on Importance of Intercultural Studies.
- 2.12 Interview: Expert (I. Gnoensky) on goal-setting and responsibility-taking in Russian business culture.
- Weekly Reading
- Note to Quiz 2
- Links featured in lecture videos
- Lecture Notes
- Quiz 2
- Theory of Communication
- 3.1. Construction of Meaning in Communication
- 3.2. Language as a Means of Communication
- 3.3. Discourse Approach to Communication
- 3.4. Communication as Transaction. Communication Functions
- 3.5. Interview: Experts (M. Johnston, A. Skaya) about Communication and Language Barriers in Business in Russia
- 3.6. More about ommunication: Levels, Models, Pragmatic Competencies
- 3.7. Language Functions
- 3.8. Linguistic Instruments of Human Interaction: The Cooperative Principle
- 3.9. Speech Acts Theory: Cross-cultural Aspects
- Weekly Reading
- Note to Quiz 3
- References to works quoted in lecture videos
- Lecture Notes
- Quiz 3
- Culture’s Impact on Communication: Politeness
- 4.1. 'Self' and 'Face' in Communication
- 4.2. Face Threatening Acts and Politeness
- 4.3. Power and Distance Cross-culturally
- 4.4. Pragmatic Control Principle
- 4.5. Politeness systems: Where do Russians belong?
- 4.6. Culturally Determined Forms of Communication
- 4.7. Russian Communication Style
- 4.8. Features to Compare
- 4.9. Russian Communication: Expressive Use of Language
- 4.10. Summary of Culture's Influence on Communication
- 4.11. Interview: Expert (I. Gnoensky) Analyzes Peer-Review Assignment
- Weekly Reading
- Note to Quiz 4
- Lecture Notes
- Quiz 4
- Communication in Organizational Contexts
- 5.1. Organizational and National Cultures
- 5.2. Organizations as Cultures: Changes in Russian Organizations
- 5.3. Russian Management Culture
- 5.4. Distribution of Power: Hierarchy and Equality in Russian Culture
- 5.5. Interview: Expert (M. Johnston) on Organizational Structure and Organizational Culture in Russia
- 5.6. Collectivism and Individualism in Russian Culture
- 5.7. New Post-Soviet Managerial Culture
- 5.8. Expectation Gaps and 'Double Standards'; Russian Perspective
- 5.9. Comparing and Creating Management Inter-culture in Russia
- 5.10. Russian Corporate Discourse
- 5.11. Interview: Expert (J. Eremeeva) Discusses Newest Russian History, Basic Values
- Weekly Reading
- Note to Quiz 5
- Links featured in lecture videos
- References to works quoted in lecture videos
- Lecture Notes
- Quiz 5
- Social Stratification and Occupational Cultures in Russia
- 6.1. Social Stratification, 'New Russians' and what 'Oligarch' Means
- 6.2. New Elites and New Issues: from 'Kolkhoznik' to Farmers; Role of NGOs; Russian Regions
- 6.3. Old Russians and 'Old Russians'
- 6.4. Middle Class
- 6.5. Intelligentsia and Intellectuals
- 6.6. Occupational Cultures in New Russia
- 6.7. What Russians Expect from Western Partners Professionally
- 6.8. Typical Situations of Partnerships
- 6.9. Case Study of an International Educational Program
- 6.10. Interview: Expert (M. Sullivan) Speaks about Working at a Russian NGO
- 6.11. Interview: Expert (D. Meissner) about Teaching Russian Students
- Weekly Reading
- Note to Quiz 6
- Links featured in lecture videos
- Lecture Notes
- Quiz 6
- Interpersonal Communication
- 7.1. What is Interpersonal Communication in Intercultural Domain
- 7.2. Russian Friendship
- 7.3. Dating in Russia
- 7.4. Gender Issues
- 7.5. Family Relations
- 7.6. Family Structure; Raising Children; Role of Education
- 7.7. Family Values, Generational and Family Discourse. Interview: Expert (A. Skaya) about Family Values
- 7.8. How Liberal or Conservative Russia is
- 7.9. Сross-gender Сommunication in Russian Social and Business Environment. Interview: Expert (A. Skaya) talks about Cross-Gender Issues in Business Communication
- 7.10. Interview: Expert (J. Eremeeva) about Russian Cross-gender Communication
- 7.11. Modes of Address across Discourse Systems
- 7.12. Conclusion and Reading
- Weekly Reading
- Note to Quiz 7
- Lecture Notes
- Quiz 7
- Culture as a Narrative
- 8.1. Cultural Narratives as Stories of Culture
- 8.2. Competencies Needed to Tell and Understand a Good Story
- 8.3. Stories of Russian Culture as Seen through National Holidays
- 8.4. Ten centuries of Russian History in a Nutshell
- 8.5. Cultural Narratives of the First Half of the 20th Century
- 8.6. Cultural Narratives of the Second Half of the 20th Century
- 8.7. What Russian Cultural Stories are Based upon
- 8.8. Personal stories as Cultural Narratives
- 8.9. Interview: Expert (J. Eremeeva) Discusses Comeback of Traditional Values in Russia
- 8.10. Russian Jokes as a Way to Wrap up the Course's Narrative
- 8.11. Interview: Expert (J. Eremeeva) Talks about Russian Humour
- Weekly Reading
- Note to Quiz 8
- Lecture Notes
- Quiz 8
Summary of User Reviews
This intercultural communication course specifically tailored for Russians has received positive reviews from users. Learners have praised the course content and presentation, as well as the instructor's expertise in the subject matter.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course content and presentation received high praise from many users.Pros from User Reviews
- Instructor's expertise in the subject matter
- Tailored specifically for Russians
- Interactive activities and assignments
- Provides practical tips for effective communication
- Course materials are well-organized and easy to understand
Cons from User Reviews
- Lack of depth in some topics
- Limited scope of intercultural communication beyond Russian culture
- Some users found the course too basic
- Inconsistent pacing of the course modules
- Not suitable for advanced learners
Mira Bergelson
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