Entry into the world of professional German – basics of communication and grammar for an economically oriented environment.

The content of the NC5W subject is an introduction to the study of professional German, and further teaching the basics of oral and written communication in an economically oriented work environment. Students will expand their vocabulary with basic phraseology of business language and language competences of level B1, according to the CEFR.

The topics discussed in the subject are both grammatical – corresponding to level B1, e.g. past tenses, time data, infinitive with “zu”, subjunctive, passive voice. The professional topics are preparation for work in a company. That is, how to properly write a motivation letter, a professional CV based on the advertised position, how to properly prepare for an interview, the first day at the company, training and integration, work in a department, competences, promotion opportunities, transfer to another job. In business correspondence, candidates will learn how to properly write a business letter, email, invitation to a company event, and thank-you letter.