SPAN 3360 Introductory International Business: Language and Culture

This language and culture course will prepare business and language majors for successful communication in the international business world by building upon their existing knowledge and emphasizing practical, real-life use of oral and written foreign language. This course will introduce the student to essential business terminology and language situations in common business contexts, reinforcing strategies for understanding, interpreting, and responding to new information. This course will also help the student to be alert to the importance of cultural awareness in doing business in foreign countries or with foreigners/nationals in the United States.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

SPAN 2202 or permission of department

Typically Offered

as needed

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Effectively communicate in the formal business setting with professional and focused vocabulary.
2. Understand situations and vocabulary needs of someone working in a Spanish or Latin American business environment.
3. Understand, participate, and communicate in the Spanish business environment.
4. Comprehend the differences and commonalities of the Spanish, Latin American, and American business environments.