The IATI allows an organization to implement a diverse teamwork culture and provides additional information to employees selected to take on an international assignment

1. IATI Program Andrew Dullock MA International Adjustment Training and Interpretation Program

3. Introduction

5. IATI Program Rationale

10. IATI Purpose

14. IATI Elements

15. IATI Elements 1 Lack of language ability Language 2 The host cultures disinclination of assimilate foreigners Cross Cultural 3 A tight leash from company headquarters Cultural appreciation 4 The restrictive nature of overseas expatriate communities Culture Shock

16. Cross-Culture

17. Culture Shock Culture Shock Adjustment Stages Description Honeymoon Stage/ Initial Stage Getting used to the outside environment, exploring, adjusting to the surroundings Culture Shock Stage Problematic, Stressors become prevalent, belongingness fades Adjustment Stage New acquaintances, seek familiar objects Mastery Stage Challenges become tolerable, stressors begin to fade, new outlook

18. Culture Shock Culture Shock Stages Description Stage 1- Excitement Environment become distasteful, exploring begins to diminish Stage 2- Withdrawal Frustration, depression, confinement, confusion of reasoning Stage 3- Adjustment Improved morale, outlook begins to be uplifting Stage 4- Enthusiasm Greater knowledge and appreciation of new cultural values

22. IATI Methods

25. IATI Program Benefits

31. Conclusion

33. Questions?

34. References