Introducing the Department of International Business Language

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1 1 Introducing the Department of International Business Language Language Teaching Strategy at the College of International Management and Business (CIMB) at Budapest Business School (BBS). High-quality language teaching has been practised for decades, and today continues to play a prominent role at the College of International Management and Business. Not only do we rely on our highly qualified and experienced teaching staff, but we also continuously renew our teaching methods. In response to the requirements of the labour market, the profession and the students, we develop innovative teaching materials and methods, and endeavour to preserve the well-earned national reputation of language teaching at the College. The language teaching strategy at CIMB, BBS is based on the following principles: DISTINCTIVENESS AND DIVERSITY Business Communication (üzleti nyelv) is taught in the following 11 foreign languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, Arabic, Korean, and Hungarian as a second language. In addition, language courses in Portuguese, Hebrew and Catalan are also offered if needed. In addition to the Business Communication course, a wide range of language development and content-based courses are taught in foreign languages, encompassing more than 30 subjects. A number of other programmes are also offered for extra fees. Professional support is available for students with language learning difficulties. QUALITY AND CONTENT The teaching staff consists of highly qualified lectures, almost half of them hold a PhD degree, or about to complete their PhD studies. Most lecturers are accredited examiners at the Foreign Language Examination and Training Centre of Budapest Business School. They are involved in the development of teaching and examination materials, as well as writing course and text books. They take part in national and international scientific life, publishing articles in scholarly journals and holding lectures at conferences. The contents of subjects and the requirements are standardized and supervised on a regular basis. Student satisfaction is constantly measured and the Department is open to students ideas and needs. PRACTICE-ORIENTED TEACHING 1

2 2 Priority is given to preparing students for situations relevant to typical jobs in the business sector, providing skills-oriented teaching, establishing relations with the business sector. COMMUNICATION AND SERVICE-ORIENTATION Priority is given to effective communication with students. We treat students as our customers, adopting a service-centred approach to teaching. The Department is proud of having a distinctive image. The Organizational Structure of the Department Our Department employs 61 lecturers working in four language sections: - English - German - Romance Languages, consisting of the following subsections: French Italian Spanish - Oriental Languages, Russian and Hungarian as a Foreign Language, likewise containing the following subsections: Oriental Languages Russian Language Courses in the Foreign Language Programmes International Business Economics Undergraduate Programme (In English and French) 1. Compulsory Language Courses Two languages taught for 3-3 semesters, respectively Business Communication (üzleti nyelv) I-II (Neptun codes: UZE1 and UZE2) and Language of International Business Administration (Nemzetközi gazdálkodás szaknyelv, Neptun code: NGS0) - 1 st language (2 credits, 4 classes a week). Business Communication (üzleti nyelv) I-II (Neptun codes: UZE3 and UZE4) and Specialization in the Language of International Business Administration (Nemzetközi gazdálkodás szaknyelv, Neptun code: NGS0), 2 nd language (2 credits, 4 classes a week) Students are advised to complete 1 st language compulsory courses in semesters 1-3, and those of the 2 nd language in semesters

3 3 Codes of subjects to be completed: First language: UZE1, UZE2, NGS0 Second language: UZE3, UZE4, NGS0 2. Optional Courses Presentation and Writing Skills (semesters 1, 2*) Study and Research Skills (semesters 1, 2) European History and Culture (in certain fields of study, semester 4.), World Economics, International Trade and International Finance (in certain fields of study semesters 4, 5) International Transactions, International Negotiation Skills (in certain fields of study, semesters 5, 6) Intercultural Communication (in certain fields of study, semesters 5, 6) *In brackets, please, find the number of the semester when it is recommended to take the course as based on the curriculum. However, the subjects may also be studied in other semesters. 3. Six-semester Language Programme These courses are offered in the following languages: French, Italian, Spanish, Arabic, Japanese, Chinese, Korean and Russian. Those students who hold an intermediate (or higher) level language certificate (level B2) at least in one language may opt to study another (second or third) language for six semesters starting at a beginner s level. Six classes a week are offered in Oriental languages whereas in the case of other languages this program is taught in four classes a week. Choosing this programme means that students waive their right to study a second language at the College, and they need to prepare for the language exam in their first language (as prescribed in the degree requirements) in the form of independent study. In the framework of the six-semester language programme, students take courses under the codes of UZE1, UZE2, NGS0 and UZE3, UZE4, NGS0 in one and the same language. Enrolment: An application form needs to be completed (a paper based form referred to as Educational Committee Application Form ) and submitted to the relevant Section of the Language Department along with a copy of the language certificate during the registration week. 3

4 4 4. Requirements for Compulsory Courses Business Communication I, II, the Language of International Business Administration Students are required - to attend classes (maximum absence: 20% of classes) - to complete two classroom tests - to deliver one presentation - to submit at least one written composition/essay Upon successful completion of compulsory and optional courses students receive a grade. Non-fulfilment of requirements If you cannot complete the course due to non-attendance ( lecturer s signature is denied - aláírás megtagadva ), you are obliged to take a special course attending classes stipulated by the Language Department. If the signature is acquired but other requirements are not met, you are required to take an examination course during the next term whereby attendance is not compulsory, however you will need to take an exam at the end of the semester (during the second assessment week ). 5. Specialization in Economic and Business Translation and Interpreting (GÜSZT) GÜSZT offers Business Economics (NG) students an opportunity, which is unique in Hungary. The specialization offering 12 seminars and 2 lectures a week is available in seven languages, with practice focused training taking place in small student groups. The specialization ensures students skills needed for a successful career as translators or in other language intensive jobs in both the private and public sectors. Courses: Language use and genres of business communication, The theory of translation, The practice of translation, The theory of interpreting, The practice of interpreting, The role of interculturality in linguistic mediation, Contrastive country studies, Terminology (economy, business and EU), Computer assisted translation tools and project management. Requirements: achieving a minimum of 100 credits in the first 4 active terms, completing designated courses, intermediate level (complex B2) general language certificate and participation in the placement test. For students of foreign language programmes the specialization is free of charge 4

5 5 6. International Relations Master Programme (in English) Full-time Programme European Studies Specialization: Communication in the EU (in English) (3rd semester, 4 classes per week, 2 credits) Communication in the EU (in French, German, Italian, Spanish) (3rd semester, 4 classes per week, 2 credits) International Economic Relations Specialization: Communication in the Context of International Economic Relations (in English) (3rd semester, 4 classes per week, 2 credits) Communication in the Context of International Economic Relations (2nd language; in French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Chinese for beginners) (3rd semester, 4 classes per week, 2 credits) 7. Part-time Programme (correspondence course) European Studies Specialization: Communication in the EU (in English) (3rd semester, 16 classes per semester, 2 credits) Communication in the EU (in French, German, Italian, Spanish) (3rd semester, 16 classes per semester, 2 credits) International Economic Relations Specialization: Communication in the Context of International Economic Relations (English) (3rd semester, 16 classes per semester, 2 credits) Communication in the Context of International Economic Relations (2nd language; French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Chinese / beginner) (3rd semester, 4 classes per week, 2 credits) 5

6 6 IV. Degree Requirements in Languages BA programme International Business Economics: two intermediate level (complex B2) language certificates with economics or business specialisation. One of them may be replaced with an advanced level (complex C1) general language certificate. MA programme International Relations Master Program: two advanced level (complex C1) language certificates in two foreign languages or one advanced level (complex C1) language certificate and two intermediate level (complex B2) language certificates in two additional languages. V. Optional Language Courses (additional fees are charged) 1. Foreign Languages (ÖTB) The Language Department offers the following extra courses in 14 languages from beginner to advanced level: Introduction to Business Communication, Revision of Grammar, Language Exam Preparation Courses as well as many other special courses (for more information check the site of the Language Department). Students need to sign up for the course in the Neptun system. Upon completion of the course, students receive a grade, but no credit is awarded. Courses begin during the last week of September and February of each year. 2. Economic and Business Translation and Interpreting (GÜSZT) ÖTB The course is available to our third year BA students not taking GÜSZT specializationand those participating in a master program. For further details on the course see III.5. Application and further information at the language departments. 3. Intercultural Management in the Far East (ÖTB) The ever strengthening political, economic and commercial role of the Far-Eastern region calls for highly qualified professionals with specialised knowledge and skills in intercultural management. This course is recommended for those students who are interested in cultural studies and languages, but do not have access to similar intercultural 6

7 7 training in the framework of the Bologna System. High quality teaching is guaranteed by the experienced lecturers and researchers in the Section of Oriental Languages established in 1984 at the College of International Management and Business. The course proved to be highly popular among students in the previous years. The objective of the course is to provide students with a comprehensive overview of the cultures and leading economies of the Far-Eastern region (China, Japan, Korea). Communication with the institutions of the region may pose serious difficulties for those who are not aware of the cultural differences. Our objective is to prepare the participants to effectively cope with these problems by making them aware of differences in culture, communication, and civilization in general. Duration of the course: 2 semesters, 8 classes per week (Fridays), altogether 240 classes: 165 lectures and 75 seminars. Students will acquire competence and skills in the following areas: the history and civilization of the region, political, economic and cultural organisations, protocol and etiquette in the Far East, commercial transactions social and cultural relations with the Far East, management in the Far East. Subjects: Civilisation and History of the Far-Eastern Region, Political, Economic and Cultural Organisations in the Far-Eastern Region, Databases, Commercial Transactions in the Far East, Social and Cultural Relations with the Far East, Intercultural Management, Introduction to Oriental Languages Enrolment: You can sign up for the course in the Section of Oriental Languages. Previous knowledge of Oriental languages is not required, and there are no other preconditions for taking the course. So, if you are interested, do not hesitate to sign up irrespective of your major and specialisation. Participants need to pay an extra fee. For more information, please turn to the Section of Oriental Languages. 7

8 8 4. Interpretation and Translation Studies with a specialisation in Social Sciences and Business Three-semester postgraduate training for those holding a BA/BSc or MA/MSc degree Tuition fee: HUF /semester The course is designed to prepare students to become professional language mediators working mostly as translators and interpreters in public administration, as well as in the business and non-profit sectors. Successful graduates will be able to understand and translate EU legal documents, the relevant documents of the Hungarian legal system and public administration, and the documents of business administration both from a foreign language into Hungarian and from Hungarian into a foreign language. The course also enables them to complete specific oral and written communication tasks in a multinational foreign language environment. This is a part-time (correspondence) course held on Saturdays (12 Saturdays per semester). Entry requirements: BA/BSC or MA/MSc degree; advanced level (complex C1) language certificate accredited by the state or equivalent. What else do we offer? Participation in the activities and functions organized by the Language Department; A series of functions called Language Days ; Workshops; Student exchange programs; Grants; Hungarian and international guests lecturers; Happy language groups where you can make good friends as well. The Department of International Business Language wishes you a great deal of success in studying languages at CIMB, BBS 8