العربيةIntercultural Communication Program (for Non-Saudis)
Your gateway to understanding Saudi society, integrating at the workplace, and thriving in daily life across the Kingdom.
About the course
For those coming from different cultural backgrounds to work or live in Saudi Arabia, the transition represents a rich and rewarding experience that opens up new opportunities to get to know a diverse and rapidly evolving society. However, it may also initially raise questions about local customs, communication styles, and workplace expectations.
This is where the Intercultural Communication Program for Non-Saudis comes in, serving as a practical and human-centered gateway to understanding Saudi culture and interacting with it with confidence and respect. The program helps participants grasp the values and customs that shape daily and professional life, consciously navigate cultural differences and preconceptions, and build positive relationships that support their integration and enhance the effectiveness of their experience within the Saudi workplace and society.
What will you learn in this course?
Developing cultural awareness to better understand cultural differences and how they impact day-to-day and professional communication.
Understanding Saudi customs and values, and how they are reflected in interactions at the workplace and in society at large.
Enhancing cultural sensitivity in the Saudi context, dealing with various situations with respect and awareness, and overcoming cultural barriers.
Recognizing cultural preconceptions and stereotypes, and learning how to address them and mitigate their impact.
Learning about Saudi workplace etiquette and understanding cultural differences in communication, meetings, and building professional relationships.
Develop communication and active listening skills, and learn to interpret cultural cues and nuances in various situations.
Adapting to the work environment and daily life in the Kingdom, and building positive professional and social relationships.
Promote integration and local community engagement, thereby supporting a more successful and stable experience within Saudi Arabia.
Target group of the program
Non-Saudi employees at companies, institutions, and organizations operating within the Kingdom.
International professionals who have recently relocated to the Kingdom for work or attaining professional residency.
International delegations and visitors coming to the Kingdom for professional, academic, or cultural purposes.
Companies and organizations seeking to facilitate the integration of their international employees, and enhancing their performance in the Saudi work environment.
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Together to build diverse communities
We strive to create awareness of cultural communication between Saudi society and other societies in the world to make life in Saudi Arabia an unforgettable experience.