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Business English (Part A)

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: TFEP0105
Type: Compulsory / Basic Studies
Curriculum: T-FE 2010
Level: Bachelor of Business Administration
Year of Study: 1 (2010-2011)
Credits: 3 cr
Responsible Teacher: Harald, Camilla
Language of Instruction: Swedish

Learning Outcomes

The aim of the course is to develop the professional English skills. The student acquires the vocabulary and the skills required in order to be able to express himself / herself in issues regarding the business world. In addition the student gets the basic skills in business communication and correspondence required in contacts with foreign companies.

The student is familiar with central business concepts and terminology. He / she also recognizes and masters the language register typical for the business world. The student understands the requirements for effective communication in working life.

Student's Workload

Total work load: 78 h
- of which scheduled studies: 39 h
- of which autonomous studies 75 h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

The courses of Upper Secondary School, passed level test or Preparatory English course.

Contents

Professional texts, professional terminology, service situations, business letters.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

Current texts and articles, dictionaries, radio programmes.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Class meetings and self studies. Oral and written exercises, team work, projects, oral presenations, final exam.

Assessment Criteria

1 = the student is able to understand and follow the main idea of a text / conversation in his/her field and and attempts to particpate. The student knows the essential vocabulary of the field.
3 = the student understands, follows and produces text / conversation of his / her field with some inaccuracies. The student knows the common vocabulary within the field.
5= the student communicates without difficulty in topics of her / his field. The student possesses an extensive vocabulary in her/his field and in general. The student is interested in improving her/his skills all the time.

Assessment Methods

Active participation in class meetings, oral and written exercises, exam.


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