In this course, the context is hosting an event and finding an appropriate venue for it. You will learn language and strategies for successful negotiations culminating in a written announcement for an event.
This course is part of the Business English Communication Skills Specialization
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Course 3 of 5 in the
Intermediate Level
Approx. 30 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish, Mongolian
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- Business Communication
- Negotiation
- Planning
- Language
Flexible deadlines
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Shareable Certificate
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Course 3 of 5 in the
Intermediate Level
Approx. 30 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish, Mongolian
Could your company benefit from training employees on in-demand skills?
Try Coursera for Business
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University of Washington
Founded in 1861, the University of Washington is one of the oldest state-supported institutions of higher education on the West Coast and is one of the preeminent research universities in the world.
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
8 hours to complete
Week 1: Exchanging Information
Exchanging information is the first step in negotiating. In this module, we’re going to look at ways to request and give information. We’ll also look at how to make comparisons before making a final decision.
8 hours to complete
16 videos (Total 71 min), 5 readings, 10 quizzes
7 hours to complete
Week 2: Negotiating
In this week, you will receive an overview of negotiations, learn to make a proposal, and also be able to make a concession during negotiations.
7 hours to complete
16 videos (Total 78 min), 5 readings, 8 quizzes
8 hours to complete
Week 3: Handling Problems
When plans are in place, there is always a chance of things going wrong. In this module, you will learn about the techniques to handle problems as they arise.
8 hours to complete
10 videos (Total 73 min), 4 readings, 10 quizzes
7 hours to complete
Week 4: Planning and Announcing Events
Planning events can be a lot of work, but has a huge pay off. You will learn about organizing and announcing events before implementing your plans.
7 hours to complete
11 videos (Total 60 min), 4 readings, 8 quizzes
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TOP REVIEWS FROM BUSINESS ENGLISH: PLANNING & NEGOTIATING
by BRDec 28, 2020
its good course for gain our knowledge to English language
by HAMay 22, 2016
Wonderful course, so helpful if you are in to Business.
by SAJan 2, 2017
if you write on the Blackboard the name of course I fill difficult always to find it.
by BANov 8, 2017
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About the Business English Communication Skills Specialization
This Specialization is designed to teach you to communicate effectively in English in professional contexts. You will expand your English vocabulary, improve your ability to write and speak in English in both social and professional interactions, and learn terminology and skills that you can apply to business negotiations, telephone conversations, written reports and emails, and professional presentations.
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