The BBSI summer course International Law & Business Skills with
English is available in 2 study options: a study programme of 20
lessons weekly (LBS 20) and a study programme of 30 lessons weekly
(LBS 30). Both study options are designed for those with an
English language level of
Intermediate or above, who
require to study a combination of international law, legal studies
and business English language skills. This course is conducted
around a busy and varied school social and activity programme.
Both the LBS 20 and LBS 30 are modular in format. These courses
are ideal in both structure and content, for those who require
English language in an international legal environment, and who
have a work or study-related
background in law or legal studies.
The course can be joined on any Monday during the period
June-September annually. The maximum class size is 15. Students
take an English test on arrival at BBSI and are then counselled in
respect of their study programme prior to being placed in
international classes at an English language level to suit their
needs.
Course Outline:
Minimum English Entry
Level: IELTS 5.0 (Intermediate)
Course Duration:
2-12 weeks
Entry Dates:
Any Monday during the period end June- mid September
Lessons Weekly:
20 or 30 (each of 45 minutes' duration)
Minimum Age:
17 years
Course Structure & Content:
20 lessons weekly in Legal Studies & International Law
Awards:
BBSI Certificate in International Law & Business Skills
(continuous assessment)
Course Objectives:
The course objectives are to:
- develop a basic understanding of current theory and
practice in legal matters and international law
- acquire a professional understanding and knowledge
of legal matters and international law concepts
- develop effective business English communication
skills
- build appropriate vocabulary related to legal
matters and international law
- develop confidence and fluency in the English
language beyond Intermediate Level
- provide participants with the opportunity to acquire
an accredited legal English qualification
On completion of the course, participants will have
enhanced their basic knowledge of business and international
law, and will have developed their ability to use English
language effectively in a professional, legal and social
context. In addition, students will have developed an
extensive range of professional communication skills.
Specialised Components
English legal system
commercial law
contract law
european law
company law
consumer protection
human rights
damages & liability
current affairs & the Law
criminal law
international law
international trade
LBS 30 Study Option
The LBS 30 study option includes all of the above study elements,
but includes an additional 10-lesson weekly business-skills
component, designed to enable participants to further develop
professional English language communication skills for the
business and professional environment. The teaching materials
utilised are varied, are mainly authentic, and include audio and
video facilities. This component of the study programme is
specifically designed to build confidence through active
participation in such activities as discussions, simulations and
role-play.
Course Outline:
Course Structure &
Content:
20 lessons weekly in Legal Studies & International Law
10 lessons weekly in Business Skills
Awards:
BBSI Certificate in International Law & Business Skills
(continuous assessment)
Course Objectives.
The course objectives are to:
- develop a basic understanding of current theory and
practice in legal matters and international law
- acquire a professional understanding and knowledge
of legal matters and international law concepts
- develop and practice extensively effective business
English communication skills
- build appropriate vocabulary related to legal
matters and international law
- develop confidence and fluency in the English
language beyond Intermediate Level
- provide participants with the opportunity to acquire
an accredited legal English qualification
On completion of the course, participants will have
enhanced their basic knowledge of business and international
law, and will have developed their ability to use English
language effectively in a professional, legal and social
context. In addition, students will have developed an
extensive range of professional communication skills.
Specialised Components
English legal system
commercial law
contract law
European law
company law
consumer protection
human rights
damages & liability
current affairs & the Law
criminal law
international law
international trade
Business Skills
Components
Writing
E-mail skills
letters & memos
effective reports
action minutes
advertising & promotion
Presenting
effective openings
structure & delivery
selling products & services
dealing with questions
troubleshooting
Meetings
planning, organising & setting targets
facilitating meetings
handling conflict & difficulties
achieving consensus
decision making & follow-up
Telephoning
establishing contact
taking & leaving messages
making arrangements
checking, clarifying & problem solving
Negotiating
research & information exchange
setting & achieving targets
bidding & bargaining
win-win & closing
sales techniques
