Specialists in English Language and English for Special Purposes. Academic Year

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1 Specialists in English Language and English for Special Purposes Academic Year

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Pages 4-11 LEARNING AT MLS Pages GENERAL ENGLISH COURSES Pages EXAM PREPARATION COURSES & MLS EXAM CENTRE Pages ENGLISH FOR SPECIAL PURPOSES International Business Communications (IBC) English for Aviation Teachers Programmes 28 Pages EXECUTIVE AND PROFESSIONAL LANGUAGE TRAINING Pages UNIVERSITY PATHWAYS PROGRAMMES Page 39 GROUP PACKAGES Pages CLIENT SERVICES Accommodation Bournemouth Location Follow us on facebook and check our website mls-college.co.uk for up-to-date information on all our courses 2

3 WELCOME TO MLS INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE M.L.S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE EDUCATIONAL OVERSIGHT ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEST CENTRE STATUS CONTENT BASED LANGUAGE TRAINING ACCREDITATION Since its foundation in 1987, MLS International College has been committed to delivering quality programmes in English Language and English for Special Purposes. Our programmes are for adult learners of English and are designed to meet the needs of those working within the world of business and those seeking university study as well as those who want only to improve their English level. We have worked with overseas universities, globally recognised businesses, governments and aviation authorities as well as individual adult students seeking professional and academic language training. In excess of 1,000 students per year choose MLS and we are proud that students often do so because of recommendation from past students. We are specialists in delivering not only General English language but also highly focused language programmes integrated with Content Based Language Training (CBLT). MLS is one of few privately owned English Language Centres accredited to run degree level business training alongside British Council accredited language training. Our International Business Communications (IBC) programmes offer English language training through the content of a range of business skills and topics. We also offer English for Special Purposes such as Aviation, Law, Accounting and Medicine. For those seeking academic study, our University Pathways courses provide excellent preparation for IELTS, Academic English and university study and are recognised by our partner universities under agreement with them. Our vision for success is simple. We are a private training centre still owned by the founding family, which means we understand the core values of quality, client service and speed of assistance. Our aim is to ensure that your training programme and experience meet the specific requirements you come with and our client service team will always be ready to help you, both before you arrive and when you are with us. The UK remains a location of excellence in education and Bournemouth is a premier English language study destination in the UK, offering a superb student experience in and out of the classroom. We warmly invite you to study with us at MLS. UNIVERSITY PATHWAY RECOGNITION ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING ASSOCIATIONS 3

4 LEARNING WITH MLS The MLS Core General English Syllabus The MLS General English syllabus allows you to improve your English language knowledge and skills across the language proficiency range from Beginner to Advanced. The syllabus is designed to work with the descriptors of language proficiency development contained in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Syllabus content The syllabus sets out level-specific components of language systems and language skills development. The language systems component of the syllabus comprises the development of knowledge of and proficiency in grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. The language skills component comprises the integration of the language systems in the development of the key skills of Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. Additionally, the syllabus includes a Learning Strategies component designed to support autonomy in learning. ELEMENT 1 General English Core General English Syllabus ELEMENT ELEMENT 3 ELEMENT ELEMENT 5 2 Focus on written language Focus on spoken language 4 Exam preparation Business language Syllabus delivery The delivery of the MLS General English syllabus is organised in timetabled classes in distinct Elements. The Core English syllabus is delivered across any two of the three General English Elements or the Exam Preparation Element 4 or the Business Language Element 5. Supportive and further language development takes place across additional Elements, where chosen. See pages 6 and 7. APPLY THE LANGUAGE IN PRACTICE LEARN THE LANGUAGE IN ENGLAND EXPLORE THE LANGUAGE IN CONTEXT 4

5 LEARNING WITH MLS M.L.S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE CONTENT BASED LANGUAGE TRAINING IN THE MLS SYLLABUS What is content-based language training? Content-based language training (CBLT) is a communicative approach to language learning that has strong connections to taskbased learning, project work and other holistic approaches to language instruction. The approach has become increasingly recognised among academics and professionals as an effective and efficient means of developing language ability. Through CBLT we aim to: consider the needs of the individual student exploit authentic subject matter materials from the perspective of language learning promote the acquisition of language through the learning of specialist information In the CBLT classroom at MLS, authentic materials of academic or professional interest are presented to the learner in a way that specifically supports the language learning process. It is the method of language training that corresponds most accurately to the way we first learn our native language and so, we believe, is a more natural way of developing language ability. All language learning requires a content focus. In CBLT at MLS this content focus is the student s academic or professional subject of choice. The student learns about this subject in the medium of English, rather than in his or her own native language leading to two outcomes: The student develops his or her knowledge of the subject The student develops his or her ability to communicate in English in the context of the subject In this way, CBLT at MLS doubles the value of language training by combining language learning with important academic or professional studies content. Syllabus delivery MLS aims to deliver CBLT through our approach to curriculum structure. We provide a range of different Elements of study, which enable you to access learning across three key curriculum areas: Core General English; English for Special Purposes; and Content Study. CORE GENERAL ENGLISH CONTENT STUDY ENGLISH FOR SPECIAL PURPOSES 5

6 INDIVIDUALISING YOUR COURSE During your time at MLS, it is possible to amend your programme subject to your language level and class availability. Students can exchange Elements from 1-6 at no additional cost, with a supplementary cost for Elements 7, 8 and 9 and all course changes will incur an additional book fee. Please see the Dates & Fees Sheet for details. ELEMENT 1 ELEMENT 5 ELEMENT 2 ELEMENT 1 ELEMENT 3 ELEMENT 8 LEARNING WITH MLS ELEMENTS OF STUDY The courses at MLS consist of Elements of study, each offering a different approach to learning English. In this way we can offer you a quality learning experience that suits your individual needs. GENERAL ENGLISH Element 1 Integrated language systems and skills development with a focus on level specific grammar and vocabulary. Element 2 A skills focused session which will build on your grammar and vocabulary work to improve your reading and writing. Focus on learning strategies and practice of up-to-date exam tasks. Element 3 Communications skills session focused on listening, speaking, pronunciation and vocabulary building negotiated by the class and teacher to suit the particular needs of the class. EXAM FOCUSED TRAINING Element 4 Specific language exam preparation including: IELTS; FCE; CAE. ENGLISH FOR SPECIAL PURPOSES BUSINESS ENGLISH (IBC) Element 5 Business Language Development of your English within a business themed session, enabling broader based vocabulary development. Element 6 Business Communication Skills This Element is designed to give you the opportunity to practise the key communication skills that are needed in the modern business world. Course content is negotiated by the class from a selection of skills from the following modules: Effective Personal Development; Effective Business Speaking; Effective Team Leadership; Effective Customer Relationship; and Effective Business Writing. See the full selection on page 25. CONTENT STUDY ELEMENT 7 Business Topics Explore the language of business through the content-based study of business topics. As an Edexcel centre MLS is accredited to run and assess BTEC Edexcel Units at QCF levels 4 & 5 (see page 9 for details) and Element 7 courses may use all or part of these units. For more tailored programmes MLS can develop specialised courses based on our experience in the delivery of BTEC units. ENGLISH FOR AVIATION ELEMENT 8 English for Aviation Designed to meet the English-language training requirements of pilots and air traffic controllers, MLS provides courses for aviation language proficiency development up to ICAO Operational Level 4 and beyond. 6

7 COURSE FINDER M.L.S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE EXECUTIVE AND PROFESSIONAL Element 9 Tailor Made: English for Professionals MLS are experts in delivering English for a range of specialist professional purposes including: Law; Medicine; Logistics; Marketing; Accounting & Finance; Computing & Technology; and Tourism, as well as Business Management. For more details see pages and page 31 of this brochure. In our Executive Plus programmes (pages 30-32) you can select any number of lessons one-to-one for any agreed length of time, which will be designed to meet your specific needs. Please contact us with your requirements. Below is a listing of each of the standard courses available at MLS, with brief details relating to each. Course Code Course name 20 lessons x 45 mins per week 30 lessons x 45 mins per week GE30 Intensive General English 30 GE20 General English 20 FCE30 Cambridge English: First (FCE) 30 FCE20 Cambridge English: First (FCE) 20 CAE30 Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) 30 CAE20 Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) 20 IELTS30 English + IELTS 30 IELTS20 English + IELTS 20 IBC30 International Business Communications (IBC) 30 IBC20 International Business Communications (IBC) 20 IBC30 Plus International Business Communications (IBC) 30 Plus + 2 Entry requirements CEFR A1 CEFR B2 CEFR C1 Start Dates Course duration (weeks) CEFR A2 Any Monday CEFR B EP Executive Plus programmes Variable Variable CEFR A2 2+ Exec 1:1 One-to-one tuition Variable Variable CEFR A1 1+ EA English for Aviation CEFR A UP1 University Undergraduate Pathways (2 routes) Sept, Jan, April 24 UP2 Higher National Certificate (HNC) Business Management September, Jan 36 CEFR B1 UP3 Higher National Diploma (HND) Business Management September 36 UP4 Academic English + 2 Any Monday 2 48 OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM Guided Self Study as a student at MLS you have direct access to the MLS Library, Internet Room and Language Laboratory. With the help of an experienced teacher you can consolidate and extend your learning by selecting from our range of traditional and computer-based learning opportunities. Extra-Curricula Activities check the monthly Activities & Excursions Schedule on our website to see what is available at MLS each month. Typically, there are weekend excursions and several weekday activities you can participate in with other students, including the popular Conversation Club. The MLS Student Representatives also organise social activities to which everyone is welcome. English in England never forget the importance of the language learning that happens outside of the College. Living in Bournemouth means being immersed in an English-speaking community, which offers endless opportunities for learning. 7

8 THE NATIONAL ASSESSMENT FRAMEWORK AND MLS Understanding English language assessment Language levels and estimated progression rates CEF Grade MLS 200 Score MLS 200 Range by Level MLS Level A Beginner Estimated Progression Period to Complete the Level* A Beginner 12 weeks A Elementary BULATS Score Approximately IELTS Equivalent A Elementary 12 weeks A Elementary A Pre-Intermediate Approximate Exam Level Equivalencies A Pre-Intermediate 12 weeks KET A Pre-Intermediate ICAO Language Proficiency Rating Scale (Approximate equivalences) (Speaking & Listening only) Pre-Elementary Level 1 Elementary Level 2 B Intermediate 3.5 Pre-Operational B Intermediate 18 weeks PET, BEC Prelim, TOEIC 500 Level 3 B Intermediate 4.5 B Upper-Intermediate 5.0 B Upper-Intermediate 24 weeks FCE, BEC Vantage TOEIC 750 B Upper-Intermediate 6.0 C Advanced 6.5 C Advanced 24 weeks CAE, BEC Higher TOEIC 900 C Advanced 7.5 Operational Level 4 C Proficiency 8.0 Expert Level 6 C2 198 Proficiency Extended Level 5 Beginner: Has little or no English. Elementary: Can use and understand basic survival language. Can process simple information. Pre Intermediate: Can communicate in simple, everyday situations. Can express some opinions and emotions. Intermediate: Independent learner, with fair use of main skills, common vocabulary and structures. Upper Intermediate: Has fairly good English, but with some errors and gaps. Needs consolidation of structures and skills. Advanced: Creative, flexible language user with excellent all round fluency, accuracy and appropriateness. * The numbers given in the chart are based on averages and are to be seen as guides only. Actual progression rates will vary according to the circumstances of each individual learner. 8

9 THE NATIONAL ASSESSMENT FRAMEWORK AND MLS M.L.S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE Understanding the qualification and credit framework (QCF) QCF level UK Qualification MLS Qualification equivalent 3 A-levels / Standard Foundation Course UNDERGRADUATE FOUNDATION: Business / Engineering 4 UNIVERSITY YEAR 1 MLS HIGHER NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (HNC): Business Management 5 UNIVERSITY YEAR 2 MLS HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA (HND): Business Management 6 Final Year University (Top Up degree) 7 Master s degree 8 Doctorate Business Units for University Pathway courses at MLS are based on units of study benchmarked against the Qualification and Credit Framework above. Our units are taught at levels 3-5. Full units may lead towards full unit certification with the relevant awarding body Edexcel or the Institute of Commercial Management. On our International Business Communications (IBC) courses, in Element 7, you will study MLS Business Units which rest outside the formal QCF. However, you may elect to have your programme recognised for professional development by the Institute of Commercial Management when a further certification fee would be payable see Dates & Fees Sheet. For details about awarding bodies, please visit: 9

10 ACHIEVING SUCCESS Achieving Success How do we manage your progress? MLS places great emphasis on monitoring and supporting your language and academic development. We do this from before you arrive at the College until after you leave. Before arrival you are usually required to present evidence of your language and academic level or professional background prior to arrival at the College. Alternatively, you are encouraged to sit an MLS pre-test before coming to the College to give us an indication of your language level. For executive courses we will ask for a fuller training needs analysis to be completed. On arrival at the College you will be given a placement test to determine your current English language level and to assess gaps in your learning. The Director of Studies will then place you in a class which is at the most appropriate level and which best meets your needs. Throughout the course you will be assessed on your classroom performance as well as through regular tests. Each month* in Element 2 and twice a term on IBC courses, you will sit a formal test and have the opportunity to review this and your classwork with your tutor. You will also have the opportunity to speak to your tutor about your progress at any time through informal meetings. For students studying content modules assessment will take place twice a term through exams or coursework based assessment. * Tests may be suspended in July and August 10

11 GENERAL INFORMATION M.L.S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE Start date: Most language courses are available to commence on any Monday excluding UK public holidays and over the Christmas period. We do have term start dates four times per year and these dates act as a preferred entry point, when you will join a new class from the start. Students joining at other dates will be placed in a pre-existing group at the most appropriate level. Some courses have fixed start dates and are typically run as closed groups throughout their duration. Please see our Fees Sheet for further information. Entry requirements: Please note there may be restrictions on language level for those seeking to study in the UK under a student visa. These levels are expressed in terms of the CEFR, which are explained on page 8. MLS may vary its admission policy from time to time. Please contact us for further up-to-date information. Course duration: For General English language MLS recommends a minimum of 2 weeks study. Please see our Progression Chart on page 8 for details of the expected duration of study recommended to achieve specific language levels. Some courses have fixed durations. Progression from one level of learning to the next is typically expected to take 12 weeks of intensive English (30 lessons). Minimum age: 18 (MLS may accept 16 & 17-year-old students at its discretion) Included in the course, book and enrolment fees Use of the Language Laboratory Use of the Library Use of the MLS Internet Room and WiFi All course materials and books MLS welcome pack including student handbook and local map Academic counselling for further language or university study Initial placement test Monthly progress test in Element 2 (possibly not in July and August) and IBC test twice a term MLS student identity card. Students are also advised to apply for an international student identity card (ISIC) which is a nationally recognised form of identification For executive one-to-one programmes with minimum 20 lessons 1:1 sold at full price only a BULATS test can be included on request at no additional cost and subject to time availability Access to the MLS Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) for the course duration ANNA FREDERIKE EINFELDT, GERMANY IBC, 2015 I m very thankful that I studied Business English at MLS College. I had a very, very good time with the teachers and the other students. Bournemouth is such a lovely town. The beach is nearby and the sun was always shining. Lovely days. Thank you very much. Not included in the course fee All other items including: accommodation, exam fees, transfer to Bournemouth, local travel, local expenses and some activities on the social programme. All courses are booked under the MLS standard Terms and Conditions, amended from time to time and as available on our website or on request. 11

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13 GENERAL ENGLISH M.L.S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE Who are these programmes designed for? Our English language courses are open to adult students from all over the world who have a need for and interest in developing their general language skills in English, regardless of their level of English. They are for students who fully appreciate that learning English in an English-speaking country is without doubt the fastest and most effective way to learn English. Training objectives To equip you with the English language you need in order to perform confidently in any real life environment To equip you with the general language skills you need in order to communicate effectively in both the spoken and written language To build on and develop your existing grammar, vocabulary and orthography To improve your language skills so that the right balance of accuracy and fluency can be achieved SAMPLE TIMETABLE 30 lessons will involve three Elements of study 20 lessons will involve two Elements of study TIMES MONDAY to FRIDAY 09:00-10:30 Element 1 General English (Integrated Language Systems) 11:00-12:30 Element 2 General English (Focus on Written Language) 13:30-15:00 Element 3 General English (Focus on Spoken language) See Element descriptors on page 6 for fuller details DALAL ALMATROK, KUWAIT ENGLISH and IELTS, 2012 At MLS I improved my English so that I could operate in an academic environment. I still remember the experience I had there and how much it helped me GE 30 GE 20 Intensive English 30 General English 20 Key course information Start date: Any Monday (excluding UK public holidays) Course duration: weeks Entry requirements: CEFR A1 (please note visa nationals may have further restrictions) Minimum age: 18 (MLS can accept 16 and 17-year-olds at its discretion) Course content: Course will be provided by MLS selection from the following Elements of study: 1,2,3. Hours per week: English 30: 22.5 hours (30 x 45 min lessons per week) English 20: 15 hours (20 x 45 min lessons per week) Class times may be scheduled between 08:30 and 18:00 depending on timetable need Class size: Maximum 12 Course certification MLS Certificate of Study and report on your language level External Certification available: Full suite of Cambridge General English language exams 13

14 Exam Preparation Courses LUIZA BRAVO, BRAZIL CAE Preparation Course, 2011 I arrived in Bournemouth in June 2011, and spent nine months there. It was, by far, the best experience I ve ever had. During this period, I made life-long friends, travelled a lot and had the opportunity to know many people from different countries. It was fantastic to get close to other cultures and learn about them. I had fantastic teachers in MLS. The classes were always quite involving, and I always felt comfortable to ask questions and to interact with my class mates. At the end of the course, I passed the CAE exam, and a few weeks later, already in Brazil, I got the results and the certificate. Having an officially recognised good level of English is very useful to find a good job. My experience in Bournemouth and the CAE qualification helped me to get an internship in GloboNews - a Brazilian TV news channel - in A year later, I graduated at university, and got an effective job there. I use my English knowledge almost every day at work, in order to check the news that comes from international agencies. If I could give a piece of advice for anyone who is considering to spend some time in Bournemouth, I would say: enjoy this lovely town and all the activities MLS offers - classes, workshops, trips, the bowling evenings... Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, it s time to go back home! It s been three years since I came back, and I still miss Bournemouth and MLS quite a lot! 14

15 CHOOSING THE RIGHT GENERAL ENGLISH EXAM M.L.S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE Who are these programmes designed for? The MLS Cambridge English: First (FCE) and Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) exam preparation programmes are designed for students who are specifically seeking preparation for the FCE and CAE exam or for those students who feel they will benefit from an exam focused syllabus. Students will be studying at a minimum Upper-Intermediate level for FCE and at Advanced level for CAE Training Objectives To equip you with the English language you need in order to perform confidently within the FCE/CAE exams. SAMPLE TIMETABLE 30 lessons will involve three Elements of study 20 lessons will involve two Elements of study TIMES MONDAY to FRIDAY 09:00-10:30 Element 4 FCE/CAE exam preparation 11:00-12:30 Element 2 General English at FCE/CAE level 13:30-15:00 Element 3 General English at FCE/CAE level See Element descriptors on pages 6 for fuller details ANAÏS HUERTA VAZQUEZ, SWITZERLAND FCE Preparation Course, 2014 CAE exam only 2015 I decided to come to MLS for the whole First Certificate preparation course. I really enjoyed my time here, both with the teachers and the students. I felt part of a family somehow One year later I decided to come back to MLS to take CAE. It was lovely to talk with some of the teachers I met. It reminded me of the good times I had in Bournemouth. FCE/CAE 30 Cambridge English: First 30 Cambridge English: Advanced 30 FCE/CAE 20 Cambridge English: First 20 Cambridge English: Advanced 20 Key course information Start date: Any Monday (excluding UK public holidays) Course duration: 9 12 weeks Entry requirements: CEFR B2 for FCE and CEFR C1 for CAE (please note visa nationals may have further restrictions) Minimum age: 18 (MLS can accept 16 and 17-year-olds at its discretion) Course content: Course will be provided by MLS selection from the following Elements of study: 1,2,3 and 4 Hours per week: FCE/CAE 30: 22.5 hours (30 x 45 min lessons per week) FCE/CAE 20: 15 hours (20 x 45 min lessons per week) Class times may be scheduled between 08:30 and 18:00 depending on timetable need Class size: Maximum 12 Course certification MLS Certificate of Study and report on your language level External Certification available: FCE and CAE exams 15

16 IELTS 30 English & IELTS 30 IELTS 20 English & IELTS 20 Key course information Start date: Any Monday (excluding UK public holidays) Course duration: 9 12 weeks Entry requirements: CEFR A2 (please note visa nationals may have further restrictions) Minimum age: 18 (MLS can accept 16 and 17-year-olds at its discretion) Course content: Course will be provided by MLS selection from the following Elements of study: 1,2,3 and 4 Hours per week: IELTS 30: 22.5 hours (30 x 45 min lessons per week) IELTS 20: 15 hours (20 x 45 min lessons per week) Class times may be scheduled between 08:30 and 18:00 depending on timetable need Class size: Maximum 12 Course certification MLS Certificate of study and report on your language level External Certification available: Full suite of Cambridge English language exams and IELTS Who are these programmes designed for? The MLS IELTS exam preparation programmes are designed for students who are specifically seeking preparation for the IELTS exam or for those students who feel they will benefit from an exam focused syllabus. Training Objectives To equip you with the English language you need in order to perform confidently within the IELTS exam and achieve the score you need. Available at 3 levels: Pre-Intermediate (A2) An introduction to IELTS with exam-type practice to help you approach the four IELTS papers: Listening; Reading; Writing & Speaking. Intermediate (B1) Exam preparation and practice at intermediate level. Upper-Intermediate and above (B2+) Exam preparation and practice to help you achieve higher IELTS scores. Sample timetable 30 lessons will involve three Elements of study 20 lessons will involve two Elements of study TIMES MONDAY to FRIDAY 09:00-10:30 Element 1 General English at IELTS level 11:00-12:30 Element 2 General English at IELTS level 13:30-15:00 Element 4 IELTS exam preparation See Element descriptors on pages 6 for fuller details FATHER PAUL OBADA, NIGERIA IELTS, 2015 I had five months training at MLS College in preparation for the IELTS exam. Those five months were very special to me. MLS College is blessed with wonderful people (staff, management and students) and a great learning environment. Without this preparation I wouldn t have known what to expect from the exam and wouldn t have been able to achieve my aim to do a master s degree in psychology. 16

17 MLS ENGLISH LANGUAGE EXAM CENTRE M.L.S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE Since receiving authorisation to run Cambridge English exams MLS has consistently received the highest ratings in centre inspections (ratings information accurate as of August 2015). MLS College is a long-established exam centre and is open to both MLS students and to external candidates. All of the exams in the diagram on page 18 can be taken at the College or we can enrol you at a convenient centre for IELTS. Whatever course you are studying, there is an internationally recognised external exam you can take to demonstrate your level of English and supplement the end-of-course certificate and report provided by MLS. Studying for an external exam will also ensure that you have a target outcome for your training course, which may have a positive influence on your progress. The MLS Library has a good range of exam preparation and practice material that will help you to be ready for your exam. There is always an experienced teacher available who will advise you on the best exam to take for your purposes and who will help you with enrolment. You can also use the self-access Internet Room and Language Laboratory for guided exam practice. GREGORY LAUAR E SOUZA, BRAZIL External candidate: Cambridge CAE, 2015 MLS is a reliable institution for those who are interested in taking any Cambridge exam. Their standards exceed the average and the same can be said about their diligence and efficiency. With their help I could excel in my exams, which will most certainly make a difference in my career in Law. See the MLS website for the up-to-date Exams Application Form for dates: co.uk/courses/english-language-exams.aspx Please note: exam sessions are subject to a minimum number of candidates and some advertised dates may not take place. Please check before booking your course. 17

18 CHOOSING THE RIGHT EXAM I NEED A GENERAL ENGLISH QUALIFICATION A2 Pre-Intermediate Level B1 Intermediate Level B2 Upper-Intermediate Level C1 Advanced Level KET PET FCE CAE Paper-based and computer-based Computer-based I NEED A BUSINESS ENGLISH QUALIFICATION See Pages for Business English courses All Business English Skills Business English: Reading & Listening B1 Intermediate Level B2 Upper-Intermediate Level C1 Advanced Level C2 Proficiency Level BULATS Modules 1-3 computer-based BULATS Module 1 BEC Preliminary (B1) BEC Vantage (B2) BEC Higher (C1) Business English: Writing BULATS Module 2 Business English: Speaking Full range of levels as above BULATS Module 3 I NEED A PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION Legal English ILEC (until Dec 2016) TOLES (from 2017) Financial English ICFE (until Dec 2016) Edexcel units/icm I NEED A QUALIFICATION FOR UK UNIVERSITY OR HE COLLEGE ENTRY Academic IELTS FCE & CAE The MLS University Counsellor will advise you on entry requirements and help you with enrolment I NEED AN AVIATION ENGLISH QUALIFICATION See pages for English for Aviation courses ICAO Levels 1-5 ICAO Expert Level 6 EALT Test of Listening / Test of Speaking for non-native speakers of English ICAO ELSA For native or near native speakers All exams are subject to minimum numbers 18

19 GENERAL ENGLISH AND BUSINESS ENGLISH EXAMS M.L.S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE General English Exams There are preparation programmes specifically for Cambridge English: First (FCE) B2 and Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) C1 exams at MLS. However, the General English course at A2 or B1 levels will help to prepare you for Cambridge English: Key (KET) and Cambridge English: Preliminary (PET) exams, which you can take in the College. Exam practice may be incorporated in the General English Elements and additional support can be found in the MLS Library and Language Laboratory. With the introduction of the new Cambridge English Scale there is more flexibility in the award so that a candidate who performs strongly in a PET exam (over 160 points), for example, will receive a B2 certificate and a weaker score (below 140 points) will result in a certificate at A2 level. Business English Exams The MLS International Business Communications (IBC) courses will assist you in preparing for Cambridge English: Business Certificates (BEC) and BULATS (Business Language Testing Service) and specific exam training may be available as part of a fixed syllabus within the IBC programme. Both of these exams are widely recognised in the workplace. BULATS This is a Cambridge English online test, with results expressed in terms of the CEFR (A1-C2) based on your performance. There are three separate modules available. Module 1: Reading & Listening; Module 2: Writing; Module 3: Speaking. Candidates can take 1, 2 or all 3 of these as required to measure their Business English competence and will receive a Test Report Form for each module. The results for Module 1 are available on the same day and for Modules 2 & 3 the results are usually available within a week of taking the test, making this a flexible choice of exam and one that is regularly run in MLS. Cambridge English: Business Certificates (BEC) These certificates are available at three levels and in either paper-based or computer-based format at MLS. Cambridge English: Business Preliminary (B1) Cambridge English: Business Vantage (B2) Cambridge English: Business Higher (C1) Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) Independent user Proficient user Basic user C2 C1 B2 B1 A2 A1 Below A1 Cambridge English Scale Cambridge English: Key Distinction Merit Pass Level A1 Cambridge English: Preliminary Distinction Merit Pass Level A2 Cambridge English: First Grade A Grade B Grade C Level B1 Cambridge English: Advanced Grade A Grade B Grade C Level B2 Cambridge English: Proficiency Grade A Grade B Grade C Level C1 Cambridge English: Business Preliminary Distinction Merit Pass Level A2 Cambridge English: Business Vantage Grade A Grade B Grade C Level B1 Cambridge English: Business Higher Grade A Grade B Grade C Level B2 19

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21 T H E INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS 30 / 20 M.L.S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE Who are these programmes designed for? The MLS International Business Communications (IBC) 30 programme has been updated for 2016 and is designed to provide a highly flexible approach to language and management training for those involved in the world of business. The course replaces our previous IBC 30 and IBC for programmes but retains a broad content coverage. Throughout the course, you will continue to improve your English language ability through the context of Business Language in Element 5. You will also learn key skills that are needed in any business environment, such as how to negotiate and how to give presentations through Element 6. In Element 7 using material from our HNC and HND programmes (UK QCF framework levels 4 & 5 see page 9), you can select topics by way of class negotiation from a wide range of modules on which your lessons will be based. The topics are organised into 5 main areas of business: Management Sales and Marketing Finance and Economics Strategy Media, Advertising and PR Training Objectives Courses can be built according to your needs and interests through our 10 lesson per week band of training in Business Topics (Element 7). IBC 30 will also involve 20 lessons per week from our standard integrated Business Communications Elements 5 & 6. This course may be certificated under the MLS Assessment Framework and by the Institute of Commercial Management. To improve your Business English skills so that the right balance of accuracy and fluency can be achieved To improve your Business English language within the environment of living and studying in the UK Sample timetable 30 lessons will involve three Elements of study 20 lessons will involve two Elements of study TIMES MONDAY to FRIDAY 09:00-10:30 Element 6 Business Communications Skills 11:00-12:30 Element 7 Business Topics 13:30-15:00 Element 5 Business Language See Element descriptors on page 6 for fuller details IBC 30 IBC 20 ELEMENT 5 6 ELEMENT ELEMENT 7 ELEMENT 5 S K I L LS - B A S E D P R A C T I N ELEMENT 6 I C E L A N G U A G E BUSINESS LANGUAGE LEARN THE LANGUAGE YOU NEED TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS BUSINESS COMMUNICATION SKILLS A P P LY See skills included in Element 6 on page 25 See sample topics from Element 7 on pages BUSINESS TOPICS EXPLORE THE LANGUAGE IN KNOWLEDGE-BASED SEMINARS IBC 30 International Business Communications 30 IBC 20 International Business Communications 20 Key course information Start date: Any Monday (excluding UK public holidays) Course duration: weeks Entry requirements: CEFR B1 (please note visa nationals may have further restrictions) Minimum age: 18 (MLS can accept 16 and 17-year-olds at its discretion) Course content: Course will be provided by MLS selection from the following Elements of study: 5, 6 and 7 Hours per week: IBC 30: 22.5 hours (30 x 45 min lessons per week) IBC 20: 15 hours (20 x 45 min lessons per week) Class times may be scheduled between 08:30 and 18:00 depending on timetable need Class size: Maximum 12 Course certification MLS Certificate of Study and report on your language level External Certification available: BULATS and BEC exams 21

22 ELEMENT 7 CONTENT TOPICS BUSINESS MANAGEMENT MANAGEMENT SALES AND MARKETING FINANCE AND ECONOMICS STRATEGY MEDIA, ADVERTISING AND PR 1 Management and leadership The marketing process Budgeting decisions Strategic contexts and terminology The role of advertising 2 Leadership styles Segmentation, targeting and positioning Financial statements Strategic thinking Branding 3 Organisational structure The extended marketing mix Sources of finance Planning systems Creative aspects of advertising 4 Organisational culture Consumer markets Financial planning Strategic planning issues Working with advertising agencies 5 Motivational theories Organisational markets Investment appraisal Strategic planning techniques The communication process 6 Teams and effective team working Service products Analysing company performance Stakeholder analysis The advertising and promotion industry: organisation and structure 7 Human resource management International markets Stakeholders and shareholders Environment auditing Regulation of promotion 8 Human resource planning Purchase decision making Economic systems Strategic positioning Current trends in advertising and promotion 9 Employment law Buyer behaviour Fiscal and monetary policy in the UK The organisational audit The impact of ICT 10 Recruitment, selection and retention 11 Power, control, delegation and emotional intelligence Factors affecting buyer behaviour Brand loyalty, corporate image and repeat purchasing 12 Performance management Marketing research techniques 13 Assessing the work and development needs of individuals 14 Training needs analysis Marketing audits 15 Learning styles Exchange rate mechanism Market entry strategies Types of advertising campaign Business behaviour: investment and risk Demand side economics: consumer behaviour Substantive growth strategies Limited growth strategies Advertising strategies Below the line techniques Customer satisfaction analysis Market types Disinvestment strategies Integrated promotional strategy Marketing planning for a product or a service 16 Personality and psychometrics Barriers to marketing planning 17 Time management The promotional mix 18 Problem solving and creative thinking The principles of the selling process Market forces and organisational response Labour market, technological development and innovation Global factors: international trade and emerging markets Business and cultural environments: their influence on business activity EU membership: opportunities, economic policies and regulation Strategy selection The realisation of strategic plans to operational reality Resource allocation for implementing a new strategy Monitoring strategy implementation: targets and timescales Business processes Award winning campaigns Formulation of a budget for an integrated promotional strategy Development of a promotional plan for a business or product Integration of promotional techniques Measuring campaign effectiveness 22

23 ELEMENT 7 CONTENT TOPICS BUSINESS MANAGEMENT M.L.S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE MANAGEMENT SALES AND MARKETING FINANCE AND ECONOMICS STRATEGY MEDIA, ADVERTISING AND PR 19 Managing conflict Roles and objectives of the of the sales team Protectionism and trading blocks Labour market trends Operations management PR and promotions: print 20 Project management Sales strategy International business environment Operational planning PR and promotions: persuasion 21 Company law Controlling sales output Investment incentives Meeting operational objectives PR and promotions: electronic media 22 Contracts Developing a sales plan Global financial stability The value added chain PR and promotions: broadcasting 23 Tort and impact on business activities International selling 24 Legal aspects of negligence in business situations 25 Ethical perspectives in business 26 Ethical issues in business 27 The commercial case for considering social and environmental matters in business management 28 Crisis management 29 The role of trade unions 30 The main players in employee relations 31 The nature of industrial conflict and its resolution 32 Collective bargaining and negotiation process Climate change, Kyoto agreement, Green agenda Methods of production PR and promotions: customer relations Exhibitions and trade fairs Data collection primary and secondary Critical path analysis The internet as a community The use of a database in effective sales management Legal rules relating to sale of goods Legal rules relating to supply of services Legal rules relating to product liability Forms of consumer credit agreements Intellectual property rights: copyright Intellectual property rights: trademarks and business names Infringement of international property rights Data collection secondary Managing quality Data analysis for business purposes Total Quality Management (TQM) Creating a wiki Data storage Creation and interpretation of graphs using spreadsheets Forecasting Use of Power Point to produce presentations Measuring organisational performance Key performance indicators The role of self-assessment in quality management Complaints procedures and quality improvement Creating a website for promotional purposes Creating a blog Social media networks and how businesses can use them Setting up a discussion forum Use of search engines Management information systems Managing organisational change Use of Microsoft office: Word Setting up a business Technology and organisational change Use of Microsoft Office: Excel 33 Consultation and employee participation Customer relationship marketing Business plans Health and safety in the workplace Use of Microsoft Office: Access 34 Employee involvement techniques Knowledge management 35 Employee empowerment Corporate social responsibility 36 Legal aspects of dispute resolution Ethical considerations in marketing Legislation with respect to monopolies and competition The impact of market power on an economy Risk assessment Human rights and the employee relationship Use of Microsoft Office: Outlook The use of a virtual learning environment Government intervention in the market Trust and security in e-business Video conferencing 23

24 T H E IBC 30 PLUS International Business Communications 30 Plus Key course information Start date: Any Monday (excluding UK public holidays) Course duration: weeks Entry requirements: CEFR B1 (please note visa nationals may have further restrictions) Minimum age: 18 (MLS can accept 16 and 17-year-olds at its discretion) Course content: Course will be provided by MLS selection from the following bands of study: 5, 6, 7 and 9 Hours per week: 24 hours (32 x 45 min lessons per week). 24 hours in total Class size: Maximum 12 Course certification MLS Certificate of Study and report on your language level External Certification available: BULATS, BEC, ILEC, TOLES and ICFE exams INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS (IBC) 30 PLUS The IBC 30 Plus programme builds on the main IBC programme and enables you to individualise your course to suit your specific professional, vocational or academic needs. The programme includes 30 lessons of integrated study with IBC 30 plus 2 lessons per week of tailor made training on a one-to-one or small group (maximum 6) basis. Typical additions include: English for Law English for Medicine English for Logistics English for Marketing English for Accounting and Finance The programme provides an excellent opportunity for you to prepare for international exams within your specific area of expertise such as the TOLES exam for lawyers or the Cambridge ICFE exam for accountants. Training Needs Analysis On joining the IBC Plus programme, you will be presented with a training needs analysis form to enable you to discuss directly with your teacher what study outcome you are seeking. MLS will respond by tailoring the one-to-one / closed group Element of the programme to meet your specific needs. VICTOR GRATELI, BRAZIL IBC Marketing, 2014 BULATS exam ELEMENT 6 ELEMENT ELEMENT ELEMENT I really liked the time that I passed in Bournemouth and in MLS College. Everyone who works there is helpful and attentive to the students needs. The course was awesome! I met many nice people, learned a lot about marketing, English and other cultures. This knowledge is priceless. The time that I spent in MLS helped me to be more independent and confident, and improve my Marketing and Business English skills! S K I L LS - B A S E D P R A C T I N I C E L A N G U A G E BUSINESS LANGUAGE LEARN THE LANGUAGE YOU NEED TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS BUSINESS COMMUNICATION SKILLS A P P LY BUSINESS TOPICS EXPLORE THE LANGUAGE IN KNOWLEDGE-BASED SEMINARS 24

25 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS (IBC) 30 AND 30 PLUS M.L.S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE English for Special Purposes in IBC 30 and 30 Plus At MLS we have over 25 years of expertise in teaching English for Special Purposes. Many of our tutors are not only qualified teachers, but also have professional qualifications and experience in business and industry. On our IBC 30 Plus courses, these highly competent teachers will be working with you to explore Business Topics in Element 7 (see pages 22-23) and in Element 9 they will be focusing on the English you need for the subject of your choice. Element 6: Business Communications Skills The modules and skills that are offered can be seen below: module skills covered EFFECTIVE PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT assertiveness problem solving stress management time management setting objectives management task prioritisation team working EFFECTIVE BUSINESS SPEAKING presentations interviewing presentations negotiating participating in meetings sales telephoning EFFECTIVE TEAM LEADERSHIP team building performance appraisal planning motivational skills problem solving chairing meetings delegation EFFECTIVE CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP maintaining customer relationships solving customer problems networking and building client contacts international business culture and etiquette interviewing EFFECTIVE BUSINESS WRITING writing reports writing s writing formal business letters writing proposals writing memos taking and writing minutes writing agendas writing C.V.s ERIKA SANTANA GIRALDO, VENEZUELA IBC, 2015 I decided to enrol for the IBC course to improve my English and therefore my career prospects. After 20 weeks I have to say that it was the best decision I could have made. I thoroughly recommend this course to anyone wanting to learn business language skills. The course topics are very interesting and useful and the environment is professional. The teachers are superb. I feel that I have learned so much. Sample timetable IBC 30 Plus TIMES MONDAY to FRIDAY 09:00-10:30 Element 6 Business Communication Skills 11:00-12:30 Element 7 Business Topics 13:30-15:00 Element 5 Business Language ONE DAY PER WEEK Typical English for Special Purposes choices are listed on pages 24 and 31. However, MLS teachers are qualified to teach subjects as diverse as English for Tourism, Engineering, Computing and Technology so if you do not see your specialisation listed, please contact us. 15:15-16:45 Element 9 Tailor made training e.g. English for Marketing 25

26 ENGLISH FOR AVIATION PROGRAMMES EA English for Aviation 30+2 English for Aviation 30+4 EAG English for Aviation Group Key course information Start date: On request Course duration: 4 weeks (other durations by request) Entry requirements: ICAO level 2 (please note visa nationals may have further restrictions) Minimum age: 18 (MLS can accept 16 and 17-years-olds at its discretion) Course content: Course will be provided by MLS selection from the following Elements of study: 1,2,3 and 8 Hours per week: A total of 22.5 hours (30 x 45 minute group lessons in General English + either 2 or 4 x 45 minute 1:1 / closed group lessons in Aviation English per week. MLS also offers Group programmes on demand according to client request and subject to specific agreement Class size: Maximum 12 or by agreement Course certification MLS English for Aviation Certificate External qualifications available: CAAi EALTS exam English for Aviation Language Training Designed to meet the English language training requirements of pilots and air traffic controllers, MLS provides courses in English for Aviation language proficiency development up to ICAO Operational Level 4 and beyond. Course options include 30 lessons of General English plus either 2 or 4 lessons per week of Aviation English on a one-to-one or small group (maximum 6) basis. A tailored group course is available on request and subject to specific agreement. The MLS English for Aviation Programmes give you the opportunity to revise, consolidate and extend your use of English in the context of aviation, but are also the perfect preparation for any ICAO compliant English for Aviation language test. Specialised Nature Drawing on experience gained in providing training in English for Aviation over four decades, our courses offer instruction and practice in the day-to-day language of aeronautical communications, helping you to meet your learning objectives and encouraging you to broaden your range of effective professional and operational communication skills. The specialised content of the MLS English for Aviation courses is fixed firmly in the aviation environment. At all levels of proficiency, the courses have as their focus the development of accurate, effective and confident communication in operational situations. Specialised Content The full MLS English for Aviation syllabus can take an Elementary level student to Operational Level 4 and above, providing language training, skills development and practice in a wide range of relevant topics and domains, including the following: the language of GD/TWR communications the language of APP communications the language of ACC communications pilot / controller & controller / controller interactions triggering actions in aeronautical communications sharing information in aeronautical communications incident reporting in aeronautical communications aviation related vocabulary miscellaneous language of aeronautical communications Programme Objective The overall objective of our English for Aviation language training courses is to develop your communication skills to a level that will allow you to demonstrate, in language assessment and in professional practice, language proficiency at Operational Level 4 and above on the ICAO Language Proficiency Rating Scale. For further details of our English for Aviation courses, visit our website at 26