Booster Course for BEC Higher (Cambridge Business English Certificate)Laajuus (3 ECTS)

Objective

On completion of the course, the students will have achieved reinforced communication skills in business contexts from a holistic perspective and a deeper understanding of the language required from a professional in international and cross-cultural settings as well as an ability to use helpful methods for mastering the BEC exam.

Content

For course contents, the core lessons focus on up-to-date business language in a range of contexts and settings such as meetings, projects, products and processes as well as business correspondence. The course also includes exam-type written and oral activities and tips along with a carefully-designed grammar syllabus with extensive written and oral practice.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has achieved the course objectives on a satisfactory level. The student’s target language communication skills and cultural knowledge are limited compared to the content of the course.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has achieved the course objectives on a good level, but some aspects of the student’s skills and knowledge still require further attention. The student’s target language communication skills and cultural knowledge are good with regard to the content of the course. The student is able to apply the acquired skills in communication situations encountered in studies, work, or free time.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has achieved the course objectives excellently. The student’s target language communication skills and cultural knowledge are strong with regard to the content of the course. The student is able to apply the acquired skills in communication situations encountered in studies, work, or free time.

Further information

This course offers a platform for studying business English with a clear and challenging objective in mind and is particularly suitable for those who wish to apply for an international student exchange programme and thus need a language certificate for their English skills required by most universities in different countries.