This subject has been meticulously crafted to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in international business communications. Students will enhance their English communication skills through a task-based approach involving role-play, discussions, group assignments, and case studies. The course, led by a classroom instructor, employs various tools such as lectures, class discussions, projects, case studies, role play, and open class dialogue.

Knowledge Core Competency: Upon completion of this subject, students are expected to grasp business communication concepts, preparing them to communicate effectively in a business environment.

Objectives:

1. Express ideas and opinions effectively in verbal communication.
2. Attentively listen to and interpret short extracts, express personal preferences, and respond to questions.
3. Draw from personal and business experiences to enrich discussions.
4. Develop listening skills, including prediction, listening for specific information, ordering facts, note-taking, and correcting summaries.
5. Enhance reading skills through various tasks.
6. Utilize spoken and written communication skills in key business areas, such as presentations, meetings, negotiations, telephoning, problem-solving, social English, and business correspondence and report writing.
7. Incorporate information from case studies to understand business problems and formulate possible solutions.

Skill Core Competency: Upon completion of this subject, students are expected to effectively communicate in a business environment, employing speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.

Objectives:

1. Deliver speeches or presentations to individuals or groups, using proper English vocabulary relevant to the topic.
2. Listen to conversations, interpret information, and respond appropriately to the topic.
3. Read business correspondence, extracting and comprehending presented ideas.
4. Analyze case studies, interpret concepts and ideas, and provide meaningful feedback to address stated issues.
5. Write reports, letters, emails, and other correspondence using proper business English to convey ideas and thoughts effectively.