Business Communication (German) (3cr)

Objective

The students master common business communication situations in German both orally and in writing, being able to efficiently and interactively utilise different communication media in accordance with relevant national layout standards and business practices. They are able to use the structures and field-specific vocabulary of basic business communication, considering the German business culture.

Content

Basic business communication (inquiries, requests for quotation, quotations, orders, order confirmations, invoices) in writing (e-mail, fax, business letter), as well as in negotiations and on the phone; the structures and professional vocabulary of basic business communication.

Qualifications

Common European Framework of Reference, level A2/B1 (see the intranet / Language Centre).

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Mastery of the subject, active class participation