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Factors influencing international student's intercultural development and engagement

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  • Medha Satish Kumar
  • T.J. Kamalanabhan

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A pressing need to develop intercultural outlook of students to meet global employment market has encouraged several universities to promote international student exchange programs. Mere exposure to cultures is not sufficient to build intercultural sensitivity. This study addresses the prediction and outcome of intercultural development among international students. Four intra-individual factors, three inter-individual factors and demographic variables are described as important predictors. Outcome of intercultural development is described in terms of student engagement. A survey questionnaire was administered on 184 European students. Empirical testing reveals that gender and duration of stay made a significant impact on intercultural development. Findings showed that intercultural development significantly predicted by cosmopolitanism, emotional intelligence and social support. Furthermore, a unique relationship between frequency of interaction and intercultural development was found. Intercultural development is a significant predictor of student engagement. Practical implication for assessment, training and development, and planning exchange program for students are discussed.

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  • Medha Satish Kumar & T.J. Kamalanabhan, 2015. "Factors influencing international student's intercultural development and engagement," International Journal of Business Innovation and Research, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 9(5), pages 526-543.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijbire:v:9:y:2015:i:5:p:526-543
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