Find out your current Cross-Cultural Communication level!

Take this online assessment to receive an approximate indication of your current knowledge and skills in communicating effectively across different cultures in professional environments.

The test consists of 10 questions and can be completed within 10 minutes. Once you finish, we will send your results to you via email along with your next steps for enrollment.

Question 1 This question is required.

1/10

What does “culture” primarily refer to in international business communication? This question is required.

A person’s nationality and language

The shared values, behaviors, and communication patterns of a group

Educational background and professional training

Question 2 This question is required.

2/10

In cross-cultural communication, what does “flexible thinking” mean? This question is required.

Changing your opinion frequently during conversations

Considering situations from multiple cultural perspectives before judging

Always agreeing with people from other cultures

Question 3 This question is required.

3/10

What is the main difference between “high-context” and “low-context” communication styles? This question is required.

High-context relies more on shared understanding and indirect messages

High-context means speaking louder and more confidently

Low-context is only used in informal situations

Question 4 This question is required.

4/10

When building relationships across cultures, what should you focus on first? This question is required.

Sharing your professional achievements and expertise

Finding common interests and showing genuine interest in others

Explaining your country’s business practices

Question 5 This question is required.

5/10

Your international colleague takes a long time to respond to your emails and rarely gives direct yes/no answers. What should you consider? This question is required.

They are probably too busy or not interested in helping

This might be their normal communication style and you should adapt your approach

You should copy their manager to get faster responses

Question 6 This question is required.

6/10

In a video meeting, two participants from different countries seem to interpret your request very differently. What’s your best first step? This question is required.

Repeat your request more slowly and loudly

Send a follow-up email with detailed written instructions

Ask clarifying questions to understand how each person understood your message

Question 7 This question is required.

7/10

You’re presenting to an international team and notice some members aren’t asking questions or participating much. What’s the most likely reason? This question is required.

They don’t understand the topic or aren’t paying attention

Their cultural communication style may be more reserved or hierarchical

The technology isn’t working properly for remote participants

Question 8 This question is required.

8/10

A colleague from another culture gives you feedback that sounds very critical and direct. How should you interpret this? This question is required.