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WELCOME TO CULTURAL LEARNING (CQ) BADGE

 

Cultural intelligence (CQ) is the capacity and capability to relate and work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. It encompasses the ability to understand, adapt to, and navigate cultural differences, fostering successful interactions in both personal and professional settings.

By exploring your CQ, you will gain the confidence to function more effectively across cultural contexts and intercultural workplaces, both at home and abroad. Discover how to navigate and thrive in culturally diverse environments by watching our introduction video on Cultural Intelligence (CQ) below!

 

 

NEXT INTAKE

 

 

+Learn about CQ Fall 2024

Applications Deadline 6 Sept 2024
Course Begins 23 Sept 2024
In-person Workshop #1 @Newnham (3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.) 8 October 2024
In-person Workshop #2 @Newnham (3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.) 29 October 2024
In-person Workshop #3 @Newnham (3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.) 19 November 2024
Course Ends 06 December 2024
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Seneca students
Eligibility
ALL full-time Seneca students are eligible to participate for FREE.
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Badge & transcript recognition
Complete ALL deliverables for the asynchronous work. There are no grades; tasks are marked as complete or incomplete. Participate in at least 2/3 of the in-person workshops
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Format
CQ is delivered in a hybrid format of 10 modules: 7 asynchronous modules to complete online and3 in-person workshops delivered at Newnham campus
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LEARNING OUTCOMES

Once completing CQ, you will be able to:

  • Engage with others from different cultures to strengthen intercultural relationships. 
  • Analyze perspectives, power, and privilege to address intercultural misunderstandings. 
  • Reflect on intercultural skill development with concrete examples to build self-awareness. 
  • Adapt language and communication channels to improve intercultural interactions.
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Testimonials

 

REFLECTION FROM SENECA STUDENTS

I learned so much and met a lot of new people, who I know call friends through taking this CQ Badge. My favourite part of the experience was having a safe space to have different discussions where every one's opinions/ perspectives were heard during the workshops. This badge was life-changing for me both personally and professionally.

Community Services student, Summer 2023

I learned to adapt myself in advance to the skills of getting along with people of different cultures and become aware of some sensitive issues. It'll help me make friends more easily in the future.

Public Safety student, Summer 2023

CQ helped me have meaningful connections with people from diverse backgrounds. I not only learned about their cultures but also forged genuine friendships. Hearing their stories and perspectives provided insights that I might not have encountered otherwise. I also gained a deeper appreciation for the complexities of multiculturalism

Aviation Technology Student, Winter 2024