eLearnAfrica
Multiculturalism In ASEAN
Universiti Malaya
  • Start Date: 07 Jun, 2021
  • 4 weeks
  • Study Content: Videos


Knowledge of multicultural ASEAN and insights into the issues and challenges of cultural diversity facing ASEAN.

Course Fee: Free
Certificate Cost: See Fees and Eligibility
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Course Description

This course is made available through the eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn partnership.

There are 4 modules in the course:


(a) Introduction to Multiculturalism in ASEAN,
(b) Global Trends and Practices in Multiculturalism,
(c) Managing Cultural Diversity in the Workplace in ASEAN, and
(d) Multilingualism in ASEAN.


The course explores, firstly, aspects of multiculturalism at the regional level and analyses the various approaches towards understanding cultural diversity and multiculturalism in the ASEAN context. In addition, it examines societal multilingualism and the contexts and use of languages in different societies and communities in the region. It also investigates the management of cross-cultural diversity in the workplace which is so essential for work productivity, and finally, assesses, multiculturalism around the world.


The course provides a learning experience that is interactive and multicultural in essence, as it raises questions and comparisons on how issues pertaining to multiculturalism are being addressed at the national and regional levels. Discussions of some of these issues with case studies provided for comparison to share best practices and ideas are encouraged. Through the lectures and discussions, the course hopes to raise awareness of the many challenges that we face today in ASEAN and around the world in confronting diversities and in making multiculturalism and cultural pluralism a way of life.


This course is for anyone interested in Southeast Asia and ASEAN, the region’s diverse cultures as well as its multicultural issues and challenges. It is suitable for anyone who is currently doing a Bachelors’s degree or has completed one in any discipline as well as for anyone who just wants to gain more knowledge of Southeast Asia and ASEAN.


Certificate cost may vary. You will be redirected to the host page for cost and payment options.

Universiti Malaya

This university is part of the partnership between eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn.

This institution is available on eLearnAfrica through partnership with FutureLearn.

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