This Business English course is designed to prepare students to use English in a present or future work situation. Students will develop English skills with a focus on business contexts and environments, and they will learn vocabulary that is used regularly in the business world. This course will help practice and enrich communication skills by using English in specific business settings and situations. By the end of the course, we hope that you will be able to: Develop basic skills to deal with people in business situations Increase their knowledge of key business concepts worldwide Write and read basic business reports, faxes, and memos Expand vocabulary related to general business situations Develop confidence to deal with people and basic issues in the business world Identify differences and similarities between doing business in North America and in other countries

Students will acquire a general knowledge of the basic grammar along with a socio-cultural view of Spanish-speaking countries; they will also achieve basic receptive skills in both oral and written language. Specific Objective Listening: The student will be able to understand oral messages on material needs, physical sensations and personal opinions in a simple, explicit way. Speaking: The student will be able to produce statements concerning basic needs, physical sensations, opinions, and feelings. Reading: The student will be able to understand the gist of short texts concerning topics the student is familiar with.