Global Diversity Training

Module CLA20710

This Module is offered by Academic Programs WTG.

This module handbook serves to describe contents, learning outcome, methods and examination type as well as linking to current dates for courses and module examination in the respective sections.

Module version of SS 2013

There are historic module descriptions of this module. A module description is valid until replaced by a newer one.

Whether the module’s courses are offered during a specific semester is listed in the section Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature below.

available module versions
WS 2013/4	SS 2013

Basic Information

CLA20710 is a module in language at which is offered irregularly.

This Module is included in the following catalogues within the study programs in physics.

Catalogue of soft-skill courses

Total workload	Contact hours	Credits (ECTS)
60 h	h	2 CP

Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions

Content

Collaboration in international teams is becoming a crucial everyday part of working environments. It brings numerous benefits, but can also lead to misunderstandings, confusions and conflicts that can hinder productivity.

The aim of the training is to prepare participants for teamwork from an intercultural perspective and especially to reflect the influence of diversity on the team process in international teams. To achieve this goal, we will work with science-based models, short lectures and numerous exercises with a strong focus on the relevance for your professional and daily life.

Learning Outcome

After this workshop you will be able to individually deal with our own cultural background and its impact on intercultural collaboration
- Analyze the role and tasks of team leaders in an intercultural context.
- Develop strategies for case studies in international teams.
- be able to analyze situations of your professional life in an international team.

Preconditions

no info

Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature

Courses and Schedule

WS 2022/3 SS 2022 WS 2021/2 SS 2021 WS 2020/1 SS 2020 WS 2019/20 SS 2019 WS 2018/9 SS 2018 WS 2017/8 SS 2017 WS 2016/7 SS 2016 WS 2015/6 SS 2015 WS 2014/5

Type	SWS	Title	Lecturer(s)	Dates	Links
WS	1.5	Global Diversity (Sucessful in International Teams)	Prahl, M.	singular or moved dates

Learning and Teaching Methods

The workshop will be a mix of input, case studies, discussions and group work.

Media

no info

Literature

no info

Module Exam

Description of exams and course work

Students will deal with their own cultural background in a short group presentation and deeply reflect on the learning outcomes of the workshop in a learning summary (100% of grade).

Current exam dates

Currently TUMonline lists the following exam dates. In addition to the general information above please refer to the current information given during the course.

Title
Time	Location	Info	Registration
Global Diversity
		short presentation (group work), learning summary (2 pages) ECTS: 2