A Presentation on

Contemporary Issues in
Engineering
-Banjade Bro
Globalization
Increased interconnectedness and interdependence among
people, businesses, and countries around the world.
Impacts of Globalization on Culture

• Cultural exchange resulting both positive and negative effects on

cultural diversity.
• Positive effects: Increased cultural awareness, appreciation, and
understanding among different societies.
• Negative effects: Include the homogenization of culture
• Spread of western culture
Examples
• Examples of cultural changes due to globalization include the spread
of western culture, such as music, fashion, and cuisine, to other parts
of the world.
Cross-Cultural Communication
• Communication between people from different cultural backgrounds.
• Challenges include differences in language, nonverbal
communication, and cultural norms.
• To overcome cross-culture communication practice; active listening,
asking questions, and being open-minded
• Examples: McDonald's, KFC, Amazon
Globalization and the Environment
• Contributed to climate change, deforestation, and loss of biodiversity.
• Ethical implication: unequal distribution of environmental costs and
benefits and lack of accountability for environmental damages.
• For mitigation use renewable energy sources, reducing waste, and
promoting environmental education.
Cultural Sensitivity of Workplace
• Ability to understand and respect the cultural differences among
employees.
• Importance includes creating a positive work environment, improving
communication, and reducing conflict.
• Strategies for creating a culturally sensitive workplace include
providing cross-cultural training, promoting diversity and inclusion,
and creating a welcoming and inclusive work culture.
Examples
• Examples of cultural misunderstandings in the workplace include
different expectations for communication style, decision-making, and
work ethic.
Any questions?