As discussed in this weeks lecture, the differences in cultural communication and professional expectations in an interview setting are considerable. In this assignment, students will gain a first-hand experience in interviewing and being interviewed for an international job.

Instructions:

1. Find a partner. If possible, partner with a student who is of a different nationality than you are. For example, the ideal team for this assignment would be an international student partnered with a domestic student. Finding a partner is your responsibility - reach out via email, class chats, or use the Blackboard Discussion thread "Cross Cultural Interview" to seek a partner. Note: Seeing as there is an unbalanced ratio of international/domestic students in our class, it is not a requirement, however please do your best in order to get the most out of this assignment. Youll learn a lot more from one another!
2. Select a posting. Search and select an international posting that you would consider applying for.
3. Advise your partner of selected posting. Let your partner know which posting youve selected so that they can prepare the appropriate questions to ask you.
4. Prepare questions. Once your partner has shared their chosen posting with you, prepare 3 - 4 questions related to the job that involve cultural preparedness, CQ, cross cultural work practices and customs.
5. Interview your partner. Schedule a time to complete the interview taking turns being the interviewer and the candidate.
6. Reflect. Based on your experience interviewing as a candidate for a position, please complete a the discussion points below.
7. Include a .pdf or .doc copy of the job posting you selected.

Discuss your learning in the following areas:

1. What are the strengths you found out about your skills as an international business professional in the process of completing this project?
2. What are the weakness you consider to improve in the future