Fall, odd-numbered years. A high intermediate level course emphasizing language skills needed in specific career fields for general use in public situations. Special textbooks and other materials are used to develop vocabulary, speaking, reading and writing skills needed in professional settings. Requires a minimum of intermediate high proficiency in reading, writing and oral skills. Business Spanish develops the lexicon utilized in different areas of business, such as accounting, banking, credit, loans, business law, real estate, and management.
Practical application is provided through projects performed in the business community.
Requires a minimum of intermediate high proficiency in reading, writing and oral skills. A selection of poetry and drama introduces students to the wide range of literature produced in Latin America since the Spanish conquest, but modern works will be emphasized. The course stresses the use of literature as a tool to understand the values, behavior and conflicts characteristic of the times and culture rather than focusing on details of literary style. Requires a minimum of intermediate high proficiency in reading, writing and oral skills. SPAN 30 or permission of instructor.