English for Global Business is a business English textbook for non-native speakers who are learning English in order to conduct business, communicate with international professionals, advance in a career, prepare for the TOEIC exam, or pursue an MBA or other university professional degree in English.
This textbook emphasizes the oral communication skills that are most needed for international business. This focus on the language of business and social interactions enables the businessperson to understand international associates clearly and to speak naturally and with confidence. The book also familiarizes learners with American English usage and with aspects of U.S. business protocol and etiquette.
English for Global Business is for intermediate-level students and contains chapters on:
Getting acquainted
Describing your work
Telephoning
Traveling internationally
Entertaining a business associate
Discussing issues
Exercises for listening, vocabulary, language mastery, and communication encourage increased knowledge and fluency. Sections on professional protocols introduce learners to cross-cultural issues and the etiquette appropriate for common business interactions in the United States.