Generalities
The primary aim of teaching English for Business Management students is to equip them with the effective communication skills in the professional context. Proficiency in English enables them to communicate clearly, negotiate, and collaborate in the global business environment. It also enhances their ability to understand and create business documents, presentations, and reports, fostering success in their managerial roles.
Description of the Module: English
Credit: 1
Coefficient: 1
Teaching Hours Per Semester: 45h
Number of hours of the semester | Number of hours for lectures | Hours for Directed Work |
22.5h | 22.5h | / |
Information about the Instructor:
Name : Saoula Yousra
University Degree: Master Degree
Speciality : Didactics
E-mail: yousrasaoula1@gmail.com
The module belongs to: Horizontal Unit
Teaching Methods:
Teaching English online via Moodle Platform, a popular learning management system, involves a variety of methods and activities to engage students effectively. Basically, the instructor will create well-organized courses with clear learning objectives and topics, making it easy for students to navigate and understand the course structure. Also, we will use real-world business case studies to teach language in context, allowing them to apply English skills to practical business scenarios. Moreover, we will facilitate online discussions where students can discuss business topics, share insights, and practice communication skills via Moodle. By combining these methods, the educator can create a comprehensive and interactive online learning experience for teaching English in business management via Moodle platform.
Evaluation Methods:
This module will be evaluated based on a continuous process (TD Mark) + an Exam.
The Targeted Students:
Third Year Business Management Students
Previous Achievements:
Students must have successfully completed the lessons of S1, S2, S3 and S4. They should have
developed a strong understanding of the basic concepts related to their fields of expertise, namely;
Business, Economics, Management, and Finance as well as improved their verbal communication
skills.
Pedagogical Objectives:
- Develop students' proficiency in English for effective written and oral communication in business contexts.
- Enhance students' business-related vocabulary, ensuring they can understand and use industry-specific terms and terminology.
- Equip students with skills to communicate across diverse cultural settings, promoting successful interactions in the global business landscape.
- Teach language skills that facilitate successful negociation and persuasion in business scenarios, contributing to effective decision-making.
- Foster critical thinking skills through analyzing and evaluating business-related information, enabling students to make informed decisions and solve problems.
Description of the Module:
The "English for Business Management" module is designed to enhance the English language skills of third-year businee management students, equipping them with the communication and analytical skills required in the global business industry. This module integrates language proficiency with business concepts, preparing students to communicate effectively, analyze data, and engage in cross-cultural business practices
Programme of the Module:
- Principles of Managerial Accounting
- Leadership and Professional Development
- Human Resources Management
- Information Technology Management
References:
- Ian Mackenzie. (2010). English for Business Studies: A Course for Business Studies and
Economic Studies. Cambridge University Press, 3rd Edition.
- J. Schofied and A. Osborn. (2011). Collins English for Business: Speaking. Harper Collins
Publishers.
- Simon Sweeney. (2019). English for Business Communication. Cambridge University Press.
- Simon Sweeny. (2002). Professional English: Management. Pearson Longman.
- A. Littlejohn. (2008). Professional English Company to Company: A Task-based Approach to
business emails, letters, and faxes. Cambridge University Press, 4th Edition.
- Business, I. (2006). Intelligent Business Coursebook: Intermediate Business English. Pearson
Longman.
- D. Baker and R. Clark. (2011). Oxford English for Careers: Finance. Oxford University Press.
- Ian Mackenzie. (2008). English for the Financial Sector. Cambridge University Press.
- Ian Mackenzie. (2010). English for Business Studies: A Course for Business Studies and
Economic Studies. Cambridge University Press, 3rd Edition.
- J. Schofied and A. Osborn. (2011). Collins English for Business: Speaking. Harper Collins
Publishers.
- Simon Sweeney. (2019). English for Business Communication. Cambridge University Press.
- Simon Sweeny. (2002). Professional English: Management. Pearson Longman.
- J. Schofied and A. Osborn. (2011). Collins English for Business: Speaking. Harper Collins
Publishers.
- Simon Sweeney. (2019). English for Business Communication. Cambridge University Press.
- Simon Sweeny. (2002). Professional English: Management. Pearson Longman.
- A. Littlejohn. (2008). Professional English Company to Company: A Task-based Approach to
business emails, letters, and faxes. Cambridge University Press, 4th Edition.
- Business, I. (2006). Intelligent Business Coursebook: Intermediate Business English. Pearson
Longman.
- D. Baker and R. Clark. (2011). Oxford English for Careers: Finance. Oxford University Press.
- Ian Mackenzie. (2008). English for the Financial Sector. Cambridge University Press.
- Ian Mackenzie. (2010). English for Business Studies: A Course for Business Studies and
Economic Studies. Cambridge University Press, 3rd Edition.
- J. Schofied and A. Osborn. (2011). Collins English for Business: Speaking. Harper Collins
Publishers.
- Simon Sweeney. (2019). English for Business Communication. Cambridge University Press.
- Simon Sweeny. (2002). Professional English: Management. Pearson Longman.
This area will be used by the instructor to post announcements, clasify cource issues, and motivate students.
Students can initiate questions in this forum to their instructor or to their classmates. It also serves as a meeting place for students in the course and allows them to get to know each other "outside" of the course
Each Saturday from 14:00 to 15:30, the instructor and her students will gather in this virtual classroom to attend the lecture.