Professional English: Foundations of Language

Course Description

This course will focus on high-level pronunciation and business skills such as cross-cultural communication, speaking in meetings, and small talk/networking. 

Learning Objectives:

• Determine and use appropriate English word stress, vowel length, rhythm, thought groups, and focus words.
• Communicate using direct/explicit communication.
• Recognize indirect speech when receiving negative feedback.
• Use indirect speech when giving feedback & making requests.
• Identify appropriate small talk topics.
• Understand and use common idioms & metaphors when networking and socializing.