B_PV_AC2_p English Language for Foreigners 2

NEWTON University
summer 2026
Extent and Intensity
0/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: graded credit.
Teacher(s)
Mgr. Anna Koloburdová (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
Mgr. Anna Koloburdová
Language Centre – International Development – NEWTON University
Timetable of Seminar Groups
B_PV_AC2_p/01: Mon 9:40–11:10 PH Učebna 04, except Mon 30. 3. ; and Mon 4. 5. 9:40–11:10 PH Učebna 04, Mon 11. 5. 9:40–11:10 PH Učebna 04, A. Koloburdová
B_PV_AC2_p/02: Mon 13:30–15:00 PH Učebna 04, except Mon 30. 3. ; and Mon 4. 5. 13:30–15:00 PH Učebna 04, Mon 11. 5. 13:30–15:00 PH Učebna 04, A. Koloburdová
B_PV_AC2_p/03: Mon 11:20–12:50 PH Učebna 04, except Mon 30. 3. ; and Mon 4. 5. 11:20–12:50 PH Učebna 04, Mon 11. 5. 11:20–12:50 PH Učebna 04, A. Koloburdová
B_PV_AC2_p/04: Mon 15:10–16:40 PH Učebna 04, except Mon 30. 3., except Mon 27. 4. ; and Mon 27. 4. 15:10–16:40 PH Učebna 02, Mon 4. 5. 15:10–16:40 PH Učebna 04, Mon 11. 5. 15:10–16:40 PH Učebna 04, A. Koloburdová
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is offered to students of any study field.
Course objectives

This 12-week seminar  is an interactive, student-centered course focused on developing foundational Business English communication skills at the A2 level. The course uses the Business Partner A2 coursebook (Financial Times Publishing) and supports the development of practical workplace communication abilities through guided speaking, listening, reading, and writing activities.


Students practice everyday professional communication tasks such as introducing themselves, describing companies and products, handling basic workplace interactions, participating in simple meetings, and writing short professional messages. The course also introduces basic structured thinking and problem-solving activities appropriate to the A2 level to support clear communication in professional contexts.

Learning outcomes

pon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:


  1. Communicate in basic spoken and written English in common workplace situations at A2 level.


  2. Use essential business vocabulary related to companies, products, and everyday professional activities.


  3. Participate in simple workplace interactions such as short meetings, introductions, and basic discussions.


  4. Write short professional emails and messages using appropriate basic structures.


  5. Apply simple structured thinking when responding to workplace communication tasks.

Syllabus
  • Unit 3 – Products and Services
    EN: Describing basic product features, discussing simple product comparisons, and communicating customer needs using essential business vocabulary.
  • Unit 4 – Customer Service and Communication
    EN: Handling basic customer requests, providing simple service information, and practicing polite communication strategies in customer-service situations. 

Literature
    required literature
  • Evans, V., Obee, B., & Obee, R. (2018). Business Partner: Student’s Book A2. Pearson Education Limited (Financial Times Publishing).
Teaching methods
The course is delivered using communicative and task-based teaching methods emphasizing active participation. Seminars include guided discussions, pair and group activities, role-plays, short presentations, and practical communication exercises designed to simulate everyday workplace situations.
Assessment methods
Course completion is awarded in the form of a graded course credit evaluated using the A–F grading scale based on the institutional 10-point grading system. Requirements include active participation in seminars, one short professional presentation, and successful completion of the final written test. The instructor reserves the right to adjust assessment requirements if necessary.
Language of instruction
Czech
The course is also listed under the following terms summer 2025.
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