Department of Modern Languages and Linguistics

SPAN 3502 Business Spanish

Pre-requisites: B average in SPAN 3001

This course helps students to master basic commercial Spanish and improves their knowledge of the language in business-related situations. Students are introduced to Spanish business terminology and communication; and develop their skills in understanding and preparing a variety of business documents. Each business aspect is reinforced by written and oral exercises, a review of technical and commercial terms and concepts; translation of business documents, composition of business letters, etc. The importance of cultural and psychological approaches in business communications is also emphasised.

Method of Instruction: 2 lectures and 1 tutorial per week
Assessment: 40% in-course assessment, 60% final examination