For over half a century, The International Center has served as a guide to the world’s cultural landscape and as a catalyst for the state’s international growth. We equip professionals in all fields with training, empowering them to succeed in today’s increasingly international economy.
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As Indiana expands globally, the local workforce is becoming more culturally diverse. We strive to increase knowledge, understanding, and practical skills to those who work and live in diverse communities because we believe effective cross-cultural relationships are essential to succeed in a global world.
The International Center’s Cross-Cultural Training (CCT) provides international employees and their families the opportunity to learn important aspects of American culture to help newcomers feel quickly at ease in their new country, enhancing their cultural adjustment, ensuring a successful assignment in Indiana.
Cultural Intelligence (CQ®) is your competitive edge in a world full of different perspectives. It’s the ability to work effectively with people who think, communicate, and lead differently–across teams, industries, cultures, generations, and perspectives.
One of the most effective tools for understanding and managing cross-cultural interactions is Erin Meyer’s The Culture Map®. This framework helps leaders and teams develop cultural intelligence, improve communication, and enhance collaboration across diverse work environments for greater business output.
The International Center’s training programs are designed for professionals and organizations working across cultures, whether locally or globally. Participants often include corporate teams, nonprofit staff, government officials, and community leaders who engage with international colleagues, clients, or communities.
“I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for the workshop The International Center facilitated. The session was very beneficial for our team, and it provided valuable insights into our diverse communication and work styles. Your team’s ability to share valuable content while fostering team engagement was truly commendable.”
Drawing on decades of experience, The Center’s staff of subject-matter experts analyzes your team’s needs and taps into the relevant resources to prepare you and your team for successful cross-cultural interaction.
Our team conducts needs assessment surveys and designs country- or culture-specific customized training programs to directly meet the objectives of your organization.
We work with corporate groups, service providers, educational institutions, and community organizations – anywhere there is a convergence of cultures.
We have extensive experience delivering in-person, virtual, and hybrid instruction tailored to your team’s unique needs.