ENGLISH FOR BUSINESS COMMUNICATION
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Requirement in Business English Program
Applicable for Business English Program
Semester in Business English Program
Overview
The course is designed to provide learners with the knowledge, terminology, techniques and skills needed in business communication. It enables learners to exchange information in the business environment; use English language effectively in business events and meetings; and present in English in meetings or conferences. The course also gives learners the opportunity to develop presentation skills in English and to use business terms through classroom activities.
Objectives
| Goals | Description |
|---|---|
| G1 | English knowledge, terminology, and structures, as well as techniques and skills needed in business communication |
| G2 | The ability to exchange information in the business environment; use English language effectively in business events and meetings; and present in English in meetings or conferences |
| G3 | Teamwork and communication skills |
| G4 | The ability to use English and business knowledge to draft business contracts |
Learning Outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Description |
|---|---|
| G1 |
Explain the terminology used in information exchange, meetings and presentations Distinguish the use of different structures and terminology in each specific situation |
| G2 |
Exchange information effectively in the business environment Communicate, discuss and present effectively in meetings or conferences |
| G3 |
Demonstrate good communication skills through classroom learning activities Demonstrate the ability to discuss and assign tasks for group work in learning activities |
| G4 |
Recognize the important role of English language and business in the era of globalization Define the goals to apply English language and business knowledge to draft contracts |
Materials
Baade, K., Holloway, C., Scrivener, J. & Turner, R. (2017). Business Result, Advanced. Oxford University Press.
Duckworth, M. & Turner, R. (2017). Business Result, Upper-Intermediate. Oxford University Press.
Emmerson, P. (2010). Essential Business Grammar Builder. ISBN: 9781405070485 Limited.
Assessment
| Forms | Weight |
|---|---|
| Homework assignments | 25% |
| Tests | 15% |
| Group presentation | 10% |
| Final test | 50% |
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