Module Details
| Module Code: |
MGMT6044 |
| Title: |
Cultural Studies
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Long Title:
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Cultural Studies
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| NFQ Level: |
Fundamental |
| Valid From: |
Semester 2 - 2021/22 ( January 2022 ) |
| Field of Study: |
3450 - Business & Management
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| Module Description: |
This module introduces students to the cultural realities of doing business internationally. The module aims to develop the ability to understand and be sensitive to the cultural diversity that affects firms operating internationally.
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| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
| LO1 |
Identify the effect of culture, and subcultures, on international business. |
| LO2 |
Explain the key elements that differentiate cultures. |
| LO3 |
Discuss various models of culture. |
| LO4 |
Describe the influence of culture on management and business practices. |
| LO5 |
Examine a foreign culture in detail. |
| Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
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| No incompatible modules listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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| No Co-requisite modules listed |
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
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| No requirements listed |
| Indicative Content |
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Introduction to Culture
Nature and characteristics of culture, subcultures, socialisation, stereotypes, ethnocentrism, culture shock.
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Elements of Culture
Language, religion, values, beliefs, norms, customs, education, aesthetics, gender, family, worldview.
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Culture Models
Hofstede and Hall's dimensions of national culture.
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Influence of National Culture on Business Practices
Effect of culture on management functions, conflict resolution, and ethical practice.
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Case Studies
Students will review practical case studies of concepts discussed in class.
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Module Content & Assessment
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Coursework | 100.00% |
Assessments
| No End of Module Formal Examination |
| Reassessment Requirement |
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
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The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Workload: Full Time |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
Contact |
Class based instruction |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Self-directed study |
Every Week |
4.00 |
4 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
| Workload: Part Time |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
Contact |
Class based instruction |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Self-directed study |
Every Week |
5.00 |
5 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
2.00 |
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Module Resources
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| Recommended Book Resources |
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Elizabeth Tuleja. (2016), Intercultural Communication for Global Business, Taylor & Francis, [ISBN: 9781138932838].
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Fred E. Jandt,. (2016), An Introduction to Intercultural Communication, 8th. Sage Publications, [ISBN: 9781483344300].
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Charles Mitchell. (2009), A Short Course in International Business Culture, 3rd. World Trade Press, [ISBN: 9781607800002].
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Alberto Gonzalez, Marsha Houston, Victoria Chen,. (2011), Our Voices: Essays in Culture, Ethnicity and Communication, 5th. Oxford University Press, [ISBN: 978-0199737215].
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Edward T. Hall and Mildred Reed Hall. (1990), Understanding Cultural Differences, Intercultural Press, Yarmouth, Me., [ISBN: 978-1877864070].
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Mary Keating (Other Contributor). (2004), Managing Cross-Cultural Business Relations, Blackhall Publishing, [ISBN: 978-1842180679].
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edited by Richard Holeton. (1995), Encountering Cultures, Prentice Hall, Englewood Cliffs, NJ, [ISBN: 9780132998277].
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| Other Resources |
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Website, Languages of the World,
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Journal, European Journal of Cultural Studies.
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Journal, International Journal of Cultural
Studies.
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