BU5643 CULTURAL INTELLIGENCE: MAKING THE WORLD YOUR CLASSROOM

Cultural intelligence (CQ) - the ability to deal effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds - is a critical attribute of global talent and leaders in the borderless world of the 21st century. CQ is a proven scientific concept based on the science of intelligence. Research shows that CQ has a wide range of benefits for individuals, including: 1. More accurate cultural judgment and decision making 2. Better job performance 3. More effective global leadership 4. Win-win outcomes in intercultural negotiation 5. More creative ideas 6. Greater trust 7. More diverse social networks 8. Less burnout in global executives