Third Languages

LANG5330 is a two-credit follow-up course designed for MSc in International Management students who have completed LANG1330. It develops students’ Spanish proficiency with an emphasis on real-world interaction and practical communication. The course builds confidence in using Spanish in both academic and professional settings and provides cultural insights into Spanish-speaking business environments.

• Real-world, business-oriented Spanish communication
• Group-based cultural presentation on Spanish-speaking countries
• Interactive and engaging classroom activities

• Pop Quizzes: Short in-class quizzes to reinforce vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension
• Cultural Presentation: Group presentation on cultural/business topics in a Spanish-speaking country
• Oral Assessment: Pair-based role-play activity simulating real-life conversational scenarios
• Final Exam: Includes listening, grammar, vocabulary, and short written tasks

• MSc International Management students only who have completed LANG1330
• Students interested in using Spanish in international business and multicultural professional settings
• Restricted to those with basic knowledge of Spanish (A1.1 level)

Course outcome

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

• Engage in basic factual conversations and express opinions
• Understand and deliver short descriptions and messages
• Read and write short texts relevant to business and everyday contexts
• Apply accurate pronunciation and grammar in oral communication
• Build cultural competence in Spanish-speaking professional environments