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Business English Communication Skills SpecializationUniversity of Washington

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About this Specialization

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This Specialization is designed to teach you to communicate effectively in English in professional contexts. You will expand your English vocabulary, improve your ability to write and speak in English in both social and professional interactions, and learn terminology and skills that you can apply to business negotiations, telephone conversations, written reports and emails, and professional presentations.

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Intermediate Level

Approximately 6 months to complete

Suggested pace of 5 hours/week

English

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Approximately 6 months to complete

Suggested pace of 5 hours/week

English

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When you finish every course and complete the hands-on project, you'll earn a Certificate that you can share with prospective employers and your professional network.

There are 5 Courses in this Specialization

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Course 1

Business English: Networking

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This course begins with a welcome message and an overview of the Specialization. After this introduction, you will be asked to take a proficiency test to see if this course is right for you.

During the course, you will begin learning vocabulary and customs related to socializing and networking in English. The goal is to enable you to interact with business contacts in person, on the phone and over email in a professional way. Course Learning Objectives • Determine whether the objectives of this Specialization align with your learning goals • Evaluate your current level of proficiency in business English communication • Present relevant information about yourself in a discussion forum • Develop your networking skills • Write short emails with appropriate formatting • Recognize and produce formal and informal language in emails • Develop vocabulary related to jobs and companies

Course2

Course 2

Business English: Meetings

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This course will teach you vocabulary and skills related to participating in meetings. You will learn terms and phrases used both in email and in speaking to arrange, participate in, and conclude meetings. The goals of this course are to enable you to participate effectively in on-site meetings and teleconferences and to prepare you to write a proposal as an outcome of a meeting.

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Course 3

Business English: Planning & Negotiating

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In this course, the context is hosting an event and finding an appropriate venue for it. You will learn language and strategies for successful negotiations culminating in a written announcement for an event.

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Course 4

Business English: Making Presentations

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This course teaches you language and techniques that will help you make effective presentations in English. The final task is to develop a well-organized, persuasive presentation using charts and graphs that sells your city as a venue.

Instructors

Richard Moore

Extension Lecturer, International & English Language Programs

UW Continuum College

376,603 Learners

8 Courses

Wendy Asplin
Top Instructor

Extension Lecturer, International & English Language Programs

UW Continuum College

50,540 Learners

1 Course

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University of Washington

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Will I earn university credit for completing the Specialization?
This Specialization doesn't carry university credit, but some universities may choose to accept Specialization Certificates for credit. Check with your institution to learn more.
How long does it take to complete the Specialization?
Time to completion can vary based on your schedule, but most learners are able to complete the Specialization in about 6 to 7 months.
What background knowledge is necessary?
The specialization focuses on students who have an intermediate level of English, with a minimum of two years of formal language study.
Do I need to take the courses in a specific order?
We recommend taking all the courses in the order presented, as each subsequent course will build on material from previous courses, but you can also take individual courses.

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