Ideas for Education Businesses
Since the 16th century, mercantilism has been at the root of globalization. Colonization and modern diasporas have only emphasized that universal dimension. However, the idea of cultural diversity is at the heart of postmodern societies. Therefore, globalization is not a new topic. However, we have to recognize that current technology allows for a faster exchange of information and, likewise, that barriers to world trade are gradually withdrawing. Thus, businesses around the world have become more interdependent, with increasing numbers of players. Conducting business across borders on a global scale, and in particular effective negotiation between different cultures, is always challenging and requires associated skills. For the time being, the encounter with the "other" implies being aware of oneself. Understanding other cultures is not only a tool to face the experience of the foreign, but it is mainly a means to create awareness o...