MICRO-CREDENTIAL IN THE ART OF POLITENESS IN PROFESSIONAL CONTEXTS

About this Module

What you will learn

This micro-credential course aims to equip learners with the knowledge and skills to apply politeness effectively in social, professional, and intercultural interactions. Through practical strategies, real-world applications, and interactive assessments, participants will engage in hands-on practice to develop communication etiquette that fosters positive and professional relationships.

What skills you will gain

Topic 1: Understanding Politeness Across Cultures Cross-Cultural Awareness Recognize how different cultures perceive and practice politeness. Cultural Intelligence Adapt behavior and communication styles to diverse cultural expectations. Topic 2: Language and Politeness Linguistic Politeness Strategies Use of indirectness, hedging, and honorifics to convey respect. Tone Management Adjust language tone to suit varying levels of formality and politeness. Topic 3: Politeness in Social and Cross-Cultural Interactions Interpersonal Communication Navigate social interactions with tact and empathy. Relationship Building Develop trust and positive rapport through polite communication. Topic 4: Politeness in Professional Settings Professional Etiquette Demonstrate politeness in meetings, presentations, and workplace interactions. Diplomatic Language Use Handle sensitive conversations with care and professionalism. Topic 5: Politeness in Digital Communication Email and Messaging Etiquette Craft clear, respectful, and professional digital messages. Tone Awareness in Writing Maintain polite and appropriate tone in asynchronous communication.

Total contents and assessments

5 topics along with 5 assessments

Module Details

CLUSTER : Social Science & Humanities ( SS )
MODE/DURATION : Flexible
LENGTH : 14 days
EFFORT : 166
LEVEL : Intermediate
LANGUAGE : English
CERTIFICATE : Yes
CPD POINT : 0
PRICE : Free

Associated Course (s) :
No Course

 Syllabus

•Impact of communication styles and hierarchy
•How culture shapes behavior
•Impact of communication styles and hierarchy
•Concepts such as high- and low-context communication, and power distance

•Word choice and tone
•Non-verbal cues (body language, gestures, eye contact)
•Politeness strategies in different languages
•Handling misunderstandings tactfully

•Greetings and introductions
•Making requests politely
•Offering and responding to apologies
•Small talk in culturally diverse environments

•Workplace etiquette: Emails, meetings, and teamwork
•Handling difficult conversations with politeness
•Giving and receiving constructive feedback
•Networking and professional courtesy

•Email tone and clarity
•Managing online conflict respectfully
•Digital footprints and responsibility
•Politeness in social media and messaging

Our Instructor

DR. MARCIA JANE A/P GANASAN

Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Arau
4.3 (average sufo) instructor rating 15 course(s)

DR. NAZIRA BINTI OSMAN

Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Arau
4.3 (average sufo) instructor rating 13 course(s)

NOORAZALIA IZHA BINTI HARON

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UiTM Kampus Arau
4.3 (average sufo) instructor rating 37 course(s)

SURINA BT NAYAN

Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Arau
4.3 (average sufo) instructor rating 14 course(s)

DR. AMIZURA HANADI BINTI MOHD RADZI

Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Arau
4.3 (average sufo) instructor rating 15 course(s)