Question one: how to benefit from intercultural communication LO 1.
Bookchapter study: why studyIntercultural communication?
According to Martin & Nakayama (2007, p39), “There are six reasons or imperatives for studying intercultural communication:
The self-awareness imperative involves increasing understanding of our own location in larger social, political, and historical contexts.
The demographic imperative includes the changing domestic and international migration—raising questions of class and religious diversity.
The economic imperative highlights issues of globalization and the challenges for increased cultural understanding needed to reach the global market.
The technological imperative gives us increasing information and increased contact with people who are similar and different from us. Increased use of communication technology also raises questions about identity and access to these technologies.
The peace imperative involves working through issues of colonialism, economic disparities, and racial, ethnic, and religious differences.
The ethical imperative calls for an understanding of the universalist, relativist, and dialogic approach to ethical issues.
Being an ethical student of culture involves developing self-reflexivity, learning about others, and developing a sense of social justice and responsibility.”
Source: Martin, J. N., & Nakayama, T. K. (2010). Why study intercultural communication? In Intercultural communication in contexts. Boston: McGraw-Hill. Retrieved from: http://www.rasaneh.org/Images/News/AtachFile/15-8-1390/FILE634561743619907963.pdf
task one: how a nz sme can benefit from focusing on intercultural communication
Choose an existing small to medium sized New Zealand organizationto focus on for this term. Provide a clear and concise description of the organization including specific reasons why you are interested in enhancing the operational performance of this organisation.Identify and explain with the use of illustrative examples ANY ONE imperative from the above list that best describes how your chosen organisation can benefit from focusing on issues concerning intercultural communication.
(500 words, 20 marks)
Note: Your answer should be presented neatly. Every sentence is expected to be formed intentionally and strategically so as to flow logically into ONE cohesive argument. You must adhere very strictly to the word count and provide your actual word count below your answer. Your answer must be within10% of the required word count. Answers that do not meet these requirements will not be accepted for grading.
Question TWO: how cultural differences impact relationships LO 1.
internet based study: comparing between two different national cultures
Source: ITIM International (2016). India in comparison with New Zealand. Retrieved from: https://geert-hofstede.com/india.html
task two: how to manage cultural differences to enhance staff relationships
Within the specific context your chosen NZ SME organisation, identify and describe ANY TWO national cultures that are represented within the staff body. Explain with the use of specific examples how differences between these two national cultures can be managed to enhance staff relationships.
(500 words, 20 marks)
Note: Your answer should be presented neatly. Every sentence is expected to be formed intentionally and strategically so as to flow logically into ONE cohesive argument. You must adhere very strictly to the word count and provide your actual word count below your answer. Your answer must be within 10% of the required word count. Answers that do not meet these requirements will not be accepted for grading.

Question three: how to enhace cultural competence LO 1.
internet based study: differences between organisational culture
Source: ITIM International (2016). The dimensions of organisational culture. Retrieved from: https://geert-hofstede.com/culture-and-strategy.html
task three: how a nz sme can enhance business relationships by changing the culture
Identify ANY ONE of the above dimensions that responds directly to a specific issue within your chosen organisation. Within the scope of this dimension, explain how your chosen organisation can change its culture to enhance business relationships with internal and/or external stakeholders.
(500 words, 20 marks)
Note: Your answer should be presented neatly. Every sentence is expected to be formed intentionally and strategically so as to flow logically into ONE cohesive argument. You must adhere very strictly to the word count and provide your actual word count below your answer. Your answer must be within 10% of the required word count. Answers that do not meet these requirements will not be accepted for grading.
Question four: how the treaty of waitangi impacts communication LO 1.
internet based study: a framework for understanding maori potential

task Four: keep a reflective log book of communication based on T.O.W. principles
The principles of the Treaty of Waitangi are protection, participation and partnership. Communicate regularly with your classmates and teachers using the Yammer application. Provide evidence of ANY THREE conversations you have and reflect on how your conversations demonstrates these principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.
(500 words, 20 marks)
Note: Your answer should be presented neatly. Every sentence is expected to be formed intentionally and strategically so as to flow logically into ONE cohesive argument. You must adhere very strictly to the word count and provide your actual
word count below your answer. Your answer must be within 10% of the required word count. Answers that do not meet these requirements will not be accepted for grading.