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Spanish for Business
Barcelona, Spain
Program Snap Shot
Highlights:
- Learn business-related terminology
- Explore international business-related topics
- Prepare for Business Spanish exam offered by Madrid's Chamber of Commerce
Requirements:
Program (included in tuition):
- 2 hrs/day group Spanish language classes (10 hrs/week)
- 2 hrs/day specialized Business classes (10 hrs/week)
- Group classes (max 10)
- 5 hrs/week Spanish culture training
- Shared room with host family
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- 2-3 organized activities per week
- Laundry Service
- Emergency message service
Possible Options (extra cost):
- Airport Pick-up in Barcelona
- Apartment (no meals) instead of host family
- Private room & private bathroom upgrade
Start Dates:
- 2012: 1/23, 5/14, 6/25, 7/9, 8/6, 10/1, 11/26
- Closed Dates:
2012: 1/1, 1/6, 3/7, 4/6, 4/25, 5/1, 6/13, 8/15, 9/24, 10/12, 11/1, 12/6, 12/8, 12/25, 12/26
Host School:
AmeriSpan's Spanish for Business courses in Spain are geared towards students and business professionals who want to explore business-related topics in Spanish. If you want acquire the language skills necessary to communicate in business and legal situations, this is the perfect course for you.
This Spanish for Business course in Barcelona includes 25 hours/week of classes, comprised of 10 hrs/wk of general Spanish classes, 10 hrs/wk of Spanish for Business classes, and 5 hrs/wk of culture classes. The course uses business texts, professional presentations and business periodicals to introduce business terminology and structures necessary to interact with clients and colleagues in Spanish. Participants will receive lists of specific business vocabulary and informative handouts dealing with the economic situations of Spain, Europe and Latin America.
Examples of topics that may be covered in the Spanish for Business course include:
- Business and financial management in Spain
- Trade relations
- Spanish banking
- Marketing and advertising
- International trade
- The stock market
- The Spanish labor market
- Tax Legislation
- Spain and the European Union
Optional Chamber of Commerce Exam
Many take this course as preparation for one of the exams offered by the Spanish Chamber of Commerce of Madrid. Upon completion of a 2 or 4 week course, you will be well prepared for the Basic Spanish Certificate in Business (Certificado Basico de Espanol de los Negocios), the first of three exams offered by the Madrid Chamber of Commerce.
Information about Barcelona, Spain (Click to view)
Barcelona, a city of 2 million, is literally bursting with art and culture. The colorful and intricate architecture created by the world famous Gaudi, the Gothic Neighborhood, and the pedestrian street Las Ramblas make this city a traveler and art lovers paradise. Known as Spain's second capital and host of the 1992 summer Olympics, Barcelona is a modern metropolis and cultural mecca. Located on the Mediterranean coast with mountains rising up behind it, Barcelona is the gateway from Spain to the rest of Europe. Both beach and ski resorts are within easy access.
From its dazzling beaches to its ancient castles, Spain is a country as diverse as the cultures which have influenced its art, architecture, music and lifestyle. It is a land where cathedrals and castles are interspersed with skyscrapers, where modern rock mixes with flamenco guitar, and night clubs compete with cozy "tapas" bars. Spain offers some of the world's most famous museums, resorts, and festivals, making it a unique and enchanting destination.
Who Is It For:Professionals, business people, managers, executives, and business students
Other:If you are interested but can not make the scheduled start dates, you can cover the same material in the Spanish for Professionals program offered in Barcelona.
2012 Prices
| Course Name |
1 Wk |
2 Wks |
3 Wks |
4 Wks |
Add'l
Wks |
Spanish
Wks |
Class
Size |
Meals |
| Spanish for Business w/homestay, shared room |
n/a |
$1675 |
n/a |
$2975 |
n/a |
$485 |
max 10 |
2 |
| Spanish for Business w/apartment, shared room |
n/a |
$1485 |
n/a |
$2490 |
n/a |
$425 |
max 10 |
0 |
| Spanish for Business classes only |
n/a |
$1095 |
n/a |
$1815 |
n/a |
$425 |
max 10 |
0 |
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Program Notes
- Airport Pickup: $145
- Extra lodging nights (max 3): $55/night for homestay, dorm and apartment.
- Please note no extra days from Jun 1-Sep 1
- Private room upgrade: Add $55/wk for homestay or $115/wk for apartment
- Private room & bathroom upgrade: Add $225/wk for homestay, $280/wk for apartment
- Private classes, $65/hour
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