GRMN 219-001
German Business World
David James profile
davidrf@sas.upenn.edu
MWF 10 am - 11 am

Foreign Languages Across Curriculum (FLAC)
Prerequisite(s): GRMN 215 or equivalent. No previous knowledge of economics or business required. Course taught in German.

This course offers you insights into the dynamics of Business German, while taking a macro approach.  Examples of various course topics include: economic geography and its diversity, the changing role of the European Union, and the economic importance of national transportation and tourism.  In addition, the course emphasizes the development of students’ discourse competencies, Business German vocabulary and grammar.  Course assignments include oral presentations on current events, class discussions, role-play, and collaborative group work.  Class time will be utilized to practice speaking, answering questions, reviewing exercises and holding group discussions on various topics.  Class participation is a key component of this course.

updated 03-2009