VIRTUAL TEAMS: LEARNING INTERCULTURAL BUSINESS COMMUNICATION BY DOING

While it is one thing to familiarize students about the theories of (intercultural) communication and work styles in other countries, experiencing it first hand while also having to meet expected requirements of their own culture adds another dimension to the classroom. Adding the component of electronic communication channels, students acquire real-life skills through simulated international working experience. The combination of interaction with other students of foreign countries working on collaborative projects through digital means prepares our students for the challenges of global business.