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Understanding Arab Cultural Differences
Culture plays a significant role in communication. Gain insights from our culture experts to navigate effectively. Contact us now to learn more.
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Arab Culture Training
Doing business in the Arab world? Our training courses can give you the edge you need! Clear communication is key to business success.
Our exceptional cross-cultural training courses on the Arab world and Middle East are designed to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to communicate effectively, thereby maximizing your chances of success in the region.
With experienced trainers, a robust portfolio, and proven methodology, we guarantee a world-class course that will have a positive impact on your business.
Arab Cultural Awareness Course Content
All our Arab cultural awareness courses are designed and run by experienced professionals with experience of living and working in the Middle East.
Examples of the many topics our experts cover include:
Introduction
- A look at the impact of culture on business
- Theoretical and practical cross-cultural models/case studies
- Steps to becoming culturally competent
The Arabic World
- Historical, political, and economic basics
- Overview of business, trade, and industry
- Society, culture, values, customs, and traditions
Islam
- The history of Islam and Arab culture
- The influence of Islam on social and business practices
- Stereotypes and addressing contentious issues
- Gender differences
Doing Business in the Arab World
- Preparing for a trip to the Arab World
- A cultural comparison of business practices
- Business etiquette basics and tips
- How to build relationships
- Effective communication – verbal vs. non-verbal, direct vs. indirect
- Entertaining and socialising
- Conducting meetings
- How to negotiate the Arab way
- Working with Arab colleagues
- Managing Arab colleagues
Relocating the Arab world
- Preparing for the move
- What to bring?
- Arab attitudes to foreigners
- Safety issues
- The family: raising children, women in public life, education, holidays
- Public behaviour and etiquette
- Food and drink
- Transport, shopping, and entertainment
We design each course specifically to meet our clients’ requests. You will always receive a course that addresses your needs and wants, not what we think you need and want.
