English in Economics and Business (vc_047)
About Study Course
Objective
Develop the English language communication skills for study and further work purposes in the chosen specialty and promote the acquisition and practical use of specialised professional terminology.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of English at the level of secondary school programme.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the study course, students will:
• know the most common term used in economics and business for use in various academic and professional situations;
• apply the acquired vocabulary for professional needs, communicate with clients and business partners;
• distinguish between business language styles, find the written and oral information they need.
On successful completion of the study course, students will be able to:
• get the necessary written and spoken information and express their point of view, applying the terms acquired during the course;
• define and apply business terminology;
• write annotations, reports, formal letters, CVs and covering letters;
• make and deliver presentations in English;
• present their ideas in meetings, express suggestions, agreement or disagreement.
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to apply the acquired terminology in different communicative situations and in writing.
