Professionals in leadership roles, project managers, communication specialists, and anyone responsible for stakeholder engagement. This course is suitable for those seeking practical tools to manage stakeholders effectively in a globalized contex

• Gain insights into cultural intelligence and its role in stakeholder management.
• Learn techniques to build trust and collaboration across borders.
• Navigate legal and ethical challenges in stakeholder interactions.
• Network with peers facing similar stakeholder-related issues.

Day One:

Foundations of Stakeholder Management

Introduction to Stakeholders

• Defining stakeholders: internal vs. external.
• The role of stakeholders in organizational success.

Stakeholder Identification and Prioritization

• Strategies to identify key stakeholders.
• Prioritizing stakeholders based on impact and influence.

Day Two:

Cultural Intelligence in Stakeholder Engagement

Cultural Dimensions

• Hofstede’s cultural dimensions model.
• Adapting communication styles across cultures.

Building Trust Across Borders

• Trust-building strategies in diverse contexts.
• Overcoming cultural barriers.

Day Three:

Effective Communication Strategies

Cross-Cultural Communication

• Verbal and non-verbal communication cues.
• Active listening techniques.

Negotiation Skills for Stakeholder Alignment

• Principled negotiation approaches.
• Balancing interests while maintaining relationships.

Day Four:

Ethical Considerations and Legal Frameworks

Ethics in Stakeholder Management

• Ethical dilemmas in global contexts.
• Transparency, accountability, and social responsibility.

Legal Compliance Across Borders

• International labor laws, data privacy regulations, and anti-corruption measures.

Ensuring legal alignment in stakeholder interactions.

Day Five:

Creating Value through Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Agility in Stakeholder Relations

• Adapting to changing stakeholder dynamics.
• Leveraging diversity as an asset.

Applied Learning Project: Stakeholder Engagement Plan

• Develop a customized stakeholder engagement plan for a real-world scenario.
• Peer feedback and refinement.

To enhance learning and practical application of concepts, the training course will use a combination of interactive lectures, case studies, group discussions, practical exercises, and real-world examples. Participants will also get the chance to collaborate on group projects and create action plans adapted to the needs of their respective organizations.