Program Descriptions
Business
Communication Skills
Customized small group or one-on-one intensive business language program
designed to boost participant’s language communication skills
in the context
of identified, job-related competencies. Helps clients overcome barriers
to
successful cross-cultural business communication. Prepares clients
to
communicate appropriately and effectively in other settings as well.
Conversation
Strategies/Listening Skills
Individual or small group program trains clients how to interact effectively
and
appropriately through authentic communication. Clients learn to
clearly convey
their intentions and attitudes through incorporating
native speech habits and
voice patterns. Covers strategies for enhancing
listening comprehension and
clarification techniques. The class is custom
tailored to address specific needs
and performance objectives of clients.
Speech
and Accent Reduction
Learn to use the most important elements affecting clear speech: intonation,
stress and rhythm. Participants learn to highlight key ideas, produce
problem
speech sounds, and to smooth out the flow of words so that their
speech is
more easily understood.
English
Grammar Enhancement
Individual assessment directs the focus of this course for students
who wish
to refresh and strengthen their command of English grammar mechanics.
This program covers writing, reading and speaking competencies.
Presentation
Skills for International Speakers
Designed for non-native speakers, this course boosts key business speaking
competencies for meetings and presentations. Clients learn to clearly
present
ideas and results, express points of view, and persuade others
while improving
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