English - upper intermediate level 4024-ANGSPOB2PLUS
Upon completion a student can understand the main ideas of complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialization; s/he can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party; s/he can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
Type of course
Mode
Learning outcomes
After completing the course a student:
Knowledge:
has knowledge of
-how to differentiate between formal and informal register
-how to use and understand vocabulary specific to international contracts
-how to comprehend long, complex sentences and paragraphs typical of international contracts
Skills:
is able to
-communicate appropriately and negotiate meaning in a variety of realistic legal situations in the business and legal contexts
-employ effectively legal expressions and vocabulary in negotiations, meetings and while advising and interacting with a client
-display consultancy skills, justify and explain complex procedures, clarify incomplete information, refer to documents, use appropriate register
Social competences:
is able to
-cooperate and engage pro-actively with other students in complex and specialized contexts to achieve aims
On the completion of the course the graduate student:
● knows core terms and issues related to HRM,
● understands specialist language, used in supporting and personal documentation,
● can distinguish between labour law and employment in Poland and the UK,
● knows grievance procedures,
● has a basic knowledge about employee counselling.
● can use specialist vocabulary, used by HR professionals,
● can communicate in his/her area of expertise at B2+ level,
● can describe competences, responsibilities and procedures,
● can write a CV and covering letter,
● can conduct a job interview and a disciplinary meeting,
● can hold staff appraisal interviews,
● can solve possible workplace conflicts.
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