The University of Memphis

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

The University of Memphis invites you to collaborate with our dynamic Spanish course students as they prepare to become adept professionals in the Spanish-speaking business world. These students are engaged in a comprehensive curriculum that teaches them Spanish while immersing them in the theoretical, communicative, financial, and legal aspects of business, with a particular focus on the tourism sector. This unique blend of language and business studies equips our learners with the essential skills to excel in international business environments. Our students are developing abilities to: Understand and produce precise oral and written business communications. Create professional internal business documents. Seamlessly switch between formal and informal registers. Interpret and present business data, graphs, and statistics. Acquire and effectively use business-specific vocabulary. Gain insights into the business sector within Spanish-speaking countries. Engage in meaningful intercultural exchanges to broaden their global perspective. Reflect on their own and host cultures to foster respect, tolerance, and curiosity about diverse cultures.

The University of Memphis

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

The University of Memphis presents the "Spanish for Healthcare" program, an initiative designed to bridge language barriers in healthcare. This course equips undergraduate students with the essential skills needed to communicate effectively in Spanish within medical settings. Learners in this program are proficient in medical terminology, patient interaction, and cultural sensitivity. They are prepared to apply their language skills to real-world healthcare scenarios, enhancing their critical thinking and communication abilities. The aim is to integrate classroom knowledge with professional practice, ensuring that students are well-prepared for careers in the healthcare industry. They are trained to interpret clinical encounters, understand and use medical terminology, and develop cultural awareness regarding healthcare issues pertinent to the Hispanic community.