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Centre for Professional and Business English

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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Words at Work
Start Date:Location:
 2010-01-08 7:00-10:00 pmFriday PolyUBook this course
 
Price: $2800 Duration: 18 hours 
Overview
The course will help you expand the range of language you use to express yourself in English, especially in professional and business contexts.

The course provides guided input and practice opportunities in the use of a wide range of words and expressions that occur when talking about work and business. It draws entirely on authentic sources.
Who is it for?
Anyone who feels unable to express themselves in English as clearly as they would like to because of a limited range of language
Intermediate / Executives
Industry: All
What will I learn?
The course will help you to:
• consolidate the vocabulary you have already acquired
• start using words you recognise but rarely use
• reuse familiar words in new patterns
• build up a wide range of professional language

In addition to words and expressions, the course also pays attention to related words, word grammar, word partners and easily confused words. It also provides advice on how to store, remember and extend your vocabulary.

Key focus areas include:
• Business and businesses
• Production
• Sales
• Business performance
• Finance
• Marketing
• Customer service
Course Topics
Remarks
10% off for registrations by 31 October 2009
20% for 2 registrations and
30% for 3 or more registrations