Enterprises need to understand the potential existence of political, social and economic factors that can impact their ability to grow and compete on international markets. Global English has developed as the international language of trade and commerce and the ability to use it effectively is an essential tool in doing business at the international level. The lessons will examine the key characteristics of Global English and through case studies illustrate strategies of cultural mediation in international business settings, such as in negotiations, contract disputes, etc..
Improve English language skills in the business/commercial sectors as well as for academic purposes. Consolidate the B2 English language level.
AIMS AND LEARING OUTCOMES The course aims to increase students’ communicative competence and knowledge in these specific topic areas: In detail this means: Global English as 'lingua franca', examples of making English easier to understand; culture shock and facing diversity in operational and legislative enviromments; 'case studies'. The course aim to: -improve receptive and productive skills in English as a second language at and beyond B2 level; -provide students with the tools necessary to understand propositional and topic structure and organization in management-related texts; -prepare students also for internationally recognized English language certifications at B2 & C1 level CEFR; -become confident with using English in a range of settings.
The minimum level of competence in English as a second or non-native language is B2.1 (CEFR).
Face-to-face lessons based on sector-specific syllabus content with a variety of group and individual task responses.
Students who have valid certification of physical or learning disabilities on file with the University and who wish to discuss possible accommodations or other circumstances regarding lectures, coursework and exams, should speak both with the instructor and with Prof. Serena Scotto (scotto@economia.unige.it), the Department’s disability liaison.
Teaching resources covering the main topic areas of the post-graduate degree course 'Management internazionale interculturale', plus the features of Global English, as 'lingua franca', examples of making English easier to understand; culture shock and facing diversity in operational and legislative enviromments; 'case studies'.
All material will be be available on a dedicated Aulaweb course.
Ricevimento: Appointments can be fixed for meetings in the Department or on Teams.
CLARA BENEVOLO (President)
SILVIA BRUZZI
JUSTIN RAINEY
RICCARDO SPINELLI
The course is taught in the first semester following the calendar and schedule fixed by the Department of Economics (DIEC). Schedule and classroom details are available on 'EASYACADEMY'.
