We will study the economic idiom related to banking, work, taxes, transactions, correspondence, and the operation of a business enterprise. Economic geography, urban infrastructures, and transportation are examined in connection with commercial viability. In addition to two textbooks, we will use recent articles from French business publications, audio and video documents, and the Internet for web-based tasks. The course web page contains numerous links to help students with their research. This course is taught in French and will require significant oral participation from the students.
Attendance is therefore essential.
Berg, R.-J. Parlons Affaires. Le francis de la communication professionnelle. CLE International, 1993. The final work for the course consists of a team project, and requires extensive Internet research as well as pertinent use of the material studied during the quarter. In lieu of a final exam, there is a formal oral presentation of each team's research and work.