And some are non-native English speaking professionals or academics who work in Northern California but who see the need to improve their conversational fluency in order to advance professionally. A ten-week, fulltime program focusing on grammar, vocabulary, speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. Communication and Culture Program Four-week program with 80 hours of instruction offered once in winter and twice each summer. Management Program for International Professionals Learn about American management practices and culture in this unique eight-week program designed for management professionals in international organizations. Orientation to U.S. Business and Management Practices is a five-week course.
Participants take one course, or enroll in the complete two-course program for a reduced fee.
This course is designed for physicians, dentists and other health professionals who want to improve their ability to communicate effectively in English in a healthcare setting. This course is designed for international legal professionals or law students and provides an introduction or review of English as used by legal professionals in the United States. It is open to all international students who would benefit. These programs range from those that emphasize English proficiency and American culture to those that are related to content expertise of the university. This is an ideal way to ensure that the specific educational needs of a group of participants are addressed.