UC Business School CQ Certificate
“In a world where crossing boundaries is routine, CQ becomes a vitally important aptitude and skill." -- Harvard Business Review
Te Kura Umanga | UC Business School students have many opportunities to participate in international and intercultural experiences as part of their studies; the purpose of the UC Business School CQ Certificate is to support students who participate in these experiences to maximise the benefits of this, guided by the concept of cultural intelligence (CQ).
Cultural Intelligence (CQ) is a person's capability to function effectively in culturally diverse situations. Graduates today will inevitably work in culturally diverse organisations and teams. Cultural diversity is associated with increased opportunities for innovation and other benefits, but also greater potential for misunderstanding and associated challenges; therefore, it is essential that students develop the capability to function effectively in culturally diverse situations.
UC Business School CQ Certificate Required Steps
- Undertake a pre-experience CQ assessment, a globally recognised tool for assessing and improving CQ; and participate in a UC Business School CQ workshop following this, where you will be introduced to the key aspects of CQ and assisted in understanding the results of your assessment.
- Submit and receive feedback on a reflective report prior to your international or intercultural experience.
- Complete an approved international or intercultural experience.
- Undertake a post-experience CQ assessment and submit a final reflective report after your experience.
Approved International and Intercultural Experiences
Approved international and intercultural experiences include but are not limited to:
