In a globalized world, workplaces are increasingly filled with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures, increased cultural intelligence (CQ) – the ability to work effectively accross cultures – is vital.

SMCCU has ventured in a partnership with the Cultural Intelligence Centre in the USA, and have developed UAE CQ programs that offer you the opportunity to improve your CQ skills while learning about how to effectively apply those skills in the UAE workplace and environment as well as in general.

CQ is based on years of academic research and compromises of 4 capabilities that can be developed:

CQ Drive: your level of interest, persistence, and confidence during multicultural interactions

CQ Knowledge: your understanding about how cultures are similar and different
CQ Strategy: your awareness and ability to plan for multicultural interactions

CQ Action: your ability to adapt when relating and working in multicultural context

Our programs are customized training designed to meet the specific requirements of your organization. Sessions can be structured for one-on-one executive coaching, team-based workshops, or large group lectures, and can be conducted in-person or remotely.