Workplace Intercultural Competence Certificate

Program Coordinator/Contact

José (Pepe) Álvarez, Associate Professor of Spanish
School of American and Global Studies
Lincoln Hall 321, Box 2212
605-688-4273

Program Information

The Workplace Intercultural Competence Certificate equips graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage workplaces in a range of industries, including business, construction, and agriculture. Students develop a basic understanding of the challenges associated with second-language acquisition and cross-cultural communication, while refining the skills needed to work effectively in environments with varied cultural backgrounds. They are also introduced to basic theories and research on communication between different cultural groups.