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Business English


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These courses are designed for students with a solid understanding of English who are interested in improving their business English. The courses are not designed as ESL classes. Upon completion of each course, students will receive transcript credits that may be applied towards a Certificate in Office Administration. Students must complete the Business English Tests administered at the end of the Business English Skills package. There is no charge for the test.




Start Length Credentials Campus Part- or Full-time
September, January, April 24 hours Credits in the Office Administration Certificates Downtown Part-time

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International students must first contact International Education at study@vcc.ca or 604-443-8600 to determine eligibility for this program or these courses.

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Program Description

Business English

Program Description


Some courses in this program require textbooks. Please call or visit the Downtown Bookstore for more information.
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Admission Requirements

Business English

Admission Requirements

General

VCC welcomes applications from Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

International students

Please note that not all Continuing Studies programs are available to international students. To determine your eligibility, please contact VCC’s International Education Office at: study@vcc.ca or 604.443.8600.


As Vancouver Community College is a post-secondary institution committed to educating adult learners, applicants should be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school.


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Missing prerequisites? VCC offers courses in Adult Upgrading and English as an Additional Language to help you meet your goals.
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Course Schedule

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Courses Schedule

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Fees and Other costs

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Program FAQ

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Info Sessions

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Info Sessions

VCC Continuing Studies offers a variety of office administration programs to suit different career aspirations and interests. Students may specialize in one of the following:

  • Legal office skills
  • Medical office skills
  • Records management skills

Join us for an information session at VCC's Downtown campus, 200-block Dunsmuir at Hamilton, two blocks west of the Stadium SkyTrain station.





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Program Coordinator: Janet Chee, VCC Office Administration, 604.871.7000, ext. 8649
Program Assistant: Harwinder Sekhon, VCC Office Administration, 604.871.7000, ext. 8711

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Program Highlights

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Program Highlights

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Course Schedule

Business English

Courses Schedule

 


Currently Scheduled in Continuing Studies Apr-Aug2019 (201992)

(OACP 1103) Writing Business Letters 0.5 credits    $108.20



Develop and use business writing principles such as the active voice, positive tone, and modern language. Practice using different letter formats and structures.

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CRN Campus - Room Day(s) Time Date Instructor Register
  20379 DTN Rm. 205A
 TM-Monday, T-Tuesday,
W-Wednesday, R-Thursday,
F-Friday, S-Saturday,
U-Sunday
1800 - 2100
28-May-2019
to 04-Jun-2019
 		Gajdics, Sylvia
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(OACP 1104) Grammar Review Business Writing 0.5 credits    $108.20



Review sentence structure with an emphasis on avoiding sentence fragments, run-on sentences, and passive verbs. Practice rewording and condensing. Review the most common grammatical errors made by business writers and learn to improve style and punctuation.

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CRN Campus - Room Day(s) Time Date Instructor Register
  20377 DTN Rm. 205A
 TM-Monday, T-Tuesday,
W-Wednesday, R-Thursday,
F-Friday, S-Saturday,
U-Sunday
1800 - 2100
30-Apr-2019
to 07-May-2019
 		Gajdics, Sylvia
 Register


(OACP 1106) Building Powerful Vocabulary 0.5 credits    $108.20



Learn vocabulary-building tips such as recognizing context clues, understanding confused / misused words, and identifying word parts.

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CRN Campus - Room Day(s) Time Date Instructor Register
  20378 DTN Rm. 205A
 TM-Monday, T-Tuesday,
W-Wednesday, R-Thursday,
F-Friday, S-Saturday,
U-Sunday
1800 - 2100
14-May-2019
to 21-May-2019
 		Gajdics, Sylvia
 Register


(OACP 1107) Memos, Emails, and Reports 0.5 credits    $108.20



Overview of standard structure, style, and format for memos, emails, and reports. Examine email etiquette and business writing processes. Learn how effective use of modern and powerful business language will lead to positive results.

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CRN Campus - Room Day(s) Time Date Instructor Register
  20380 DTN Rm. 208
 TM-Monday, T-Tuesday,
W-Wednesday, R-Thursday,
F-Friday, S-Saturday,
U-Sunday
1800 - 2100
11-Jun-2019
to 18-Jun-2019
 		Gajdics, Sylvia
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(OACP 1123) Business English Test 0.0 credits



Students must complete this course at the end of the Business English Skills package.

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CRN Campus - Room Day(s) Time Date Instructor Register
  20386 DTN Rm. TBATo Be Assigned
 TM-Monday, T-Tuesday,
W-Wednesday, R-Thursday,
F-Friday, S-Saturday,
U-Sunday
1800 - 2100
25-Jun-2019
 Gajdics, Sylvia
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Upcoming schedules for Continuing Studies Sep-Dec2019 Continuing Studies Jan-Mar20 Continuing Studies Apr-Aug2020 term(s) are in process.
Please check back regularly.

Building Powerful Vocabulary (OACP 1106)
course schedule schedule 		0.5 credits $108.20
Business English Test (OACP 1123)
course schedule schedule 		0.0 credits N/A
Grammar Review Business Writing (OACP 1104)
course schedule schedule 		0.5 credits $108.20
Memos, Emails, and Reports (OACP 1107)
course schedule schedule 		0.5 credits $108.20
Writing Business Letters (OACP 1103)
course schedule schedule 		0.5 credits $108.20


Fees for Continuing Studies programs and courses are approximate and subject to change without notice. Fees include GST (if applicable) as well as College Initiative and Resource Fees, which vary depending on the individual course. Student Union Fees and UPass Fees will be assessed at time of registration where applicable, and are not included in the fees displayed online. Students are responsible for any increase in fees if advanced payments are made.



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