経済学部Faculty of Economics

The goal of this course is to assist students acquire the critical English language skills, necessary to develop a better understanding of International Business. Students will be asked to actively participate in a wide variety of activities, designed to develop the core English competencies of reading, writing, listening, speaking, specialized business vocabulary, critical thinking skills, and simple presentations related to business. Students will be expected to actively practice these skills by listening; to a short pod cast, reading, writing, and discussing topics related to business with in a controlled environment. Students will be given homework and assignments. The teacher will ask students to use the assigned textbook, in order to help develop these skills. Students will be expected to actively participate in a variety of oral communication activities, so they will feel comfortable using English to gather information and express their thoughts. Please note that changes to the course will be made as necessary to accommodate the needs of students and the class.

The goal of this course is to assist students acquire the critical English language skills, necessary to develop a better understanding of International Business.

ディプロマポリシーのうち、「DP3」「DP5」に関連

英語 / English

Lecture, individual tasks, pair work, group work, and listening exercises. Feedback for class assignments and tests will be given on Hoppii,FORUM.

あり / Yes

なし / No

※各回の授業形態は予定です。教員の指示に従ってください。

1：Course introduction

Course introduction to learning methodology, topics and expectations of the kind of contribution students will be expected to make to this class during the second semester. Students will be asked to familiarize themselves with Unit 6 in the textbook, Describing Processes.

2：Describing processes

Students will complete a variety of listening and speaking exercises in Unit 6, Describing Processes. Students will learn how to describe a variety of business processes.

3：Describing processes group work

Group work: Students will work together to develop a presentation describing a business process of their own choice. The instructor will guide and assist students in the development of their presentation, as required.

4：Presentation practice and presentation skills

Students will edit and practice their presentation to be given in the next class. The instructor will provide advice and guidance as necessary, along with instruction in presentation skills.

5：Group presentations and discussion

Students will give their presentation in class, and answer questions from the instructor and other students. Emphasis will be placed upon critical thinking skills, problem solving, and a well organized presentation. A discussion will follow after the presentation, regarding important points raised during the question period.

6：Corporate problem solving

Students will complete a variety of listening and speaking exercises in Unit 5, Turning a Company Around. Students will learn how to identify a problem and develop a plan to solve the problem.

7：Corporate problem solving group work

Group work: Students will work together to develop a presentation describing a corporate problem and how a company solved that problem. Students will select a company of their own choice to present as a case study. The instructor will guide and assist students in the development of their presentation, as required.

8：Presentation practice and presentation skills

Students will edit and practice their presentation to be given in the next class. The instructor will provide advice and guidance as necessary, along with instruction in presentation skills.

9：Group presentations and discussion

Students will give their presentation in class, and answer questions from the instructor and other students. Emphasis will be placed upon critical thinking skills, problem solving, and a well organized presentation. A discussion will follow after the presentation, regarding important points raised during the question period.

10：Managing change in a corporation

Students will complete a variety of listening and speaking exercises in Unit 8, Managing Change. Students will learn about the importance of managing change at the personal and corporate level in a Darwinian world.

11：Managing change group work

Group work: Students will work together to develop a presentation, describing a change(s) a company had to make in order to adapt and achieve its corporate goals. Students will select a company of their own choice to present as a case study. The instructor will guide and assist students in the development of their presentation, as required.

12：Presentation practice and presentation skills

Students will edit and practice their presentation to be given in the next class. The instructor will provide advice and guidance as necessary, along with instruction in presentation skills.

13：Group presentations and discussion

Students will give their presentation in class, and answer questions from the instructor and other students. Emphasis will be placed upon critical thinking skills, problem solving, and a well organized presentation. A discussion will follow after the presentation, regarding important points raised during the question period.

14：Course review and discussion

A review of the main points learned during the semester. Group discussions will follow regarding the application of the principles learned to the life of each individual student.

Home preparation for student presentations is a minimum of 4 hours per week required.

Global Links 2, English for International Business, Angela Blackwell, Longman, ISBN 9780130883964

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Participation in class discussion and activities : 40%
Tests : 20%
Presentations : 40%

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