Languages

English Intensive Advanced One

Course code: CEEI 710 - Duration: 260 hours

Start date: January 15, 2024

Type: Course

• Blended

LANG:Language & Culture;LANGS:Languages *VID* *KEYB* Relate and Debate. You now have a strong foundation in listening, speaking, reading and writing. You're also quite comfortable with challenging topics and material. But you're not going to stop now, are you? Good, because it's time to get down to business. This course focuses on lively debates and persuasion through individual and panel presentations. You'll conduct interviews outside the classroom then present your findings in class. You'll study topics related to the workplace, education and community, refining the skills you'll need to function in a university or professional setting. The Advanced One Course will be a breakthrough in understanding the role English will play in your life and career. It's also the last step in your preparation for your last course and your certificate of competency. *CNT* This course is a great way to help you: • Develop critical listening skills and strategies in a real-world context; • Speak with fluency and clarity on a variety of academic and professional topics; • Construct sentences with correct word order, spelling and punctuation; • Write short essays with well-developed, well-organized paragraphs; • Gain confidence living and working in English; • Broaden your academic, social and professional horizons; • Have the intercultural experience of a lifetime; • Work towards meeting the language-proficiency requirements to enter Concordia University. *APP* This program takes an integrative approach to language learning that is collaborative, experiential, student-centered and community-based. In short, you’ll learn by doing, sharing, exchanging and… living in English. *WHO* • Advanced speakers who want to improve their English. • Students who want to work towards their certificate of proficiency. • Students who want to go on to university in North America. • People trying to enter the job market or improve their employment opportunities. • Anyone who wants to discover the English culture in Canada. *ADD* A placement test will be given prior to registration to ensure you end up in the course that's right for you. The program is offered 4 times a year (Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer)

English Intensive: Advanced Two

Course code: CEEI 810 - Duration: 260 hours

Start date: January 15, 2024

Type: Course

• Blended

LANG:Language & Culture;LANGS:Languages *VID* *KEYB* On Top of Your Game. At this level, you're quite proficient in English and want to go to university. Or perhaps you simply want to enhance your professional potential. Either way, this course if for you. Here, you'll read a contemporary Canadian novel and work on a related in-depth project. You'll conduct library research, write a research paper and make a formal presentation before the class. Individual attention from your teacher will help you develop your critical thinking skills as you gain confidence and independence in your academic ability. Then, at the end of the class, you'll celebrate with your classmates who, like you, will have earned their language-proficiency requirements for university entrance. Congratulations. *CNT* This course is a great way to help you: • Develop critical listening skills and strategies in a real-world context; • Develop your library and research skills for university or the workplace; • Speak with fluency and clarity on a variety of in-depth social, academic and professional topics; • Construct complex, compound sentences with correct word order, spelling and punctuation; • Employ appropriate expressions and transitions in writing and speech; • Gain confidence living and working in English; • Broaden your academic, social and professional horizons; • Have the intercultural experience of a lifetime; • Meet the language-proficiency requirements to enter Concordia University. *APP* This program takes an integrative approach to language learning that is collaborative, experiential, student-centered and community-based. In short, you’ll learn by doing, sharing, exchanging and… living in English. *WHO* • High-advanced speakers who want to improve their English. • Students who want to work towards their certificate of proficiency. • Students who want to go on to university in North America. • People trying to enter the job market or improve their employment opportunities. • Anyone who wants to discover the English culture in Canada. *ADD* A placement test will be given prior to registration to ensure you end up in the course that's right for you. The program is offered 4 times a year (Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer)

IELTS Academic Test Writing Preparation

Course code: CEEN 167 - Duration: 30 hours

Start date: January 16, 2024

Type: Course

• In-person

LANG:Language & Culture;TESTP:Standardized Test Preparation;LANGS:Languages *VID* *KEYB* Writing text messages to your friends is one thing. Writing for academics is quite another. And chances are, if you’re reading this, it’s because you want to prepare to take or even retake the IELTS Academic Module test. Either way, you’ve come to the right place! In this course, you’ll get all the preparation you need for task 1– writing a descriptive report of graphic or pictorial information using concise phases, vocabulary and structures; and task 2– developing a concise, persuasive argument on a given topic. Get ready to build your skills with practice, feedback and more practice. How high will you score? Let’s find out! *CNT* This course is a great way to help you: • Organize, present and compare data in a table and a chart (bar, pie, line graph) in a well-organized way using specific academic language; • Describe stages of a process or procedures, events and sequence of events; • Write a relevant, well-structured essay using different levels of language accurately and effectively; • Broaden your use of academic language and increase your control of language; • Become more comfortable using language specific to academic settings. *APP* This preparatory course focuses on building writing skills through guidance, individualized feedback and student-centered activities. Practice and preparation are one of the keys to preparing for your IELTS exam and you’ll get plenty of it here. *WHO* • International students who plan to enroll in studies at Concordia University or another institution. • Applicants and international graduates seeking professional certification. • Candidates for scholarships and/or professional certifications. • English-language learners who want to track their progress. • Immigration consultants, teacher of English as Foreign language and other professionals who need internationally recognized certification on their language proficiency.

IELTS General Training Test Writing Preparation

Course code: CEEN 168 - Duration: 30 hours

Start date: February 20, 2024

Type: Course

• In-person

LANG:Language & Culture;TESTP:Standardized Test Preparation;LANGS:Languages *VID* *KEYB* Thinking about immigrating? Planning on furthering your studies or getting a better job? Whatever the case, chances are you’re reading this because you want to prepare to take or even retake your IELTS General Training test. Good thinking! This course will help put all the odds in your favour. Through simulations, feedback and a whole lot of instruction on good writing practices, grammar and vocabulary, you’ll improve your skills to communicate in a structured, fluid and accurate way, which is just what you’ll need to succeed. You can do this. And now is the time to start! *CNT* This course is a great way to help you: • Write a well-organized letter that uses the appropriate register (tone of voice) and style; • Write a relevant, well-structured essay that clearly communicates your point of view; • Sequence information and ideas logically using a range of cohesive devices appropriately; • Broaden your vocabulary and write more accurately; • Gain comfort and confidence with your writing and communications skills. *APP* This is a skill-focused exam preparation course that promotes learning at your own pace. Through instruction, plenty of practice and clear feedback, you’ll be able to improve your score on the exam so you can get where you’re going. *WHO* • Applicants for immigration to Canada, Australia and New Zealand. • Applicants for permanent residency to Canada. • Candidates who want to complete their secondary education, undertake work experience or training programs not at degree level. • English-language learners who want to track their progress.

English Intensive: Advanced Two

Course code: CEEI 810 - Duration: 260 hours

Start date: April 2, 2024

Type: Course

• Blended

LANG:Language & Culture;LANGS:Languages *VID* *KEYB* On Top of Your Game. At this level, you're quite proficient in English and want to go to university. Or perhaps you simply want to enhance your professional potential. Either way, this course if for you. Here, you'll read a contemporary Canadian novel and work on a related in-depth project. You'll conduct library research, write a research paper and make a formal presentation before the class. Individual attention from your teacher will help you develop your critical thinking skills as you gain confidence and independence in your academic ability. Then, at the end of the class, you'll celebrate with your classmates who, like you, will have earned their language-proficiency requirements for university entrance. Congratulations. *CNT* This course is a great way to help you: • Develop critical listening skills and strategies in a real-world context; • Develop your library and research skills for university or the workplace; • Speak with fluency and clarity on a variety of in-depth social, academic and professional topics; • Construct complex, compound sentences with correct word order, spelling and punctuation; • Employ appropriate expressions and transitions in writing and speech; • Gain confidence living and working in English; • Broaden your academic, social and professional horizons; • Have the intercultural experience of a lifetime; • Meet the language-proficiency requirements to enter Concordia University. *APP* This program takes an integrative approach to language learning that is collaborative, experiential, student-centered and community-based. In short, you’ll learn by doing, sharing, exchanging and… living in English. *WHO* • High-advanced speakers who want to improve their English. • Students who want to work towards their certificate of proficiency. • Students who want to go on to university in North America. • People trying to enter the job market or improve their employment opportunities. • Anyone who wants to discover the English culture in Canada. *ADD* A placement test will be given prior to registration to ensure you end up in the course that's right for you. The program is offered 4 times a year (Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer)

IELTS Academic Test Writing Preparation

Course code: CEEN 167 - Duration: 30 hours

Start date: April 2, 2024

Type: Course

• In-person

LANG:Language & Culture;TESTP:Standardized Test Preparation;LANGS:Languages *VID* *KEYB* Writing text messages to your friends is one thing. Writing for academics is quite another. And chances are, if you’re reading this, it’s because you want to prepare to take or even retake the IELTS Academic Module test. Either way, you’ve come to the right place! In this course, you’ll get all the preparation you need for task 1– writing a descriptive report of graphic or pictorial information using concise phases, vocabulary and structures; and task 2– developing a concise, persuasive argument on a given topic. Get ready to build your skills with practice, feedback and more practice. How high will you score? Let’s find out! *CNT* This course is a great way to help you: • Organize, present and compare data in a table and a chart (bar, pie, line graph) in a well-organized way using specific academic language; • Describe stages of a process or procedures, events and sequence of events; • Write a relevant, well-structured essay using different levels of language accurately and effectively; • Broaden your use of academic language and increase your control of language; • Become more comfortable using language specific to academic settings. *APP* This preparatory course focuses on building writing skills through guidance, individualized feedback and student-centered activities. Practice and preparation are one of the keys to preparing for your IELTS exam and you’ll get plenty of it here. *WHO* • International students who plan to enroll in studies at Concordia University or another institution. • Applicants and international graduates seeking professional certification. • Candidates for scholarships and/or professional certifications. • English-language learners who want to track their progress. • Immigration consultants, teacher of English as Foreign language and other professionals who need internationally recognized certification on their language proficiency.

Effective Public Speaking

Course code: CEPR 115 - Duration: 20 hours

Start date: April 3, 2024

Type: Course

• Blended

ENTPR:Business & Entrepreneurship;MANHR:HR, Leadership & Management;LANG:Language & Culture;COMMU:Communication;BUSLM:Business Leadership & Management;DIGICW:Digital Communications & Writing *VID* *KEYB* Your hands are clammy, you're sweating, you're breathing heavily and your heart rate is through the roof. Either you just ran a 20k race or you're about to give a speech in front of 100 people. It's true: public speaking can be daunting, but this course will help you overcome your fears and hone your skills. You'll learn how to develop and organize your ideas and prepare your support material. You'll practice rehearsing properly to make your presentation as effective as possible. And you'll try different types of speaking to get the feedback, practice and confidence you need to succeed. You see! Your pulse is back to normal already. *This course is a combination of on-campus classes and online synchronous classes. *CNT* This course is a great way to help you: • Create and present a speech on how to inform and convince; • Understand how to use the power of storytelling to develop compelling presentations; • Demonstrate effective evaluation and constructive criticism; • Understand and integrate the steps required to deliver a clearly organized speech; • Learn the techniques to create and deliver an effective sales pitch; • Learn how to integrate research into a speech and how to properly use visual aids. *APP* This course brings PR to life through active learning to simulate interconnected, real-world cases, assignments, discussions with the instructor and peers . *WHO* • Students exploring studies and/or careers in media, advertising or public relations. • C-suite executives who need to lead teams and have them buy into the company's direction. • Managers who want to better communicate with their departments. • Researchers who need to present their research to their peers and the public. • Anyone who wants to improve their ability to present with ease and conviction. • Entrepreneurs who need to sell their ideas and passion to raise venture capital. • Corporate employees who want to climb the corporate ladder into management. • Second language speakers of English who want to brush up on their speaking skills.

IELTS General Training Test Writing Preparation

Course code: CEEN 168 - Duration: 30 hours

Start date: May 7, 2024

Type: Course

• In-person

LANG:Language & Culture;TESTP:Standardized Test Preparation;LANGS:Languages *VID* *KEYB* Thinking about immigrating? Planning on furthering your studies or getting a better job? Whatever the case, chances are you’re reading this because you want to prepare to take or even retake your IELTS General Training test. Good thinking! This course will help put all the odds in your favour. Through simulations, feedback and a whole lot of instruction on good writing practices, grammar and vocabulary, you’ll improve your skills to communicate in a structured, fluid and accurate way, which is just what you’ll need to succeed. You can do this. And now is the time to start! *CNT* This course is a great way to help you: • Write a well-organized letter that uses the appropriate register (tone of voice) and style; • Write a relevant, well-structured essay that clearly communicates your point of view; • Sequence information and ideas logically using a range of cohesive devices appropriately; • Broaden your vocabulary and write more accurately; • Gain comfort and confidence with your writing and communications skills. *APP* This is a skill-focused exam preparation course that promotes learning at your own pace. Through instruction, plenty of practice and clear feedback, you’ll be able to improve your score on the exam so you can get where you’re going. *WHO* • Applicants for immigration to Canada, Australia and New Zealand. • Applicants for permanent residency to Canada. • Candidates who want to complete their secondary education, undertake work experience or training programs not at degree level. • English-language learners who want to track their progress.

IELTS Academic Test Writing Preparation

Course code: CEEN 167 - Duration: 30 hours

Start date: June 18, 2024

Type: Course

• In-person

LANG:Language & Culture;TESTP:Standardized Test Preparation;LANGS:Languages *VID* *KEYB* Writing text messages to your friends is one thing. Writing for academics is quite another. And chances are, if you’re reading this, it’s because you want to prepare to take or even retake the IELTS Academic Module test. Either way, you’ve come to the right place! In this course, you’ll get all the preparation you need for task 1– writing a descriptive report of graphic or pictorial information using concise phases, vocabulary and structures; and task 2– developing a concise, persuasive argument on a given topic. Get ready to build your skills with practice, feedback and more practice. How high will you score? Let’s find out! *CNT* This course is a great way to help you: • Organize, present and compare data in a table and a chart (bar, pie, line graph) in a well-organized way using specific academic language; • Describe stages of a process or procedures, events and sequence of events; • Write a relevant, well-structured essay using different levels of language accurately and effectively; • Broaden your use of academic language and increase your control of language; • Become more comfortable using language specific to academic settings. *APP* This preparatory course focuses on building writing skills through guidance, individualized feedback and student-centered activities. Practice and preparation are one of the keys to preparing for your IELTS exam and you’ll get plenty of it here. *WHO* • International students who plan to enroll in studies at Concordia University or another institution. • Applicants and international graduates seeking professional certification. • Candidates for scholarships and/or professional certifications. • English-language learners who want to track their progress. • Immigration consultants, teacher of English as Foreign language and other professionals who need internationally recognized certification on their language proficiency.

IELTS General Training Test Writing Preparation

Course code: CEEN 168 - Duration: 30 hours

Start date: July 23, 2024

Type: Course

• In-person

LANG:Language & Culture;TESTP:Standardized Test Preparation;LANGS:Languages *VID* *KEYB* Thinking about immigrating? Planning on furthering your studies or getting a better job? Whatever the case, chances are you’re reading this because you want to prepare to take or even retake your IELTS General Training test. Good thinking! This course will help put all the odds in your favour. Through simulations, feedback and a whole lot of instruction on good writing practices, grammar and vocabulary, you’ll improve your skills to communicate in a structured, fluid and accurate way, which is just what you’ll need to succeed. You can do this. And now is the time to start! *CNT* This course is a great way to help you: • Write a well-organized letter that uses the appropriate register (tone of voice) and style; • Write a relevant, well-structured essay that clearly communicates your point of view; • Sequence information and ideas logically using a range of cohesive devices appropriately; • Broaden your vocabulary and write more accurately; • Gain comfort and confidence with your writing and communications skills. *APP* This is a skill-focused exam preparation course that promotes learning at your own pace. Through instruction, plenty of practice and clear feedback, you’ll be able to improve your score on the exam so you can get where you’re going. *WHO* • Applicants for immigration to Canada, Australia and New Zealand. • Applicants for permanent residency to Canada. • Candidates who want to complete their secondary education, undertake work experience or training programs not at degree level. • English-language learners who want to track their progress.

English Intensive Intermediate One

Course code: CEEI 510 - Duration: 260 hours

Type: Course

LANG:Language & Culture;LANGS:Languages *VID* *KEYB* Media Radar. At this point, you probably understand most English texts and you feel comfortable communicating in a variety of situations both in and outside the classroom. This course will go further, to help you develop your speaking skills in group discussions on topics of general interest and current events. You'll also be watching current media content and the news as the stimulus for short writing projects that will help you sharpen your view of the future and feel more confident as an English speaker. How does that sound? *CNT* This course is a great way to help you: • Improve your active listening skills; • Increase your ability to speak with ease and confidence; • Communicate spontaneously outside the classroom; • Speak about a topic or give an opinion with explanations; • Construct sentences with correct word order, spelling and punctuation; • Write short essays with well-organized paragraphs; • Gain confidence living and working in English; • Broaden your academic, social and professional horizons; • Have the intercultural experience of a lifetime; • Work towards meeting the language-proficiency requirements to enter Concordia University. *APP* This program takes an integrative approach to language learning that is collaborative, experiential, student-centered and community-based. In short, you’ll learn by doing, sharing, exchanging and… living in English. *WHO* • Intermediate-level speakers who want to improve their English. • Students who want to work towards their certificate of proficiency. • Students who want to go on to university in North America. • People trying to enter the job market or improve their employment opportunities. • Anyone who wants to discover the English culture in Canada. *ADD* A placement test will be given prior to registration to ensure you end up in the course that's right for you. The program is offered 4 times a year (Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer)

English Intensive Intermediate Two

Course code: CEEI 610 - Duration: 260 hours

Type: Course

LANG:Language & Culture;LANGS:Languages *VID* *KEYB* Global Citizenship. This course is your first major step towards competency in academic or professional English. Here, you'll examine social and cultural issues. You'll step outside the classroom to conduct surveys. And you'll use input from sources like the TED talks to do research and conduct discussions and presentations on topics such as addiction, health, workplace issues and more. If you want to further your studies in university or simply further your life in a professional field, this course is a must. *CNT* This course is a great way to help you: • Refine your English to succeed in university or the workplace; • Discuss topics of current interest in a thoughtful manner; • Communicate spontaneously in a variety of contexts outside the classroom; • Construct sentences with correct word order, spelling and punctuation; • Write short essays with well-developed, well-organized paragraphs; • Gain confidence living and working in English; • Broaden your academic, social and professional horizons; • Have the intercultural experience of a lifetime; • Work towards meeting the language-proficiency requirements to enter Concordia University. *APP* This program takes an integrative approach to language learning that is collaborative, experiential, student-centered and community-based. In short, you’ll learn by doing, sharing, exchanging and… living in English. *WHO* • High-intermediate speakers who want to improve their English. • Students who want to work towards their certificate of proficiency. • Students who want to go on to university in North America. • People trying to enter the job market or improve their employment opportunities. • Anyone who wants to discover the English culture in Canada. *ADD* A placement test will be given prior to registration to ensure you end up in the course that's right for you. The program is offered 4 times a year (Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer)