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Upskill at the University of Kent this winter

The University of Kent is offering two new professional development courses: Discover and Develop your Cultural Intelligence (CQ), and AI in Business: Challenges and Potential.

1. Discover and Develop your Cultural Intelligence (CQ) a course that will help you thrive in international and multicultural environments.

Cultural intelligence refers to the capacity to relate, adapt and work effectively across cultures and unfamiliar settings, whether locally or globally. It encompasses motivation and drive, knowledge and understanding, strategy and behaviour.

In today’s globalised world, cultural intelligence is increasingly vital for personal and professional success, enabling meaningful cross-cultural relationships, and effective local and global collaboration.

This 6-hour course is delivered online by University of Kent facilitators, certified by the Cultural Intelligence Centre.

Key takeaways:

By completing this course at Kent, you will:
• Receive a certificate, a CQ Test result and Analysis, an Action Plan of how to implement and continue improving your CQ, and a template text for your CV and/or LinkedIn page;
• Understand your CQ and current CQ level, and how you can develop, apply and harness it in professional and interpersonal contexts;
• Improve your intercultural communication and enhance your global competitiveness;
• Build your confidence and develop your leadership potential.

Who is this course for?

The course will be beneficial to individuals, companies and organisations who work or look to expand their activities in international and diverse contexts; work with international clients; and are interested in refining their EDI strategies and enhancing relevant training.
Managers, team leaders and those working in the third sector, services and education, as well as stakeholder engagement, will find this course particularly useful.
The next cohort starts on 20 January 2025. For more information on contents, venue, price and accreditation, as well as to register, visit the course’s website.

2. AI in Business: Challenges and Potential is a course that addresses a key business concern: the risks and benefits of AI technology for business.

In today’s fast-changing world, this is something that businesses often struggle with. But shying away isn’t the answer. Upskilling is.
The University of Kent offers a professional development training course on AI in Business that uniquely combines perspectives from computing, business and law, and explores the different ways that AI can be used for business optimisation, marketing and growth.
This 15-hour course is delivered in person at the University of Kent Canterbury campus by leading academics and industry experts.

Key takeaways:

By completing this course at Kent, you will:
• Receive a certificate;
• Improve your AI literacy, widen your expertise and advance your career prospects;
• Gain expert knowledge and understanding of key themes and concepts of AI technology in today’s shifting landscape;
• Learn how to draft key AI legal documents and receive a template of what to consider;
• Discuss concerns and challenges with your peers and experts in the field; and
• Identify the potential for AI for your business and professional development.

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for SMEs, professionals and senior managers working in any industry and the public sector.
The next cohort starts on 3 February 2025. For more information on contents, venue, price and accreditation, as well as to register, visit the course’s website.

At the University of Kent, we believe in the importance of professional development. We offer professional development training, higher degree apprenticeships and professional practice degrees delivered by our University’s world-class academics and industry experts to meet the diverse needs of employers, professionals, businesses and organisations. For more information on how we support local businesses see here.