Human Capital: Globalization and Culture

Human Capital: Globalization and Culture

This course is part of Extraordinary Human Capital Management Specialization

Instructor: Cheri Alexander

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

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1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Analyze the implications of globalization on human capital and adapt HR strategies accordingly
Cultivate cultural appreciation and understand its significance in global teams and expatriate management
Apply key learning from global HR examples to real-life international HR issues
Identify attributes of successful global HR leaders and expatriates through analysis and discussion

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Taught in English

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Prepare to elevate your understanding of globalization's impact on human capital with “Human Capital: Globalization and Culture.” Explore globalization's effects on human capital and learn how to adapt HR strategies to stay ahead in the international arena. This course emphasizes the cultivation of cultural appreciation and its critical role in managing global teams and expatriates, providing you with the insights to navigate the complex dynamics of diverse work environments.

Through global HR examples, you'll apply key learnings to real-life international HR challenges, gaining practical insights and actionable strategies. Discover the attributes that define successful global HR leaders and expatriates, analyzing and discussing their practices to enhance your own leadership skills. This course will equip you with the knowledge and tools to manage human resources on a global scale. This is the fourth course in “Extraordinary Human Capital Management,” a course series for human resource professionals interested in advancing their skills to align with organizational and employee needs.

In this module, you'll learn how to assess the effects of globalization on human capital and develop HR strategies to effectively manage a global workforce. You'll gain an appreciation for cultural diversity and understand why it's crucial for leading international teams and handling expatriate assignments. Through real-world examples, you'll see how to apply theoretical knowledge to practical international HR issues. You’ll also explore the traits that make global HR leaders and expatriates successful, preparing you for leadership roles in the field. In the first vignette, you'll study a case where misunderstanding a cultural norm led to a mistake. The second vignette will demonstrate the importance of thorough preparation. The third will show the consequences of choosing the wrong person for an expatriate role. These scenarios will provide valuable insights to help you avoid similar pitfalls in your career.

What's included

8 videos5 readings1 assignment2 app items4 discussion prompts

8 videos Total 71 minutes

Introduction to Extraordinary Human Capital Management 9 minutes
Globalization’s Effect on People and Culture 4 minutes
Cultural Appreciation and DEIB 3 minutes
Introduction to Vignettes 1 minute
Debrief: Ferry Boat Incident 9 minutes
Revisiting Girl Scout’s Motto Vignette 6 minutes
Debrief: If Someone Speaks Loudly, They Will Understand 9 minutes
Interview with Nancy Owens 30 minutes

5 readings Total 70 minutes

Syllabus 10 minutes
Help Us Learn More About You! 10 minutes
Introduction to the Gamut Workbook 5 minutes
Vignette: Ferry Boat Incident 15 minutes
Vignette: If I Speak Loudly, They Will Understand 30 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 1 30 minutes

2 app items Total 60 minutes

Learning Journal: Are You Ready to Go Global? 30 minutes
Learning Journal: Module 1 Reflection 30 minutes

4 discussion prompts Total 130 minutes

Meet Your Fellow Global Learners 10 minutes
Ferry Boat Incident Discussion 30 minutes
Research a Different Culture 60 minutes
If I Speak Loudly, They Will Understand Discussion 30 minutes

In this module, you'll discover how globalization affects human capital and learn to adapt HR strategies for effectively managing a global workforce. You'll develop an appreciation for different cultures and realize how crucial cultural understanding is for managing international teams and expatriate assignments. The first vignette illustrates that even if you have a deep knowledge of culture, mistakes can still happen. The second highlights how understanding a country’s history can deepen your insight into its people and culture. The final vignette takes a unique angle, showing that even dogs can experience culture shock when transitioning between different environments. These stories aim to provide practical insights and prepare you for handling the complexities of global HR.