Business Communication in Korean

This course is designed to help students improve their Korean language
 proficiency by learning essential communication skills necessary to engage in
 business in Korea.  Students will also develop their knowledge of and
 competence in Korean business culture and practice.  The course objectives
 include: (1) to learn essential business terms, advanced grammar structures
 and communication strategies in business transactions; (2) to learn Korean
 business customs and culture, work norms, and business etiquette that students
 need to successfully communicate in a Korean business context.  Topics include
 job application, business correspondence and reports, discussion and
 presentation in business meetings, communication styles and strategies in
 business contexts, current business culture, etc.  Upon completion of this
 course, students are expected to obtain the Intermediate Mid/High level of
 proficiency based on the ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign
 Languages) proficiency scale.  This course is offered through the Penn
 Language Center.