Intercultural Communication in the Global Workplace

"Intercultural Communication in the Global Workplace, 3/e" by Varner and Beamer offers student readers the solid theoretical foundation they need and a highly engaging writing style peppered with personal examples culled from the authors' experience living and working abroad. The authors zero in on the specific needs of a firm, from broad cultural and business values to the influence of culture on negotiations, to the structure of the firm. Chapter 12 in the 3rd edition focuses on applying cultural concepts to real-life situations. It also emphasizes team work in intercultural groups. Legal issues in intercultural business communication are covered extensively. Opening chapters contain detailed discussion of cultural values that influence intercultural business communication.