SPAN 407 Advanced Business Spanish
David Knutson · Exhibit - A Showcase of Scholarship, Creativity and Preservation Provided by Xavier University Library (Xavier University) · 2016
This course will challenge upper-level students to work towards advanced language and cultural proficiency in today's Spanish speaking business world.The course will extend the study of vocabulary, business concepts, and situational practice covered in SPAN 306 (Business Spanish), deepening understanding and engagement with more complicated activities and correspondence.We will read and discuss case studies, develop business plans, and connect with business professionals in the area.While language practice will be a natural component to this course, grammar attention will focus on "fixing" specific details that still are problems at this level.Pre-requisites: 6 credits in SPAN 300-310 and 6 credits in SPAN 325-399, or instructor's permission. Course ObjectiveStudents in this course will work towards advanced language and cultural proficiency while exploring business concepts with the study of vocabulary, documents, and practices in the Spanish-speaking world. Learning Outcomes• Students will demonstrate the ability to use Spanish in reading, writing, listening, and speaking as the language is used in contexts of business and commerce.