The Global Phoenix - Issue 2 April - June 2017 | Page 33

LANGUAGE
Bokmål Norwegian is the language spoken by over 80% of
the population, although there are two additional official
languages, Ny Norsk and Sami. Norwegians learn English
at school from age 6 so most are competent with the
language. Some multinational companies also use English
as their corporate language. However, if you really want to
understand, appreciate and enjoy Norway and its rich culture,
it is worth investing in language lessons.
THE EXPATRIATE EXPERIENCE
Moving to Norway as an expatriate
will not only afford the opportunity to
be part of a growing and innovative
business environment but also to enjoy
a land with fantastic natural beauty.
The systems and procedures make the overall process
of relocating to the country relatively easy. The internal
infrastructure ensures easy movement and therefore greater
opportunity to experience greater areas of the country.
Norwegians are proud of their ranking as the “best place
to live in the world” and are welcoming to new workers and
visitors who want to experience their wonderful country.
Author: Carol Akporiaye; Global
Mobility Manager, International
Network of Norway, Oslo
Chamber of Commerce, Norway.
Carol is a Global Mobility Manager with INN,
International Network of Norway. The group
is part of the Oslo Chamber of Commerce
and offers all-round relocation services
to a wide range of companies in diverse
industries. With key account responsibility
for local corporations and international
RMC’s she provides support and advice in
all relocation services offered by INN. These
include the standard relocation services in addition to personal tailor-made
services provided to members. Within this area, Carol specialises in one-
to-one support to spouses / partners of expatriates covering job seeking
processes, networking, work culture and cultural awareness.
Carol has a Master’s degree in European Industrial Relations and Human
Resource Management from the University of Keele, UK, and a Bachelor
Degree in Applied Psychology from University of Sussex, UK. She has also
recently qualified as a Coach with the Coach Training Institute, Norway. An
expatriate herself, Carol also has many years of experience working with
Global Mobility. INN holds EuRA Global Quality Seal certification.
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