GLOBAL

COMMUNICATION IN
MULTICULTURAL
SETTING
 Some would argue that the “international Language of Business” negates any real
communication issues within such a cross-cultural team; however those with hand-on
experience of such teams would disagree.
 When people of different cultural backgrounds come together in any setting there will
always be issues in terms of Interaction.
1.Language issue
 Although English may always be the language of the office it does not
mean everyone is totally confident in its use. Also bear in mind they may
not appreciate the language to the same degree as a native speaker.
2. Conflict Resolution issue
 Different cultures approach conflict and disagreement in sometimes
3. Gender Issue
 Every culture or society has its own understanding of Gender relations
and acts according to them. What is acceptable in one culture may
offend in the other . This may play a role on a term to some degree,
especially when two ends of the spectrum are represented in a term.
4. Decision Making Issue
 A global team will have to agree on the way in which decisions will be
made. When you consider the decisions-Making process, it is not just the
end result that you need to discuss. It is the process you undergo as you
make the decision.