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is a multi-level business English course which offers the
student a cutting-edge blend of electronic and print material. The syllabus
is organized by topic and has been developed from detailed research into
business-related degree courses in leading European institutions.
is particularly suitable for students studying business
at college or university, but the course will also appeal to working business
people who need to enrich their vocabulary and express themselves more
authoritatively beyond their immediate professional context.
Level: pre-intermediate, takes students from Council of Europe
level A2 to B1
offers you:
• an integrated self-study DVD-ROM, including video, interactive
workbook, business dilemmas, interactive business documents, progress
tests and all the course audio.
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flexibility. The units are divided into speaking, writing, vocabulary,
grammar, business knowledge and case study modules.
• thorough and detailed language support including a Student’s Book word
list, grammar reference and extensive grammar and vocabulary practice
material.
• systematic development of specific business language skills – from report
writing to stating your views persuasively in a meeting.
package includes: Student’s Book and DVD-ROM pack,
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Website with tests, course updates and innovative supplementary materials.
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Search for the keywords
working abroad to see
what jobs are on offer.
Hold a class vote to
choose the three most
attractive jobs.
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1.1 About business Working abroad
Discussion
1 Look at the people in the photos. They all work away from home. Read the quotes below
and match them with the people.
1 I work abroad but I never stay in one country for very long. I install software systems and
train people how to use them. I’m in Thailand at the moment and I’ll be here for another
six months.
2 My university has links with engineering firms in Germany. As part of my degree I’m
working for one of them in Hamburg.
3 I spend two months every year in India buying supplies for my jewellery business. At the
moment I’m staying in Jodhpur.
4 I spend ten months every year working abroad. I never know where I’m going to be. It’s
always in places where there are medical emergencies.
Have you ever lived or worked abroad? Do you know anyone who lives or works abroad?
Compare your answers with a partner.
Collocations
2 You are going to read an article about how to get a job abroad. Before you read match a
word on the left with a word on the right to make a collocation.
1 career a) process 5 degree e) letter
2 work b) language 6 cover f) an application
3 foreign c) placement 7 short g) subject
4 application d) ladder 8 withdraw h) list
Reading for detail
3 Read the article and mark the sentences T (true) or F (false). Change any false sentences
to make them true.
1 To have a successful career these days you need to have experience of working abroad.
2 A work placement abroad will help your application attract attention.
3 Nannette Ripmeester thinks that the Euro CV is the best kind of CV to use when looking
for a job.
4 You need to check that your employers will recognise your degree subject.
5 CVs are more important than cover letters.
6 A cover letter in France may be studied by a specialist.
7 Sarah Hall withdrew her application for a job in Spain because she didn’t like the
questions in her interview.
8 When working abroad you should behave in a similar way to those around you.
Listening and-note taking
4 1:01–1:04 Listen to the four people from 1 talking about their work experience abroad
and complete the table.
name country how long likes
Kiki India 1) 2)
Anil Thailand 3) meeting people
Jean Marc 4) 5) working with children
Marika Germany 6) her local family
Listening for detail
5 Listen to the interviews again and answer the questions.
1 Who was in Venezuela last year?
2 Who hopes to get a good reference from their company?
3 Who found the food strange they first arrived?
4 Who is going on holiday when their job is finished?
5 Who is staying in an expensive hotel?
6 Who has a lot of business contacts in the country where they are?
KIKI YI, 54, Hong Kong,
jewellery retailer
ANIL BASU, 35, UK,
software analyst
JEAN-MARC SABATIER,
32, France, doctor
MARIKA LAANET, 22,
Estonia, engineering
undergraduate
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1.1 About business
Discussion
6 In small groups discuss the questions.
1 Which countries would you like and not like to go and work in?
2 What problems do you think people who work abroad have?
3 Do you think working abroad is essential for a successful career? Why / Why not?
IN today’s competitive job market,
not spending time abroad can
seriously damage your chances of
climbing the career ladder. It is no
surprise then that more and more
graduates and professionals are
looking for opportunities to live and
work in a foreign country.
With record numbers of workers
hoping to relocate, it is no longer
enough to have done a work
placement abroad or to speak
a foreign language. “This is no
longer something that makes you
different,” says Nannette Ripmeester,
director of Expertise in Labour
Mobility. “It is something employers
expect.”
But even if you are a strong
candidate, the application
process for foreign jobs is far
from straightforward. The EU
has introduced the Euro CV to
standardise application procedures
throughout Europe, but Ripmeester
believes that a culturally adapted
CV is better. ‘’What do I mean by
that? For example, in the UK, it
is customary to add hobbies and
interests at the bottom of the page.
In Italy however, that information is
not necessary.”
When you write your CV it is
also a good idea to check whether
a photo is necessary and whether
an English-language CV should
be written in American or British
English. Another point to think
about is whether or not employers
will recognise your degree subject,
especially when you have studied
a subject, such as Wireless Network
Systems, which doesn’t necessarily
translate into another language and
culture.
You also need to consider the
cover letter, the first thing that an
employer will read. Approaches
differ from country to country: get
the CV right but the cover letter
wrong and you destroy your chances
of getting short-listed for interview
because the cover letter is the first
thing that an employer will read. The
British usually write long letters to
draw attention to relevant sections
on the CV, the Italians want one or
two sentences and the French expect
candidates to handwrite detailed
letters which may be analysed by
handwriting experts.
When it comes to interviews,
make sure you know about the
work culture and understand the
importance different countries place
on language and speech. For
example, the French use
short sentences and
hate silence, while
Scandinavians
have a deep
respect for
pauses. You may
think these points
are not important but by
not paying attention, you
are showing that you do
not respect the culture of the
country you wish to work in.
Making a mistake at the
interview is something
Sarah Hall knows all
about. She is from
Liverpool in the UK
and has worked
in Germany,
Sweden and
Spain.
“My advice is be aware of ‘culture
clash.’ In Britain there is usually
a maximum of two interviews. In
southern Europe they will call you
back for a third or fourth interview.
I lost a very good job in Spain when
I thought they weren’t serious. I
withdrew my application because
they asked me to go for a fourth
interview. Looking back, I now
realise they were doing as they
always do. I behaved wrongly.”
“It’s important to show that you
understand the working culture.
Adapting a similar style of dress to
your co-workers, eating the kind
of food they eat, enjoying similar
activities - these things help to win
trust and respect.”
“Think of yourself as a
cultural chameleon, mirror the
kind of messages you get about
communication and appearance.
People like people who remind them
of themselves, and nobody likes
what they don’t understand.” ■
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messages you get
about communication
and appearance
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1.2 Vocabulary Living abroad
Discussion
1 Look at the picture above. What everyday problems do people who live abroad have?
Reading and vocabulary
2 Read the extracts from an article on living abroad. Find the correct heading for each
extract.
health opening a bank account mobile phones accommodation
3 Read the texts again and use the words in the boxes to fill in the spaces.
bills notice contract deposit apartment
credit cards salary overdraft
To open a bank account in another country you will need to show your passport,
proof of earnings, proof of your address and residency. It is also likely that you will
be expected to show proof that your monthly (6) will be paid into this account.
Remember that rules regarding banks are not the same in every country. You have to
pay for an (7) on your account in France, and the rules on (8) can differ
greatly, make sure you check before you sign up!
Perhaps the most difficult thing to organize is where you are going to live. Your
employer might help you find an (1) or it might even be provided for you. The
best advice is to start looking before you go. Use the Internet to look for places to rent
and post your own advert on bulletin boards. It is important to view anywhere though
before you sign a (2) and give a large (3) to a landlord. You also need
to check whether or not the utility (4) are included and how much (5)
you need to give when you want to move out. Many people choose to live with a local
family as a way to learn about the culture of the country they are in.
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Further interactive vocabulary practice on the DVD-ROM 1.2 Vocabulary
Search for the keywords
moving abroad advice
to read more about
what you need to
do when moving to
another country.
check-up insurance scheme national health service
top-ups landline contract number
Listening for gist
4 1:05–1:08 These people are all living abroad. Listen to four conversations. Where is each
person? What is he or she trying to do?
Listening for detail
5 Listen to the conversations again and answer the questions.
Conversation 1
1 What does Carmen want to do?
2 Which documents does Carmen need to show?
Conversation 2
3 How many bedrooms are there in the apartment?
4 How much is the rent?
Conversation 3
5 Does Mr Goodman have a European Health Insurance Card?
6 How tall is Mr Goodman?
Conversation 4
7 Why doesn’t Yuki want a phone with a contract?
8 How much free talking time does the phone have?
Giving advice
6 Look at the eight pieces of advice for people who are going to live abroad. For each set of four
match the beginning with the correct ending.
1 You might have to pay two month’s rent a) for free with most banks.
2 When you move out of a flat b) your landlord will check the inventory.
3 You can have an overdraft c) to withdraw money from a cash point.
4 You can use your bank card from home d) as a deposit before you move into a flat.
5 You need to be registered with a doctor e) broadband access in the area where you
6 Most employers include medical insurance live.
7 Using top-ups f) means you don’t need to sign a contract
8 You need to check that there is for your mobile phone.
g) to get medical treatment.
h) as part of their employment package.
Which pieces of advice are true for your country? Which are different? What other advice and
information could you give? Compare your answers with a partner.
In many countries, the process of buying a mobile phone is straightforward: you choose the
phone and the provider you want, you are then given a (12) . Italy is one exception,
where you will need your national ID card and your tax code. When you don’t know how
long you are planning to live in the country, many people choose prepaid packages that
allow (13) . This means you can cut off the service when you want without worrying
about being tied into a (14) . These days many providers also offer wireless Internet
access meaning you won’t need to have a (15) put into your flat or apartment.
CARMEN, from
Brazil, working for a
pharmaceutical company
in Auckland
PETRA AND CRIS, from
Germany, working as
architects in Nice
MR GOODMAN from
the USA, working for
Athens Bank in Greece
YUKI from Japan, working
for an engineering
company in Copenhagen
3 In most countries you have to pay for medical treatment. For trips of up to three months in
Europe, the European Health Insurance Card may allow you to be treated for free by the
(9) of the country you are in. Your employer may have an (10) that you can
join or you might want to take out your own insurance policy. This will help you if you
need to see a doctor while you are abroad. You may need to register with a doctor and you
may also need to have a (11) .
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Present simple
She works in London.
permanent situations
I usually get up at 7.00
am.
routines and things we
do regularly
Grammar reference page 118
Prepositions of time
on
weekdays
dates
special days
the weekend (US)
at
the weekend (UK)
festivals
times
in
months
seasons
parts of the day
years
dates
US English
month/date/year
02/14/2010
UK English
date/month/year
14/02/2010
Grammar reference page 119
1.3 Grammar Present simple and prepositions of time
Test yourself: Present simple
1 Read four descriptions of people’s jobs. Write the correct form of the missing verbs into
the text. Find the correct job for each text.
computer programmer architect human resource manager business student
attend enjoy do spend like
1
There are only two of us in the department, so I (1) a bit of everything! I
(2) a lot of long meetings – many of these are related to budgets and to
company policy development and I (3) them. I also (4) a lot of time
interviewing candidates for jobs. This is one of the areas of the job I (5) the
most.
work develop create spend travel
2
My company (6) educational software for primary school children. Usually
I (7) on maths projects but we also (8) Spanish language learning
programs. Sometimes I (9) to Spain for meetings but I (10) most of
the time at a desk in my office.
buy want search send not have
3
I need to repay my student loan so I (11) to find a job before the end of the
year when my course finishes. Every day, I (12) the Internet for suitable job
vacancies and I (13) the national and local newspapers to look at the job
ads. I also (14) my CV to companies I am interested in working for, even if
they (15) any vacancies at the moment.
not have be x 2 work meet not like think
4
Normally I (16) on one or two projects over a three or four-year period. My
latest project is a church and I (17) very excited about it. The church
(18) very old and it (19) enough light. I need to design some more
windows. Every week I (20) the Bishop to talk about the project. Sometimes
he (21) my ideas but other times he (22) they’re great.
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Test yourself: Prepositions of time
2 Complete the text about Elspeth from Germany using prepositions of time from the Refresh
your memory box.
I came to London about six months ago. I started my job as a wine buyer at Marks &
Spencer (1) February. To be exact, I started (2) February 14th
. Before coming
here, I worked at a winery in South Africa and before that, (3) 2004, I was in New
York State working as an au pair. No matter where I am in the world, I always phone my
parents (4) the weekend. I try to call them (5) Sundays (6) 6 o’clock
(7) the evening. The other thing I try to do is go home for Christmas. I do like to
spend time (8) Christmas with my family. If you ever get the chance, you really
should go to Germany (9) December. The German Christmas markets are the best
in the world.
Listening for detail
3 1:09–1:15 Listen to seven descriptions of national festivals and and write the date.
1 Australia Day 5 April Fool’s Day
2 Boxing Day (UK) 6 Showa Day (Japan)
3 Groundhog Day (USA & Canada) 7 Day of the Dead (Mexico)
4 Bastille Day (France)
Listen again. What does each holiday celebrate? What happens?
4 Question forms
Use the present simple to make questions for these answers.
1
From a small village in south-west France called Marsac.
2
Usually at 9am but sometimes at about 8.45.
3
Languages? English and French quite fluently and also a bit of Chinese.
4
In a small apartment near the centre of town.
5
Usually by bus, but if the weather is really good I sometimes walk.
6
I usually go on holiday in June.
7
Sometimes in the company canteen, but more often I go to the café round the corner.
Work with a partner. Take it in turns to ask and answer the questions.
5 Discussion
Work with a partner. Describe a local festival or custom either in your home town or the place
where you are studying. Think about special food, clothes and typical activities that take place on
this day.
1.3 GrammarFurther interactive grammar practice on the DVD-ROM
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Work with a partner.
Search for the keywords
festivals in Japan or
festivals in Mexico
to read more about
festivals in these
countries. Tell your
partner what happens
on special days in these
countries.
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1.4 Speaking Making small talk
Discussion
1 Look at the tips for small talk below. What is small talk? Do you think the tips are useful?
Reading for detail
2 Read the article below about small talk to find:
1 three topics that you can make small talk about
2 two topics that you can’t make small talk about
3 two tips for managing small talk.
What is small talk?
Your company sends you to an important
international conference in the USA. While you are
travelling from the hotel to the conference centre you
meet somebody who works for the Spanish division of
your company for the first time. The conversation that
you have will probably be what we call small talk.
What do people make small talk about?
There are certain safe topics that people usually
make small talk about. The weather is probably
the number one thing. Sometimes even friends and
family members discuss the weather when they meet
or start a conversation. Sports news is a common
topic, especially if a local team is doing extremely
well or badly. If there is something that you and the
other speaker have in common, that may also be
acceptable to talk about. For example, if the bus is
extremely full and there are no seats available you
might talk about reasons why.
There are also some subjects that are not
considered acceptable when making small talk.
Personal information such as salaries or divorce are
not talked about between people who do not know
each other well. Negative comments about another
person not involved in the conversation are also not
acceptable: when you do not know a person well
you cannot be sure who their friends are. It is also
not wise to continue talking about an issue that the
other person does not seem comfortable with or
interested in. Lastly, avoid one word answers, and
ask questions to show that you want to keep the
conversation going.
TECHNIQUE ONE
Always wear a Whatzit
What’s a Whatzit?
Some people have developed a clever technique that
works well for social or corporate networking purposes.
The technique requires no special skill on your part,
only the courage to wear a Whatzit.
A Whatzit is anything unusual – a unique brooch, an
interesting scarf, a strange tie, a funny hat. A Whatzit
is any object that draws people’s attention so that they
walk over and ask, ‘Uh, what’s that?’
TECHNIQUE TWO
Whoozat?
What to do when you haven’t got a Whatzit…
Like a politician, go to the host and say, ‘That man /
woman over there looks interesting. Who is he / she?’
Then ask for an introduction.
-or-
Find out about the stranger’s job, interests or hobbies.
The host might say, ‘Oh, that’s Joe Smith. I’m not sure
what his job is, but I know he loves to ski.’ Aha, you’ve
just been given the icebreaker you need. Now walk
over to Joe Smith and say, ‘Hi, you’re Joe Smith, aren’t
you? Susan was just telling me what a great skier you
are. Where do you ski?’
talk
small
Tips for
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Search for the keywords
small talk to find more
tips. With a partner, list
the three most useful
tips.
Interactive pronunciation practice on the DVD-ROM 1.4 Speaking
Listening for gist
3 1:16–1:18 Listen to three conversations where people are making small talk. For each
conversation decide:
1 where the people are
2 what small talk topics they talk about
3 how many questions the speakers ask to keep the conversation going.
Listening for detail
4 Listen to the conversations again and write the questions that the speakers use.
Conversation 1 Conversation 2
1 good weather? 4 visit there?
2 go? 5 stay?
3 enjoy it? 6 the Continental?
Conversation 3
7 for work or on holiday?
8 you do?
9 your job?
10 visit India?
Making small talk
5 Work with a partner. Choose one of the topics below to make small talk about. Student A
should prepare some things to say about one of the topics, Student B should prepare a list of
questions to keep the conversation going.
1 Your last weekend 4 What you’re doing after class
2 Your job/studies 5 The last time you went to a restaurant
3 Your journey to class today 6 The weather today
Beginning and ending small talk
6 Put the words in the correct order to make some useful phrases for beginning and ending
small talk.
1 but Sorry have to go I now. 5 your was How weekend?
2 meeting It’s nice been you. 6 Enjoy rest the of the conference.
3 believe can’t how busy it I is. 7 to talking Nice you.
4 journey have you Did a good here? 8 It’s weather lovely today.
Mark each phrase B (for beginning a conversation) or E (for ending a conversation).
Can you add any more?
7 Work in small groups. You are all at an international conference and it is the break between
two presentations. You don’t know any of the other people in your group and so you need to
make small talk. Student A turn to page 110. Student B turn to page 111. Student C turn to page
112. Student D turn to page 113.
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1.5 Writing Formal and informal emails
Discussion
1 Work with a partner. Discuss the questions about emails.
1 How many emails do you write in a week?
2 Who do you write emails to?
3 Have you ever written a formal email?
Reading for detail
2 Read the email below and answer the questions.
1 Who is the email from?
2 Who is the email to?
3 What three things does the writer ask the reader to do?
4 Where is Ms Lee going?
Subject: Visit to Osaka Securities
Dear Mr Watanabe,
Thank you for your email received March 21. With regard to my visit next month I need to tell
you that I will arrive at Osaka airport at 14.30 on Thursday 14th
April. As this will be my first visit
to Japan I would be very grateful if somebody could meet me at the airport. Also, would it be
possible for you to make a reservation at a nearby hotel for me? I would really appreciate it.
In addition, could you possibly send me a copy of the agenda for our meeting and a copy of your
most recent sales figures.
Please accept my apologies but my colleague Ms Lee will not be able to join me on this visit as
she is attending an investment conference in Singapore at the same time.
I look forward to meeting you,
With best regards,
Lars Oluffson
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Informal language
3 Read another email and find informal phrases to match the phrases in bold in exercise 2.
Formal and informal language
4 In each set of four, match a formal word on the left with an informal word on the right.
1 inform a) come to 5 further e) want
2 assistance b) help 6 grateful f) more
3 require c) tell 7 near future g) happy
4 attend d) need 8 would like h) soon
5 Read Manuela’s email to Laura and write it as a formal email. Use the expressions from 2 and
words from 4.
Writing
6 Write a formal reply to Manuela’s email. Use the information below:
• you are going to attend the conference
• you can not stay for all three days
• the sessions you want to go to are New design methods and The future of art
• ask Manuela to make a reservation at a hotel
• ask Manuela to organize a taxi to pick you up at the airport.
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Search for the keywords
online etiquette to
read more about how
to write professional
sounding emails
1.5 WritingFurther interactive writing practice and model business documents on the DVD-ROM
Subject: Visit to Osaka Securities
Dear Haruki,
Thanks for your message. Re next month’s visit to Japan, I’m going to arrive at Osaka airport at 14.30
on Thursday 14 April. This will be my first visit to Japan so can you send somebody to meet me at the
airport please? Can you book a hotel for me near your offices too?
Also, can you please send me a copy of the agenda for our meeting and a copy of your most recent
sales figures?
I’m sorry but my colleague Ms Lee won’t be able to come with me as she is going to an investment
conference in Singapore at the same time.
See you next month,
All the best,
Lars
Subject: Art and design conference
Dear Laura
Thanks for your last message.
I want to tell you about next month’s arts and design conference. It is going to be held in Sao Paulo
at the First Conference Centre from June 18 to 21. The agenda for the conference is attached. Can
you have a look and choose the sessions that you want to come to?
Please also tell me if you need any extra help. I can book a hotel for you or arrange for somebody to
meet you at the airport.
I will be very happy if you can let me know soon.
All the best,
Manuela Calo
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1.6 Case study Global Recruit
Discussion
1 Read the information below about Global Recruit. What are the advantages and
disadvantages of using an organization like this to help you find a job?
Reading and discussion
2 Read the two job advertisements. Which job would you prefer? Why?
Job WA / 926
Web Analyst in central Brazil. Brazilian MTM, Brazil’s
largest on line clothes retailer, has an excellent opportunity for a senior
web analyst.
The position includes analysing customer actions on our website,
reporting on customer habits, maintaining and updating the website and
managing a team of web analysts.
For the position you need to have knowledge of the following languages:
ASP, PHP, Cold Fusion, Java or. Net, experience of working in the clothing
industry, managerial experience and a basic knowledge of Portuguese.
The job is based in our offices in Rio de Janeiro.
Global Recruit
Looking for a job abroad?
Global Recruit may be able to help you. We work with
a number of high-profile organizations all around
the world and find the right candidate to fill their
vacancies. Our job is to find staff who have the right
skills and qualifications for these companies. We
arrange interviews and give advice and support on the
location and the requirements of the jobs. We can also
help with visas and other legal requirements.
Job TC / 428
CALL DUBAI, the Middle East’s leading mobile phone company,
has an excellent opportunity for an experienced sales advisor in their retail
unit in central Dubai.
The job will involve advising customers, processing customer orders,
and dealing with queries and complaints.
Applicants for this position should have a minimum of a year’s sales
experience within an international company, should have knowledge of
mobile technology and experience of working with customers. Experience
within an international company is a strong advantage, as is knowledge of
English, French or Arabic.
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Search for the keywords
work in Dubai or work
in Brazil to read more
about job opportunities
in these countries. Try
to find a job you would
like to do and tell your
partner about it.
Reading for gist
3 The four candidates below were all short-listed for one or other of the positions. Scan the
information and see if you can guess which position they applied for.
Listening for detail
4 1:19–1:22 Listen to the four people introducing themselves and fill in the missing
information on their profiles.
Discussion
5 Work with a partner. Decide who is the best candidate for each job. Give reasons for your
decisions.
Listening for detail
6 1:23 Dana is the Recruitment Manager and Heidi is an administrator at Global Recruit.
Heidi is calling Dana about the references that she has for each of the candidates. Listen to the
conversation and note down any problems that they find with the four candidates.
Discussion
7 Work with a partner. Discuss again who you think is the best candidate for each job. Has the
information from the references changed your decisions?
Further interactive problem-solving on the DVD-ROM 1.6 Case study
NAME: Tomas Visser
AGE: 25
QUALIFICATIONS: Business studies degree
WORK EXPERIENCE: (1)
LANGUAGES: English, Flemish, French
HOBBIES / INTERESTS: (2)
CURRENT POSITION: Currently unemployed
NAME: Panayota Mitropoulos
AGE: (3)
QUALIFICATIONS: Geography degree
WORK EXPERIENCE: (4)
LANGUAGES: English, French, German, Chinese
HOBBIES / INTERESTS: (5)
CURRENT POSITION: Works in family taverna
NAME: Miroslav Kalata
AGE: 27
QUALIFICATIONS: (6)
WORK EXPERIENCE: Designs websites for boutiques
LANGUAGES: (7)
HOBBIES / INTERESTS: Computers and parties
CURRENT POSITION: Website designer
NAME: Francesca Di Ponti
AGE: 28
QUALIFICATIONS: Modern languages degree from Italian university
WORK EXPERIENCE: (8)
LANGUAGES: English, Spanish, French, Portuguese
HOBBIES / INTERESTS: (9)
CURRENT POSITION: Currently unemployed
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  • 1. I S B N 978-0-230-02156-3 9 7 8 0 2 3 0 0 2 1 5 6 3 www.macmillanenglish.com is a multi-level business English course which offers the student a cutting-edge blend of electronic and print material. The syllabus is organized by topic and has been developed from detailed research into business-related degree courses in leading European institutions. is particularly suitable for students studying business at college or university, but the course will also appeal to working business people who need to enrich their vocabulary and express themselves more authoritatively beyond their immediate professional context. Level: pre-intermediate, takes students from Council of Europe level A2 to B1 offers you: • an integrated self-study DVD-ROM, including video, interactive workbook, business dilemmas, interactive business documents, progress tests and all the course audio. • a flexible modular structure which offers users maximum choice and flexibility. The units are divided into speaking, writing, vocabulary, grammar, business knowledge and case study modules. • thorough and detailed language support including a Student’s Book word list, grammar reference and extensive grammar and vocabulary practice material. • systematic development of specific business language skills – from report writing to stating your views persuasively in a meeting. package includes: Student’s Book and DVD-ROM pack, Teacher’s Book with notes and extra photocopiables, Audio CDs and a Website with tests, course updates and innovative supplementary materials. Use your Macmillan English Dictionary with this book. COMMON EUROPEAN FRAMEWORK A1 A2 B1 B2 C1 C2 PRE-INTERMEDIATEStudent’sBook PRE-INTERMEDIATE Student’s Book Karen Richardson, Marie Kavanagh & John Sydes with Paul Emmerson PRE-INTERMEDIATE Student’s Book KarenRichardson,MarieKavanagh&JohnSydeswithPaulEmmerson
  • 6. Search for the keywords working abroad to see what jobs are on offer. Hold a class vote to choose the three most attractive jobs. 6 1 Living abroad 1.1 About business Working abroad Discussion 1 Look at the people in the photos. They all work away from home. Read the quotes below and match them with the people. 1 I work abroad but I never stay in one country for very long. I install software systems and train people how to use them. I’m in Thailand at the moment and I’ll be here for another six months. 2 My university has links with engineering firms in Germany. As part of my degree I’m working for one of them in Hamburg. 3 I spend two months every year in India buying supplies for my jewellery business. At the moment I’m staying in Jodhpur. 4 I spend ten months every year working abroad. I never know where I’m going to be. It’s always in places where there are medical emergencies. Have you ever lived or worked abroad? Do you know anyone who lives or works abroad? Compare your answers with a partner. Collocations 2 You are going to read an article about how to get a job abroad. Before you read match a word on the left with a word on the right to make a collocation. 1 career a) process 5 degree e) letter 2 work b) language 6 cover f) an application 3 foreign c) placement 7 short g) subject 4 application d) ladder 8 withdraw h) list Reading for detail 3 Read the article and mark the sentences T (true) or F (false). Change any false sentences to make them true. 1 To have a successful career these days you need to have experience of working abroad. 2 A work placement abroad will help your application attract attention. 3 Nannette Ripmeester thinks that the Euro CV is the best kind of CV to use when looking for a job. 4 You need to check that your employers will recognise your degree subject. 5 CVs are more important than cover letters. 6 A cover letter in France may be studied by a specialist. 7 Sarah Hall withdrew her application for a job in Spain because she didn’t like the questions in her interview. 8 When working abroad you should behave in a similar way to those around you. Listening and-note taking 4 1:01–1:04 Listen to the four people from 1 talking about their work experience abroad and complete the table. name country how long likes Kiki India 1) 2) Anil Thailand 3) meeting people Jean Marc 4) 5) working with children Marika Germany 6) her local family Listening for detail 5 Listen to the interviews again and answer the questions. 1 Who was in Venezuela last year? 2 Who hopes to get a good reference from their company? 3 Who found the food strange they first arrived? 4 Who is going on holiday when their job is finished? 5 Who is staying in an expensive hotel? 6 Who has a lot of business contacts in the country where they are? KIKI YI, 54, Hong Kong, jewellery retailer ANIL BASU, 35, UK, software analyst JEAN-MARC SABATIER, 32, France, doctor MARIKA LAANET, 22, Estonia, engineering undergraduate The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd6 6The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd6 6 16/11/07 5:53:09 pm16/11/07 5:53:09 pm
  • 7. 7 1.1 About business Discussion 6 In small groups discuss the questions. 1 Which countries would you like and not like to go and work in? 2 What problems do you think people who work abroad have? 3 Do you think working abroad is essential for a successful career? Why / Why not? IN today’s competitive job market, not spending time abroad can seriously damage your chances of climbing the career ladder. It is no surprise then that more and more graduates and professionals are looking for opportunities to live and work in a foreign country. With record numbers of workers hoping to relocate, it is no longer enough to have done a work placement abroad or to speak a foreign language. “This is no longer something that makes you different,” says Nannette Ripmeester, director of Expertise in Labour Mobility. “It is something employers expect.” But even if you are a strong candidate, the application process for foreign jobs is far from straightforward. The EU has introduced the Euro CV to standardise application procedures throughout Europe, but Ripmeester believes that a culturally adapted CV is better. ‘’What do I mean by that? For example, in the UK, it is customary to add hobbies and interests at the bottom of the page. In Italy however, that information is not necessary.” When you write your CV it is also a good idea to check whether a photo is necessary and whether an English-language CV should be written in American or British English. Another point to think about is whether or not employers will recognise your degree subject, especially when you have studied a subject, such as Wireless Network Systems, which doesn’t necessarily translate into another language and culture. You also need to consider the cover letter, the first thing that an employer will read. Approaches differ from country to country: get the CV right but the cover letter wrong and you destroy your chances of getting short-listed for interview because the cover letter is the first thing that an employer will read. The British usually write long letters to draw attention to relevant sections on the CV, the Italians want one or two sentences and the French expect candidates to handwrite detailed letters which may be analysed by handwriting experts. When it comes to interviews, make sure you know about the work culture and understand the importance different countries place on language and speech. For example, the French use short sentences and hate silence, while Scandinavians have a deep respect for pauses. You may think these points are not important but by not paying attention, you are showing that you do not respect the culture of the country you wish to work in. Making a mistake at the interview is something Sarah Hall knows all about. She is from Liverpool in the UK and has worked in Germany, Sweden and Spain. “My advice is be aware of ‘culture clash.’ In Britain there is usually a maximum of two interviews. In southern Europe they will call you back for a third or fourth interview. I lost a very good job in Spain when I thought they weren’t serious. I withdrew my application because they asked me to go for a fourth interview. Looking back, I now realise they were doing as they always do. I behaved wrongly.” “It’s important to show that you understand the working culture. Adapting a similar style of dress to your co-workers, eating the kind of food they eat, enjoying similar activities - these things help to win trust and respect.” “Think of yourself as a cultural chameleon, mirror the kind of messages you get about communication and appearance. People like people who remind them of themselves, and nobody likes what they don’t understand.” ■ CULTURAL mirror the kind of messages you get about communication and appearance 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd7 7The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd7 7 16/11/07 5:53:12 pm16/11/07 5:53:12 pm
  • 8. 8 1 Living abroad 1.2 Vocabulary Living abroad Discussion 1 Look at the picture above. What everyday problems do people who live abroad have? Reading and vocabulary 2 Read the extracts from an article on living abroad. Find the correct heading for each extract. health opening a bank account mobile phones accommodation 3 Read the texts again and use the words in the boxes to fill in the spaces. bills notice contract deposit apartment credit cards salary overdraft To open a bank account in another country you will need to show your passport, proof of earnings, proof of your address and residency. It is also likely that you will be expected to show proof that your monthly (6) will be paid into this account. Remember that rules regarding banks are not the same in every country. You have to pay for an (7) on your account in France, and the rules on (8) can differ greatly, make sure you check before you sign up! Perhaps the most difficult thing to organize is where you are going to live. Your employer might help you find an (1) or it might even be provided for you. The best advice is to start looking before you go. Use the Internet to look for places to rent and post your own advert on bulletin boards. It is important to view anywhere though before you sign a (2) and give a large (3) to a landlord. You also need to check whether or not the utility (4) are included and how much (5) you need to give when you want to move out. Many people choose to live with a local family as a way to learn about the culture of the country they are in. 1 2 The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd8 8The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd8 8 16/11/07 5:53:18 pm16/11/07 5:53:18 pm
  • 9. 9 Further interactive vocabulary practice on the DVD-ROM 1.2 Vocabulary Search for the keywords moving abroad advice to read more about what you need to do when moving to another country. check-up insurance scheme national health service top-ups landline contract number Listening for gist 4 1:05–1:08 These people are all living abroad. Listen to four conversations. Where is each person? What is he or she trying to do? Listening for detail 5 Listen to the conversations again and answer the questions. Conversation 1 1 What does Carmen want to do? 2 Which documents does Carmen need to show? Conversation 2 3 How many bedrooms are there in the apartment? 4 How much is the rent? Conversation 3 5 Does Mr Goodman have a European Health Insurance Card? 6 How tall is Mr Goodman? Conversation 4 7 Why doesn’t Yuki want a phone with a contract? 8 How much free talking time does the phone have? Giving advice 6 Look at the eight pieces of advice for people who are going to live abroad. For each set of four match the beginning with the correct ending. 1 You might have to pay two month’s rent a) for free with most banks. 2 When you move out of a flat b) your landlord will check the inventory. 3 You can have an overdraft c) to withdraw money from a cash point. 4 You can use your bank card from home d) as a deposit before you move into a flat. 5 You need to be registered with a doctor e) broadband access in the area where you 6 Most employers include medical insurance live. 7 Using top-ups f) means you don’t need to sign a contract 8 You need to check that there is for your mobile phone. g) to get medical treatment. h) as part of their employment package. Which pieces of advice are true for your country? Which are different? What other advice and information could you give? Compare your answers with a partner. In many countries, the process of buying a mobile phone is straightforward: you choose the phone and the provider you want, you are then given a (12) . Italy is one exception, where you will need your national ID card and your tax code. When you don’t know how long you are planning to live in the country, many people choose prepaid packages that allow (13) . This means you can cut off the service when you want without worrying about being tied into a (14) . These days many providers also offer wireless Internet access meaning you won’t need to have a (15) put into your flat or apartment. CARMEN, from Brazil, working for a pharmaceutical company in Auckland PETRA AND CRIS, from Germany, working as architects in Nice MR GOODMAN from the USA, working for Athens Bank in Greece YUKI from Japan, working for an engineering company in Copenhagen 3 In most countries you have to pay for medical treatment. For trips of up to three months in Europe, the European Health Insurance Card may allow you to be treated for free by the (9) of the country you are in. Your employer may have an (10) that you can join or you might want to take out your own insurance policy. This will help you if you need to see a doctor while you are abroad. You may need to register with a doctor and you may also need to have a (11) . 4 The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd9 9The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd9 9 16/11/07 5:53:22 pm16/11/07 5:53:22 pm
  • 10. 10 1 Living abroad Present simple She works in London. permanent situations I usually get up at 7.00 am. routines and things we do regularly Grammar reference page 118 Prepositions of time on weekdays dates special days the weekend (US) at the weekend (UK) festivals times in months seasons parts of the day years dates US English month/date/year 02/14/2010 UK English date/month/year 14/02/2010 Grammar reference page 119 1.3 Grammar Present simple and prepositions of time Test yourself: Present simple 1 Read four descriptions of people’s jobs. Write the correct form of the missing verbs into the text. Find the correct job for each text. computer programmer architect human resource manager business student attend enjoy do spend like 1 There are only two of us in the department, so I (1) a bit of everything! I (2) a lot of long meetings – many of these are related to budgets and to company policy development and I (3) them. I also (4) a lot of time interviewing candidates for jobs. This is one of the areas of the job I (5) the most. work develop create spend travel 2 My company (6) educational software for primary school children. Usually I (7) on maths projects but we also (8) Spanish language learning programs. Sometimes I (9) to Spain for meetings but I (10) most of the time at a desk in my office. buy want search send not have 3 I need to repay my student loan so I (11) to find a job before the end of the year when my course finishes. Every day, I (12) the Internet for suitable job vacancies and I (13) the national and local newspapers to look at the job ads. I also (14) my CV to companies I am interested in working for, even if they (15) any vacancies at the moment. not have be x 2 work meet not like think 4 Normally I (16) on one or two projects over a three or four-year period. My latest project is a church and I (17) very excited about it. The church (18) very old and it (19) enough light. I need to design some more windows. Every week I (20) the Bishop to talk about the project. Sometimes he (21) my ideas but other times he (22) they’re great. 1 The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd10 10The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd10 10 16/11/07 5:53:25 pm16/11/07 5:53:25 pm
  • 11. Test yourself: Prepositions of time 2 Complete the text about Elspeth from Germany using prepositions of time from the Refresh your memory box. I came to London about six months ago. I started my job as a wine buyer at Marks & Spencer (1) February. To be exact, I started (2) February 14th . Before coming here, I worked at a winery in South Africa and before that, (3) 2004, I was in New York State working as an au pair. No matter where I am in the world, I always phone my parents (4) the weekend. I try to call them (5) Sundays (6) 6 o’clock (7) the evening. The other thing I try to do is go home for Christmas. I do like to spend time (8) Christmas with my family. If you ever get the chance, you really should go to Germany (9) December. The German Christmas markets are the best in the world. Listening for detail 3 1:09–1:15 Listen to seven descriptions of national festivals and and write the date. 1 Australia Day 5 April Fool’s Day 2 Boxing Day (UK) 6 Showa Day (Japan) 3 Groundhog Day (USA & Canada) 7 Day of the Dead (Mexico) 4 Bastille Day (France) Listen again. What does each holiday celebrate? What happens? 4 Question forms Use the present simple to make questions for these answers. 1 From a small village in south-west France called Marsac. 2 Usually at 9am but sometimes at about 8.45. 3 Languages? English and French quite fluently and also a bit of Chinese. 4 In a small apartment near the centre of town. 5 Usually by bus, but if the weather is really good I sometimes walk. 6 I usually go on holiday in June. 7 Sometimes in the company canteen, but more often I go to the café round the corner. Work with a partner. Take it in turns to ask and answer the questions. 5 Discussion Work with a partner. Describe a local festival or custom either in your home town or the place where you are studying. Think about special food, clothes and typical activities that take place on this day. 1.3 GrammarFurther interactive grammar practice on the DVD-ROM 11 Work with a partner. Search for the keywords festivals in Japan or festivals in Mexico to read more about festivals in these countries. Tell your partner what happens on special days in these countries. The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd11 11The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd11 11 16/11/07 5:53:26 pm16/11/07 5:53:26 pm
  • 12. 12 1 Living abroad 1.4 Speaking Making small talk Discussion 1 Look at the tips for small talk below. What is small talk? Do you think the tips are useful? Reading for detail 2 Read the article below about small talk to find: 1 three topics that you can make small talk about 2 two topics that you can’t make small talk about 3 two tips for managing small talk. What is small talk? Your company sends you to an important international conference in the USA. While you are travelling from the hotel to the conference centre you meet somebody who works for the Spanish division of your company for the first time. The conversation that you have will probably be what we call small talk. What do people make small talk about? There are certain safe topics that people usually make small talk about. The weather is probably the number one thing. Sometimes even friends and family members discuss the weather when they meet or start a conversation. Sports news is a common topic, especially if a local team is doing extremely well or badly. If there is something that you and the other speaker have in common, that may also be acceptable to talk about. For example, if the bus is extremely full and there are no seats available you might talk about reasons why. There are also some subjects that are not considered acceptable when making small talk. Personal information such as salaries or divorce are not talked about between people who do not know each other well. Negative comments about another person not involved in the conversation are also not acceptable: when you do not know a person well you cannot be sure who their friends are. It is also not wise to continue talking about an issue that the other person does not seem comfortable with or interested in. Lastly, avoid one word answers, and ask questions to show that you want to keep the conversation going. TECHNIQUE ONE Always wear a Whatzit What’s a Whatzit? Some people have developed a clever technique that works well for social or corporate networking purposes. The technique requires no special skill on your part, only the courage to wear a Whatzit. A Whatzit is anything unusual – a unique brooch, an interesting scarf, a strange tie, a funny hat. A Whatzit is any object that draws people’s attention so that they walk over and ask, ‘Uh, what’s that?’ TECHNIQUE TWO Whoozat? What to do when you haven’t got a Whatzit… Like a politician, go to the host and say, ‘That man / woman over there looks interesting. Who is he / she?’ Then ask for an introduction. -or- Find out about the stranger’s job, interests or hobbies. The host might say, ‘Oh, that’s Joe Smith. I’m not sure what his job is, but I know he loves to ski.’ Aha, you’ve just been given the icebreaker you need. Now walk over to Joe Smith and say, ‘Hi, you’re Joe Smith, aren’t you? Susan was just telling me what a great skier you are. Where do you ski?’ talk small Tips for The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd12 12The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd12 12 16/11/07 5:53:27 pm16/11/07 5:53:27 pm
  • 13. 13 Search for the keywords small talk to find more tips. With a partner, list the three most useful tips. Interactive pronunciation practice on the DVD-ROM 1.4 Speaking Listening for gist 3 1:16–1:18 Listen to three conversations where people are making small talk. For each conversation decide: 1 where the people are 2 what small talk topics they talk about 3 how many questions the speakers ask to keep the conversation going. Listening for detail 4 Listen to the conversations again and write the questions that the speakers use. Conversation 1 Conversation 2 1 good weather? 4 visit there? 2 go? 5 stay? 3 enjoy it? 6 the Continental? Conversation 3 7 for work or on holiday? 8 you do? 9 your job? 10 visit India? Making small talk 5 Work with a partner. Choose one of the topics below to make small talk about. Student A should prepare some things to say about one of the topics, Student B should prepare a list of questions to keep the conversation going. 1 Your last weekend 4 What you’re doing after class 2 Your job/studies 5 The last time you went to a restaurant 3 Your journey to class today 6 The weather today Beginning and ending small talk 6 Put the words in the correct order to make some useful phrases for beginning and ending small talk. 1 but Sorry have to go I now. 5 your was How weekend? 2 meeting It’s nice been you. 6 Enjoy rest the of the conference. 3 believe can’t how busy it I is. 7 to talking Nice you. 4 journey have you Did a good here? 8 It’s weather lovely today. Mark each phrase B (for beginning a conversation) or E (for ending a conversation). Can you add any more? 7 Work in small groups. You are all at an international conference and it is the break between two presentations. You don’t know any of the other people in your group and so you need to make small talk. Student A turn to page 110. Student B turn to page 111. Student C turn to page 112. Student D turn to page 113. The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd13 13The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd13 13 16/11/07 5:53:30 pm16/11/07 5:53:30 pm
  • 14. 14 1 Living abroad 1.5 Writing Formal and informal emails Discussion 1 Work with a partner. Discuss the questions about emails. 1 How many emails do you write in a week? 2 Who do you write emails to? 3 Have you ever written a formal email? Reading for detail 2 Read the email below and answer the questions. 1 Who is the email from? 2 Who is the email to? 3 What three things does the writer ask the reader to do? 4 Where is Ms Lee going? Subject: Visit to Osaka Securities Dear Mr Watanabe, Thank you for your email received March 21. With regard to my visit next month I need to tell you that I will arrive at Osaka airport at 14.30 on Thursday 14th April. As this will be my first visit to Japan I would be very grateful if somebody could meet me at the airport. Also, would it be possible for you to make a reservation at a nearby hotel for me? I would really appreciate it. In addition, could you possibly send me a copy of the agenda for our meeting and a copy of your most recent sales figures. Please accept my apologies but my colleague Ms Lee will not be able to join me on this visit as she is attending an investment conference in Singapore at the same time. I look forward to meeting you, With best regards, Lars Oluffson The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd14 14The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd14 14 16/11/07 5:53:34 pm16/11/07 5:53:34 pm
  • 15. Informal language 3 Read another email and find informal phrases to match the phrases in bold in exercise 2. Formal and informal language 4 In each set of four, match a formal word on the left with an informal word on the right. 1 inform a) come to 5 further e) want 2 assistance b) help 6 grateful f) more 3 require c) tell 7 near future g) happy 4 attend d) need 8 would like h) soon 5 Read Manuela’s email to Laura and write it as a formal email. Use the expressions from 2 and words from 4. Writing 6 Write a formal reply to Manuela’s email. Use the information below: • you are going to attend the conference • you can not stay for all three days • the sessions you want to go to are New design methods and The future of art • ask Manuela to make a reservation at a hotel • ask Manuela to organize a taxi to pick you up at the airport. 15 Search for the keywords online etiquette to read more about how to write professional sounding emails 1.5 WritingFurther interactive writing practice and model business documents on the DVD-ROM Subject: Visit to Osaka Securities Dear Haruki, Thanks for your message. Re next month’s visit to Japan, I’m going to arrive at Osaka airport at 14.30 on Thursday 14 April. This will be my first visit to Japan so can you send somebody to meet me at the airport please? Can you book a hotel for me near your offices too? Also, can you please send me a copy of the agenda for our meeting and a copy of your most recent sales figures? I’m sorry but my colleague Ms Lee won’t be able to come with me as she is going to an investment conference in Singapore at the same time. See you next month, All the best, Lars Subject: Art and design conference Dear Laura Thanks for your last message. I want to tell you about next month’s arts and design conference. It is going to be held in Sao Paulo at the First Conference Centre from June 18 to 21. The agenda for the conference is attached. Can you have a look and choose the sessions that you want to come to? Please also tell me if you need any extra help. I can book a hotel for you or arrange for somebody to meet you at the airport. I will be very happy if you can let me know soon. All the best, Manuela Calo The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd15 15The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd15 15 16/11/07 5:53:37 pm16/11/07 5:53:37 pm
  • 16. 16 1 Living abroad 1.6 Case study Global Recruit Discussion 1 Read the information below about Global Recruit. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using an organization like this to help you find a job? Reading and discussion 2 Read the two job advertisements. Which job would you prefer? Why? Job WA / 926 Web Analyst in central Brazil. Brazilian MTM, Brazil’s largest on line clothes retailer, has an excellent opportunity for a senior web analyst. The position includes analysing customer actions on our website, reporting on customer habits, maintaining and updating the website and managing a team of web analysts. For the position you need to have knowledge of the following languages: ASP, PHP, Cold Fusion, Java or. Net, experience of working in the clothing industry, managerial experience and a basic knowledge of Portuguese. The job is based in our offices in Rio de Janeiro. Global Recruit Looking for a job abroad? Global Recruit may be able to help you. We work with a number of high-profile organizations all around the world and find the right candidate to fill their vacancies. Our job is to find staff who have the right skills and qualifications for these companies. We arrange interviews and give advice and support on the location and the requirements of the jobs. We can also help with visas and other legal requirements. Job TC / 428 CALL DUBAI, the Middle East’s leading mobile phone company, has an excellent opportunity for an experienced sales advisor in their retail unit in central Dubai. The job will involve advising customers, processing customer orders, and dealing with queries and complaints. Applicants for this position should have a minimum of a year’s sales experience within an international company, should have knowledge of mobile technology and experience of working with customers. Experience within an international company is a strong advantage, as is knowledge of English, French or Arabic. The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd16 16The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd16 16 16/11/07 5:53:38 pm16/11/07 5:53:38 pm
  • 17. 17 Search for the keywords work in Dubai or work in Brazil to read more about job opportunities in these countries. Try to find a job you would like to do and tell your partner about it. Reading for gist 3 The four candidates below were all short-listed for one or other of the positions. Scan the information and see if you can guess which position they applied for. Listening for detail 4 1:19–1:22 Listen to the four people introducing themselves and fill in the missing information on their profiles. Discussion 5 Work with a partner. Decide who is the best candidate for each job. Give reasons for your decisions. Listening for detail 6 1:23 Dana is the Recruitment Manager and Heidi is an administrator at Global Recruit. Heidi is calling Dana about the references that she has for each of the candidates. Listen to the conversation and note down any problems that they find with the four candidates. Discussion 7 Work with a partner. Discuss again who you think is the best candidate for each job. Has the information from the references changed your decisions? Further interactive problem-solving on the DVD-ROM 1.6 Case study NAME: Tomas Visser AGE: 25 QUALIFICATIONS: Business studies degree WORK EXPERIENCE: (1) LANGUAGES: English, Flemish, French HOBBIES / INTERESTS: (2) CURRENT POSITION: Currently unemployed NAME: Panayota Mitropoulos AGE: (3) QUALIFICATIONS: Geography degree WORK EXPERIENCE: (4) LANGUAGES: English, French, German, Chinese HOBBIES / INTERESTS: (5) CURRENT POSITION: Works in family taverna NAME: Miroslav Kalata AGE: 27 QUALIFICATIONS: (6) WORK EXPERIENCE: Designs websites for boutiques LANGUAGES: (7) HOBBIES / INTERESTS: Computers and parties CURRENT POSITION: Website designer NAME: Francesca Di Ponti AGE: 28 QUALIFICATIONS: Modern languages degree from Italian university WORK EXPERIENCE: (8) LANGUAGES: English, Spanish, French, Portuguese HOBBIES / INTERESTS: (9) CURRENT POSITION: Currently unemployed The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd17 17The Business PI SB THIS ONE.indd17 17 16/11/07 5:53:45 pm16/11/07 5:53:45 pm