CSERV 2031

Russian for Business and Travel II

This is an introductory course in Russian that emphasizes basic business and travel-related vocabulary as well as cultural/nonverbal aspects of Russian business communication. This low-stress course introduces only the grammar and structures absolutely necessary for speaking and is oriented to the development of travel and business speech habits. It covers such topics as airport procedures, baggage claim information, daily routine, hotel-related phrases, money, and vocabulary and ethics of phone conversations. The course also enhances participants’ general understanding of Russianspeaking cultures and introduces some significant aspects of Russian geography and modern history. Intended for community members with minimal previous knowledge of Russian.

Units: 0.0

Hours: 16 hours TBA