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In the broad management literature there is no common interpretation (and much misinterpretation) of the following concepts: cross- cultural competence, intercultural competence, cultural knowledge, cultural intelligence, cultural quotient (CQ). In addition, recent research in international management and leadership has focused on the importance of developing a global mindset, which encompasses the above concepts. Furthermore, the confusion over definitions has, in turn, led to delays and false- starts in developing appropriate measures for some of the constructs. Therefore, the purpose of this panel symposium is to engage a group of panelists in a formal, moderated, interactive discussion of (1) the terms above in the context of diversity; (2) the panelists' interpretation of them; (3) the relationships among them; (4) the implications of their use in a culturally diverse work environment; and (5) how they can be measured. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]