Speaker
Prof.
Yoshiko Matsumoto
(Soka University)
Description
This presentation examines a university-level course designed to prepare Japanese and international students for global business communication. Conducted in English with a small, interactive group, the course emphasizes skill-based learning through presentations, negotiations, and intercultural interaction. Students with limited work experience acquire business-relevant expressions, phrases, and vocabulary for authentic contexts. Politeness strategies and intercultural competence are developed through simulations and role-plays. ICT tools such as TED Talks and collaborative platforms enhance engagement. The course bridges academic learning with real-world readiness, fostering practical, culturally sensitive communication.
Author
Prof.
Yoshiko Matsumoto
(Soka University)