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1 Faculty of Business Management and Social Sciences Module Descriptions Language Modules Visiting students shall decide on their choice of modules for their study stay at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences (OS UAS) by means of the modules listed in the online learning agreement: The language course offer can vary in the winter and summer terms, and not all levels are offered in every, either. At the beginning of the lecture period, you can gather from the portal OSCA (the Intranet and campus management system of OS UAS) which languages with which levels will actually be taught. The language modules require a minimum or maximum number of participants resp. Therefore you must be flexible enough to switch to alternative modules at the beginning of the lecture period. No guarantee can be given that the modules at our faculty may not be altered, cancelled or otherwise amended on short notice. The information listed here is also subject to changes. More information on the language modules and their requirements are given at: As of: 14 February 2018

2 INDEX: Chinese 1 (Basic Course) / HSK 1 / CEFR A Chinese 2 (Elementary Course) / HSK 2 / CEFR A Chinese 3 (Advanced Course) / HSK 3 / CEFR B English 2 (Advanced Course) / CEFR A2/B English 3 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B1/B English 4 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B2/C Specialization Advanced Business Conversation/Negotiation in English (CEFR C1/C2), equivalent to English French 1 (Basic Course) / CEFR A French 2 (Advanced Course) / CEFR A French 3 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B1/B French 4 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B2/C French 5 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR C1/C German 1 (Basic Course) / CEFR A German 2 (Advanced Course) / CEFR A German 3 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B German 4 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B German 5 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR C1/C Russian 1 (Basic Course) / CEFR A Russian 2 (Advanced Course) / CEFR A Russian 3 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B Russian 4 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B Russian 5 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR C1/C Spanish 1 (Fast-Track Basic Course) / CEFR A1 (Spanish 1 + 2, Part 1) Spanish 2 (Fast-Track Advanced Course) / CEFR A2/B1 (Spanish 1 + 2, Part 2) Spanish 1 (Basic Course) / CEFR A Spanish 2 (Advanced Course) / CEFR A2/B Spanish 3 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B1/B Spanish 4 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B2/C Spanish 5 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR C1/C Optional Languages on demand only: Dutch, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, or further languages Dutch 1 (Basic Course) / CEFR A Dutch 2 (Advanced Course) / CEFR A Dutch 3 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B Dutch 4 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B Dutch 5 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR C1/C Italian 1 (Basic Course) Italian 2 (Advanced Course) Italian 3 (Language for Specific Purposes) Portuguese 1 (Basic Course) Portuguese 2 (Advanced Course) Portuguese 3 (Language for Specific Purposes) Polish 1 (Basic Course)... 28

3 LANGUAGE MODULES CEFR: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages Chinese 1 (Basic Course) / HSK 1 / CEFR A1 Previous knowledge Basic command of German recommendable for explanations by teacher and lecture material in German Winter : Chinese, German Summer : Chinese, German Chinese 2 (Elementary Course) / HSK 2 / CEFR A2 Previous knowledge Chinese 1 (Basic Course)/HSK 1 or equivalent knowledge, basic command of German recommendable for explanations by teacher and lecture material in German, might not be offered in every The students who have successfully studied this module have an active vocabulary of ca 300 words and can read ca. 360 Chinese characters. They are able to communicate in simple and everyday situations, when it is about a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and common things (e. g. the own background and education, shopping, the direct environment etc.). Pronunciation: sentential emphasis Chinese characters: reading ca. 360 Grammar: adverbs, adjectives, imperatives, complements etc. Dialogs on situations of everyday life Regional studies and the Chinesische culture Seminaristic lecture, language laboratory, individual work, teamwork Winter : Chinese, German Summer : Chinese, German Chinese 3 (Advanced Course) / HSK 3 / CEFR B1 Previous knowledge Chinese 2 (Advanced Course)/HSK 2 or equivalent knowledge, might not be offered in every 3

4 The students who have successfully studied this module have an active vocabulary of ca 600 words and can read and write ca. 660 Chinese characters. They are able to talk easily and coherently about familiar topics (experiences, incidents, hopes, aims etc.) and personal areas of interest. They can understand the core statement of a dialog or text if a clear standard language is used and when familiar topics from work, school, leisure time. are concerned. Chinese characters: ca. 300 new characters Grammar: further types of complements, typical sentence structures Complicated and detailed expressions on topics of everyday life Regional studies and the Chinesische culture Seminaristic lecture, language laboratory, individual work, teamwork Winter : Chinese Summer : Chinese 4

5 English 2 (Advanced Course) / CEFR A2/B1 Previous knowledge English CEFR A1 or equivalent knowledge, appropriate level Deepening the knowledge of grammatical structures. Extending communicative competencies in everyday life and professional situations (Business English). Analysing and reproducing texts on regional studies. Reflecting cultural peculiarities and differences. 1. Different topics from society, politics, economy with relevance for the students of all study areas 2. Reading of didactic and easy authentic texts 3. Deepening communication exercises 4. Oral and written text reproduction 5. Discussions, short seminar papers 6. Exercises for grammar, idioms, lexis and syntax 7. Introduction to business language Individual work, partner work and teamwork, seminar papers, role-plays, discussion, e-learning Winter : English Summer : English English 3 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B1/B2 This module comprises ONE course with a total of 4 contact hours/week (= 180 min. = 3 hours), usually held on two days by two different teachers. Only one of the courses listed in OSCA must be selected, but both classes of both teachers have to be attended to get full 5. The course deals with Business Management and general English in one class and focuses on subject-specific English in the other class. See also below for explanations of abbreviations of study programs and translations of study areas, after last module description for English. Previous knowledge English 2/CEFR A2/B1 or equivalent knowledge, appropriate level A good command of the business vocabulary. Arranging a job application. Knowledge of the economic and societal structure of the target language countries. Writing of seminar papers in the foreign language. Developing communicative competencies in discussions. Competent handling of grammatical and idiomatic structures. 5

6 1. Reading, analysis and discussion of selected articles from textbooks and business press 2. Economic terminology, especially of enterprises 3. Case studies on the topic entrepreneurship 4. Oral and written text reproduction 5. Discussions and short seminar papers 6. Repetition of grammatical and idiomatic structures in a professional context The contents for the single study areas vary. More specific descriptions can be found in the OSCA portal, access via the link at English language modules. Seminar, teamwork, role-plays, exercises, discussions, independent work Winter : English Summer : English English 4 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B2/C1 This module is subdivided into TWO courses with a total of 4 contact hours/week (= 180 min. = 3 hours), marked with part 1 and part 2. Two parts must be chosen and attended to get full 5. Please observe any given restricted combination, the other parts can be freely combined. If you are unsure whether you have chosen a proper combination, ask the teachers at the beginning of the lecture period. Part 1 (1.5 hours): Marked with degree program, e. g. IBM1 (= B.A. International Business and Management) or all (= all degree programs), deals with general and Business Management English and grammar, incorporating advanced topical issues and vocabulary. Part 2 (1.5 hours): Marked with degree program, e. g. IBM1 or all or Business Simulation, deals with subject-specific English focussing on topical issues in the designated fields. See also below for explanations of abbreviations of study programs and translations of study areas, after last module description for English. Previous knowledge English 3/CEFR B1/B2 or equivalent knowledge, appropriate level A good command of the terminology of business management and economics. Knowledge of the current social and economic development of the target language countries. Comprehension of authentic business texts. Secure production of own texts and seminar papers on the above-mentioned topics, project work. Mastering language structures when communicating about subject-specific contents. Sensibility for intercultural differences. 6

7 1.Reading, analysis and discussion of selected articles from textbooks and business press 2. Reading, analysis and discussion of authentic business texts about social and economic affairs in English-speaking countries 3. Consolidation of topics in seminar papers, discussions and project papers 4. Exercises in text layout and presentation of complex contexts 5. Consolidation of grammar, syntax and communicative skills 6. Case studies on intercultural differences The topics of the second part of this course usually deal with different subject areas (see below not all of them are offered every though, more information will be given to you by the teachers at the start of the lecture period). The basic teaching material are videos and original texts from different media. One focus is put on political economics regional studies, and the following geopolitical areas are covered: European Union (EU) United Kingdom (UK) United States (US) United States and Canada (US/CA) Australia, New Zealand (AU/NZ) Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa (BRICS) Business and Economics (BusEco): deals with different business management and economic topics, of basic kind or everyday politics Business Simulation: combines work on a business simulation with a variety of business language practice as required in a company context. Topics here are inter alia the following central aspects: history national characteristics political and legal systems media foreign affairs relationship to other countries current affairs The contents for the single study areas vary. For more specific descriptions ask your teachers. Lecture with seminar character, individual work, partner work and teamwork, discussions, seminar papers, projects, independent work Winter : English Summer : English 7

8 Specialization Advanced Business Conversation/Negotiation in English (CEFR C1/C2), equivalent to English 5 Previous knowledge Unless English is your mother tongue: Appropriate level will be ascertained by language certificate (completed C1 CEFR level or equivalent knowledge) or online placement test at start of (admission to English 5), alternatively completion of preceding module English 4/CEFR B2/C1 of our faculty. A good command of the terminology of business management and economics. Knowledge of the current social and economic development of the target language countries. Comprehension of authentic business texts. Secure production of own texts and seminar papers on the above-mentioned topics, project work. Mastering language structures when communicating about subject-specific contents. Sensibility for intercultural differences. 1. Research, reading, analysis and discussion of selected topics on business and economic-political topics based on authentic articles from textbooks and the English business and economic press relating to basic affairs and events of everyday politics 2. Examination of international economic relations from the perspective of the target language countries 3. Fundamental principles and practice of the conduct of negotiations in an international and intercultural context 4. Case studies, simulations and project work on topics of international and intercultural management 5. Consolidation of topics in seminar papers, discussions, project work and negotiations 6. Consolidation of the terminology of business management, economics and international management 7. Exemplary consolidation of grammar, syntax and communicative skills Seminar-type lectures, teamwork, partner and individual work, discussions, presentations, project work, self-study Winter : English Summer : English 8

9 Abbreviations of the degree programs IBM: IM: BABM: ÖM: ÖV: (A)VWL: BWR: WIP: BIG: BIM MIWI: BScP: ELP: EPdual: BASA: alle/all: ML-UI: International Business and Management International Management Business Management Public Management Public Administration (Applied) Economics Business Law Business Psychology Business Management in the Health Sector Business Information Management Midwifery Nursing/Nursing Science Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy (dual) Social Work for all degree programs, can be chosen by students of all study areas Course book Market Leader Upper Intermediate Translation of the study areas in the languages Fachsprache (FS): Management: Wirtschaft: Recht: Wirtschaft und Recht: Psychologie: Gesundheitsmanagement: Pflege: Physiotherapie: Soziale Arbeit: Ergotherapie, Logopädie, Physiotherapie: Therapiefachberufe: Language for Specific Purposes Management Economics Law Business and Law Psychology Health Management Nursing Physiotherapy Social Work Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Physiotherapy Therapy professions 9

10 French 1 (Basic Course) / CEFR A1 Previous knowledge 200 lessons in French, basic command of German recommendable for explanations by teacher and lecture material in German The students shall master confidently the basics of language acquisition: grammar, communicative competencies in everyday life, techniques for the acquisition of a foreign language, terminology of regional studies. 1. Basic grammatical structures 2. Situations of everyday life 3. Regional studies 4. Listening and reading comprehension 5. Dealing with texts 6. Training of vocabulary Teamwork, independent work, short seminar papers Winter : French, German Summer : French, German French 2 (Advanced Course) / CEFR A2 Previous knowledge French 1/CEFR A1 or equivalent knowledge, basic command of German recommendable for explanations by teacher and lecture material in German, appropriate level ascertained by language certificate or placement test at start of Deepening and commanding the knowledge of grammatical structures. Extending communicative competencies in everyday life and professional situations. Speech security: preparation and presentation of short seminar papers. Exercises for grammar, idioms, lexis and syntax Teamwork and individual work, seminar papers Winter : French, German Summer : French, German 10

11 French 3 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B1/B2 Previous knowledge French 2/CEFR A2 or equivalent knowledge, appropriate level Acquisition and command of economic vocabulary. Arranging a job application. Knowledge of the economic and societal structure in France. Writing of short seminar papers. Developing communicative competencies in discussions. Examination of management topics. 1. Economic terminology, especially of enterprises 2. Case studies on the topic entrepreneurship 3. Research of French companies (Michelin, Club Med, Decathlon, Cofidis, etc.) on the Internet and presentation of outcomes 4. Analysis and discussion of selected articles from business press 5. Translation of economic texts from business press Teamwork, independent work, exercises, seminar papers, discussions Winter : French Summer : French French 4 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B2/C1 Previous knowledge French 3/CEFR B1/B2 or equivalent knowledge, appropriate level A good command of the terminology of business management and economics. Knowledge of the current social and economical development in France by means of authentic business texts. Secure production of own texts and seminar papers on the above-mentioned topics, project work. Mastering language structures when communicating about subject-specific contents. Sensibility for intercultural differences. 1. Reading, analysis and discussion of authentic business texts about economic affairs in France 2. Consolidation of topics in seminar papers, discussions and project papers 3. Exercises in text layout and presentation of complex contexts 4. Case studies on intercultural differences Teamwork, seminar papers, projects, case studies Winter : French Summer : French 11

12 French 5 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR C1/C2 Previous knowledge French 4/CEFR B2/C1 equivalent knowledge, appropriate level Significance of brands for the consumer, handling of brand identity and brand portfolio, growth strategies for brands, expansion of brands. LVMH, PPR, Cartier, Chanel, Hernès, Dior, L'Oréal: All these names stand for beauty, elegance and for objects which made the reputation of the French luxury industry famous in the world. Even though the turbulences in the financial markets have affected this branch, experts for luxury goods assume that the demand for status symbols will increase again soon. This means that, in the medium term, the demand for managers in these firms, satisfying the dreams of luxury, will grow. The focus of this lecture is to offer an insight into the world of French luxury companies based on texts from business press and on TV reports Teamwork, seminar papers, projects, case studies Winter : French Summer : French 12

13 German 1 (Basic Course) / CEFR A1 Previous knowledge None The students shall master confidently the basics of language acquisition: grammar, communicative competencies in everyday life, techniques for the acquisition of a foreign language, terminology of regional studies. 1. Basic grammatical structures 2. Situations of everyday life 3. Regional studies 4. Listening and reading comprehension 5. Dealing with texts 6. Training of vocabulary Partner work and teamwork, independent work, short seminar papers, role-plays, e-learning Winter : German, English Summer : German, English German 2 (Advanced Course) / CEFR A2 Previous knowledge German 1/CEFR A1 (e. g. International Winter/Summer Language School German) or equivalent knowledge, appropriate level. Students who have attended the Winter/Summer School do not have to take the placement test again in German as the final examinations of these courses qualify them for the adequate German modules. Deepening the knowledge of grammatical structures. Extending communicative competencies in everyday life and professional situations. Analysing and reproducing texts about regional studies. Reflecting cultural peculiarities and differences. 1. Exercises for grammar, idioms, lexis and syntax 2. Deepening communication exercises 3. Reading of didactic and authentic texts 4. Oral and written text reproduction 5. Discussions 6. Short seminar papers 13

14 Individual work, partner work and teamwork, seminar papers, roleplays, e-learning Winter : German, English Summer : German, English German 3 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B1 Previous knowledge German 2/CEFR A2 (e. g. International Winter/Summer Language School German) or equivalent knowledge, appropriate level. Students who have attended the Winter/Summer School do not have to take the placement test again in German as the final examinations of these courses qualify them for the adequate German modules. A good command of the business vocabulary. Knowledge of the economic and societal structure in Germany. Writing of seminar papers. Developing communicative competencies in discussions. Competent handling of grammatical and idiomatic structures. 1. Economic geography of Germany 2. School education and vocational training, study and occupation in Germany 3. Media, travelling and mobility 4. Case studies on the topic entrepreneurship 5. Application training 6. Analysis and discussion of selected articles from textbooks and business press 7. Seminar papers 8. Repetition of grammatical and idiomatic structures in a professional context Teamwork, independent work, seminar papers, discussions Winter : German Summer : German German 4 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B2 Previous knowledge German 3/CEFR B1 (e. g. International Winter/Summer Language School German) or equivalent knowledge, appropriate level. Students who have attended the Winter/Summer School do not have to take the placement test again in German as the final examinations of these courses qualify them for the adequate German modules. 14

15 A good command of the terminology of business management and economics. Comprehension of authentic business texts. Secure production of own texts and seminar papers on the above-mentioned topics, project work. Mastering language structures when communicating about subject-specific contents. Sensibility for intercultural differences. 1. Reading, analysis and discussion of authentic business texts on economic affairs 2. Consolidation of topics in seminar papers, discussions and project papers 3. Exercises in text layout and presentation of complex contexts 4. Deepening of grammar, syntax and communicative skills Teamwork, independent work, exercises, seminar papers, projects Winter : German Summer : German German 5 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR C1/C2 Previous knowledge German 4/CEFR B2 (e. g. International Winter/Summer Language School German) or equivalent knowledge, consolidated knowledge of the linguistic structures, being acquainted with and knowing how to use business vocabulary, own intercultural experiences, appropriate level. Students who have attended the Winter/Summer School do not have to take the placement test again in German as the final examinations of these courses qualify them for the adequate German modules. Instruction Knowledge of the economic cooperations and relations between Germany and the international market. Ability to analyse and deal critically with current issues. Communicating with simultaneous consideration of corporate cultures and intercultural soft skills. Problem-solving competencies. Proficiency in negotiating. 1. Analysis of current developments by means of business texts 2. Examination of selected issues of the national and international economy 3. Theory and practice of intercultural management 4. Project work on selected issues 5. Consolidation of the terminology of business management, economics and international management 6. Research, analysis and discussion of current developments by means of business literature and business press 7. Examination of international economic relations from the perspective of the target language country Seminar papers, reports, projects, discussions, e-learning, study trips, teamwork Winter : German Summer : German 15

16 Russian 1 (Basic Course) / CEFR A1 Previous knowledge None The students shall master confidently the basics of language acquisition: grammar, communicative competencies in everyday life, techniques for the acquisition of a foreign language, terminology of regional studies. 1. Basic grammatical structures 2. Situations of everyday life 3. Regional studies 4. Listening and reading comprehension 5. Dealing with texts 6. Training of vocabulary Teamwork, independent work Winter : Russian, English Summer : Russian, English Russian 2 (Advanced Course) / CEFR A2 Previous knowledge Russian 1/CEFR A1 or equivalent knowledge, appropriate level Deepening the knowledge of grammatical structures. Extending communicative competencies in everyday life and professional situations. Analysing and reproducing texts on regional studies. Reflecting cultural peculiarities and differences. 1. Exercises for grammar, idioms, lexis and syntax 2. Deepening communication exercises 3. Reading of didactic and easy authentic texts 4. Oral and written text reproduction 5. Discussions 6. Short seminar papers Individual work and teamwork, seminar papers, role-plays, e-learning Winter : Russian, English Summer : Russian, English 16

17 Russian 3 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B1 Previous knowledge Russian 2/CEFR A2 or equivalent knowledge, appropriate level A good command of the business vocabulary. Arranging a job application. Knowledge of the economic and societal structure of the target language countries. Writing of seminar papers in the foreign language. Developing communicative competencies in discussions. Competent handling of grammatical and idiomatic structures. 1. Economic terminology, especially of enterprises 2. Case studies on the topic entrepreneurship 3. Application training 4. Analysis and discussion of selected articles from textbooks and business press 5. Seminar papers 6. Repetition of grammatical and idiomatic structures in a professional context Teamwork, independent work, exercises, seminar papers, discussions Winter : Russian Summer : Russian Russian 4 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B2 Previous knowledge Russian 3/CEFR B1 or equivalent knowledge, appropriate level A good command of the terminology of economics. Knowledge of the current social and economical development of the target language countries. Comprehension of authentic business texts. Secure production of own texts and seminar papers on the above-mentioned topics, project work. Mastering language structures when communicating about subject-specific contents. Sensibility for intercultural differences. 1. Reading, analysis and discussion of authentic business texts about economic affairs in the respective linguistic area 2. Consolidation of topics in seminar papers, discussions and project papers 3. Exercises in text layout and presentation of complex contexts 4. Consolidation of grammar, syntax and communicative skills 5. Case studies on intercultural differences 17

18 Teamwork, independent work, exercises, seminar papers, projects, case studies Winter : Russian Summer : Russian Russian 5 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR C1/C2 Previous knowledge Russian 4/CEFR B2 or equivalent knowledge, appropriate level Evaluation of the experiences made during the study and placement abroad. Knowledge of the most important sources of information. Knowing the position of the target language countries in their economic area and in supranational organizations. Proficiency in negotiating safely in a foreign linguistic and foreign cultural context. Competent handling of working methods and techniques in the foreign language. 1. Consolidation of the terminology of business management, economics and international management 2. Research, analysis and discussion of current articles from the business press 3. Examination of international economic relations from the perspective of the target language countries 4. Case studies, simulations and project work on topics of international and intercultural management Teamwork, independent work, exercises, seminar papers, projects, case studies, training of intercultural soft skills, negotiations Winter : Russian Summer : Russian 18

19 Spanish 1 (Fast-Track Basic Course) / CEFR A1 (Spanish 1 + 2, Part 1) Fast-track course, only valid in combination with Spanish 2 (Fast-Track Advanced Course)/CEFR A2/B1 (Spanish 1 + 2, Part 2) - 22B0496. Add course to final learning agreement only, AFTER you have cleared the details with and received the OK for this option from the teacher at the start of the lecture period. Previous knowledge Basic command of German recommendable for explanations by teacher and lecture material in German. Basic knowledge of grammar, syntax, communicative skills and reading techniques. 1. Communication: dialogues on everyday life and professional situations 2. Listening and reading comprehension: descriptive and comparative texts from everyday life and regional studies 3. Grammar: verbs in present tense, gerund and perfect tense, articles, prepositions, personal and possessive pronouns, etc. Individual work, partner work and teamwork Winter : Spanish, German Summer : Spanish, German Spanish 2 (Fast-Track Advanced Course) / CEFR A2/B1 (Spanish 1 + 2, Part 2) Fast-track course, only valid in combination with Spanish 1 (Fast-Track Basic Course)/CEFR A1 (Spanish 1 + 2, Part 1) - 22B0495. Add course to final learning agreement only, AFTER you have cleared the details with and received the OK for this option from the teacher at the start of the lecture period. Previous knowledge Spanish 1/CEFR A1 or equivalent knowledge, basic command of German recommendable for explanations by teacher and lecture material in German, appropriate level ascertained by language certificate or placement test at start of. A good command of the basic knowledge of grammar, syntax and communication. Mastering university-related study and working techniques. Regional studies. 1. Grammar: verbs in past tenses, subjunctive, imperative, future tense, conditional clauses, pronouns, prepositions 2. Listening and reading comprehension: texts from everyday life and regional studies 3. Working techniques: methods of text production and text development 4. Speech security: preparation and presentation of short seminar papers 19

20 Individual work, partner work and teamwork Winter : Spanish, German Summer : Spanish, German Spanish 1 (Basic Course) / CEFR A1 Previous knowledge Basic command of German recommendable for explanations by teacher and lecture material in German Basic knowledge of grammar, syntax, communicative skills and reading techniques. 1. Communication: dialogues on everyday life and professional situations 2. Listening and reading comprehension: descriptive and comparative texts from everyday life and regional studies 3. Grammar: verbs in present tense, gerund and perfect tense, articles, prepositions, personal and possessive pronouns, etc. Individual work, partner work and teamwork Winter : Spanish, German Summer : Spanish, German Spanish 2 (Advanced Course) / CEFR A2/B1 Previous knowledge Spanish 1/CEFR A1 or equivalent knowledge, basic command of German recommendable for explanations by teacher and lecture material in German, appropriate level ascertained by language certificate or placement test at start of. A good command of the basic knowledge of grammar, syntax and communication. Mastering university-related study and working techniques. Regional studies. 1. Grammar: verbs in past tenses, subjunctive, imperative, future tense, conditional clauses, pronouns, prepositions 2. Listening and reading comprehension: texts from everyday life and regional studies 3. Working techniques: methods of text production and text development 4. Speech security: preparation and presentation of short seminar papers 20 Individual work, partner work and teamwork Winter : Spanish, German Summer : Spanish, German

21 Spanish 3 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B1/B2 Previous knowledge Spanish 2/CEFR A2/B1 or equivalent knowledge, consolidated knowledge of grammar and vocabulary of general regional studies, appropriate level ascertained by language certificate or placement test at start of Basic knowledge of economic terminology. General and current economics in Spain. Extension and consolidation of syntax and grammar. Independent application of study and working techniques. 1. Expansion and deepening of the grammatical knowledge (passive, subjunctive, conditional, conditional clauses) 2. Introduction into the general professional language of economics 3. Economics and social studies in Spain 4. Reading and reproduction of authentic business texts 5. Description of problem areas 6. Research and presentation of current socio-economic topics Lecture, workshops, seminar papers, reports, projects, discussions Winter : Spanish Summer : Spanish Spanish 4 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B2/C1 Previous knowledge Spanish 3/CEFR B1/B2 or equivalent knowledge, basic knowledge of economics and economic terminology in Spain, appropriate level Deepening the terminology of business management and economics. Knowledge of the companies and markets in Latin America. An active and secure command of the linguistic structures. Sensibility for intercultural differences. Competent handling of university-specific working techniques. 1. Profession-related application of complex linguistic structures 2. Economics and social studies in selected countries of Latin America 3. Analysis and presentation of current complex topics on society, enterprises and markets 4. Leading of and participation in discussions and conversations 5. Dealing with culture-specific moral concepts Lecture, workshops, seminar papers, reports, projects, discussions Winter : Spanish Summer : Spanish 21

22 Spanish 5 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR C1/C2 Previous knowledge Spanish 4/CEFR B2/C1 or equivalent knowledge, consolidated knowledge of the linguistic structures, being acquainted with and knowing how to use business vocabulary, own intercultural experiences, appropriate level ascertained by language certificate or placement test at start of Knowledge of the Inter-American economic cooperations and relations between Latin America and Europe. Ability to analyse and deal critically with current Latin-American issues. Communicating with simultaneous consideration of corporate cultures and intercultural soft skills. Problem-solving competencies. 1. Analysis of current developments by means of business texts 2. Examination of selected problems of the international and Latin- American economy 3. Theory and practice of intercultural management 4. Project work on selected issues Lecture, workshops, seminar papers, reports, projects, discussions Summer : Spanish 22

23 Optional Languages on demand only: Dutch, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, or further languages Dutch 1 (Basic Course) / CEFR A1 Previous knowledge Basic command of German recommendable for explanations by teacher and lecture material in German The students shall master confidently the basics of language acquisition: grammar, communicative competencies in everyday life, techniques for the acquisition of a foreign language, terminology of regional studies, knowledge of important cultural peculiarities and differences. 1. Basics and exercises for grammar, idioms, lexis and syntax 2. Basic communication exercises 3. Reading of easy everyday texts 4. Oral and written text reproduction Individual work and teamwork, role-plays Winter : Dutch, German Summer : Dutch, German Dutch 2 (Advanced Course) / CEFR A2 Previous knowledge Dutch 1/CEFR A1 or equivalent knowledge, basic command of German recommendable for explanations by teacher and lecture material in German, appropriate level ascertained by language certificate or placement test at start of, might not be offered in every Deepening the knowledge of grammatical structures. Extending communicative competencies in everyday life and professional situations. Knowledge of typical habits and differences. Regional studies. 1. Exercises for grammar, idioms, lexis and syntax 2. Deepening communication exercises 3. Reading of didactic and easy authentic texts 4. Oral and written text (re)production 5. Discussions 6. Short seminar papers Individual work and teamwork, short seminar papers, role-plays Winter : Dutch, German Summer : Dutch, German 23

24 Dutch 3 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B1 Previous knowledge Dutch 2/CEFR A2 or equivalent knowledge, appropriate level, might not be offered in every A good command of the business vocabulary. Arranging a job application. Knowledge of the economic and societal structure of the target language country. Writing of seminar papers in the foreign language. Developing communicative competencies in discussions. Competent handling of grammatical and idiomatic structures. 1. Economic terminology, especially of enterprises 2. Case studies on the topic entrepreneurship 3. Application training 4. Analysis and discussion of selected articles from textbooks and business press 5. Seminar papers 6. Repetition of grammatical and idiomatic structures in a professional context Lecture with seminar character, teamwork, role-plays, exercises, discussions, independent work Winter : Dutch Summer : Dutch Dutch 4 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR B2 Previous knowledge Dutch 3/CEFR B1 or equivalent knowledge, appropriate level, might not be offered in every A good command of the terminology of business management and economics. Knowledge of the current social and economical development of the target language country. Comprehension of authentic business texts. Secure production of own texts and seminar papers on the above-mentioned topics, project work. Mastering language structures when communicating about subject-specific contents. Sensibility for intercultural differences. 1. Reading, analysis and discussion of authentic business texts about economic affairs 2. Possibly some seminar/project papers for consolidating the topics 3. Deepening and consolidation of grammar, syntax and vocabulary 4. Deepening of regional studies and the consciousness of differences in mentality 24 Teamwork, exercises, seminar papers, independent work Winter : Dutch Summer : Dutch

25 Dutch 5 (Language for Specific Purposes) / CEFR C1/C2 Previous knowledge Dutch 4/CEFR B2 or equivalent knowledge, appropriate level, might not be offered in every Evaluation of the experiences made during the study and placement abroad. Knowledge of the most important sources of information. Knowing the position of the target language countries in economic areas and in supranational organizations. Proficiency in negotiating safely in a foreign linguistic and foreign cultural context. Competent handling of working methods and techniques in the foreign language. 1. Consolidation of the terminology of business management, economics and international management 2. Research, analysis and discussion of current articles from the business press 3. Examination of international economic relations from the perspective of the target language countries 4. Case studies, simulations and project work on topics of international and intercultural management Seminar, teamwork, exercises, seminar papers, case studies, negotiations, independent work. The students elaborate different aspects of their area of expertise by means of selected texts and apply them to current situations. Winter : Dutch Summer : Dutch 25

26 Italian 1 (Basic Course) Previous knowledge None, might not be offered in every Winter : Italian, English Summer : Italian, English Italian 2 (Advanced Course) Previous knowledge Italian 1 or equivalent knowledge, might not be offered in every Winter : Italian, English Summer : Italian, English Italian 3 (Language for Specific Purposes) Previous knowledge Italian 2 (Advanced Course) or equivalent knowledge, might not be offered in every Winter : Italian Summer : Italian 26

27 Portuguese 1 (Basic Course) Previous knowledge Basic command of German recommendable for explanations by teacher and lecture material in German, might not be offered in every Winter : Portuguese, German Summer : Portuguese, German Portuguese 2 (Advanced Course) Previous knowledge Portuguese 1 (Beginners /Basic Course) or equivalent knowledge, basic command of German recommendable for explanations by teacher and lecture material in German, might not be offered in every Winter : Portuguese, German Summer : Portuguese, German Portuguese 3 (Language for Specific Purposes) Previous knowledge Portuguese 2 (Advanced Course) or equivalent knowledge, might not be offered in every Winter : Portuguese Summer : Portuguese 27

28 Polish 1 (Basic Course) Previous knowledge Basic command of German recommendable for explanations by teacher and lecture material in German, might not be offered in every Winter : Polish, German Summer : Polish, German 28