To understand all the documents you come across at work you need to practise reading different kinds of text. This brand new selfstudy book is the ideal way for business people to refine their reading skills in English. It provides practice reading the kinds of texts that business people come into contact with at work every day, using authentic examples from real business situations. It is aimed particularly at executives who communicate in English frequently or work in foreign or multinational companies. The twenty 4page units focus on a wide variety of texts, which are useful as a quickreference guide or for more in depth study and practice Section 1 Emails Section 2 Business documents such as agendas, CVs, job descriptions and annual reports Section 3 Marketing and advertising, including company websites, brochures and social media such as Twitter Section 4 Business media, for example reading newspaper reports, financial news and business blogs Each unit contains practice activities and exercises key vocabulary and phrases and grammar tips, with notes on American English variants Includes helpful advice on different reading styles, such as reading for gist and reading for detail Reference section with advice on how to improve your reading speed, and tips to help you choose the best reading method to find the information you need Also focuses on useful skills not covered in traditional reading courses, such as reading between the lines or understanding the true meaning behind the message Includes an answer key, making it ideal for selfstudy Powered by COBUILD using the real language of business English Collins English for Business is an innovative series of selfstudy skills books which focus on the language you really need to do business in English wherever you are in the world. Each title includes tips on how to communicate effectively and how to communicate interculturally. Other titles in this series are Speaking, Listening and Writing.
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To read fluently in all situations you need to practise reading different kinds of texts. Collins Reading presents 20 different texts with exercises to help you develop the skills to read anything you come across. Reading features authentic texts and a wide variety of styles to help you develop your reading skills, such as reading for general understanding and reading for detail. Featured texts include signs and labels advertisements newspapers brochures recipes classic and modern novels
If you want to understand everything you read in English, you need to practise reading different kinds of texts. With Collins Reading (A2) you will learn how to get the information you need from every text you read. Includes both authentic and adapted texts in a wide variety of styles signs and labels timetables and tickets advertisements newspapers and magazines brochures social networking sites blogs Twenty units with a clear design in full colour. Appendices contain detailed advice target
Reading in English at advanced levels involves more than just words and grammar it requires an interpretation of tone, context, aims and more. But sometimes the English you can learn from your coursebook just isnt enough for real life. Using real life examples and language English for Life Reading (B2) will help you to appreciate the finer details of a reading piece and so to get much more out of reading in English. Study the language people really use when they are writing and why Compare and contr
Collins Pocket Business English Dictionary is the ideal reference for anybody who uses English for business. This handy, pocketsized dictionary contains all the words and phrases you need to succeed in todays business world and to communicate with confidence in every situation. This dictionary contains uptodate information on all the words and phrases used in international business, in both American and British English. As well as key business terms, the dictionary also contains a number of general Englis
Collins COBUILD International Business English Dictionary is the ideal reference for anybody who uses English for business. It contains all the words and phrases you need to succeed in todays business word and to communicate with confidence in every situation. Collins COBUILD International Business English Dictionary contains uptodate information on all the words and phrases used in international business, in both American and British English. As well as key business terms, the dictionary also contains a
Career Paths Business English is a new educational resource for business professionals who want to improve their English communication skills in a work environment. Incorporating careerspecific vocabulary and contexts, each unit offers stepbystep instruction that immerses students in the four key language components reading, listening, speaking, and writing. Career Paths Business English addresses topics including making introductions, salary information, doing business with different cultures, quality st
If you want to understand everything you read in English, you need to practise reading different kinds of texts. With Collins Reading (A2) you will learn how to get the information you need from every text you read. Includes both authentic and adapted texts in a wide variety of styles signs and labels timetables and tickets advertisements newspapers and magazines brochures social networking sites blogs Twenty units with a clear design in full colour. Appendices contain detailed advice target
Improve the way you communicate in English when working internationally its as much about how you say it as what you say! You need more than just a good level of English to communicate successfully in international business. Collins Effective International Business Communication gives you clear and practical advice to help you to communicate successfully with colleagues and business partners around the world, using the English you already know. Part 1 will help you with speaking and listening, with prac
Collins COBUILD Advanced Learners English Dictionary offers detailed treatment of todays language. Based on the evidence from the Bank of English corpus, which now contains over 524 million words, the fifth edition contains the most important new words and meanings which have come into the language over the past two years, as well as thousands of new, updated examples, taken directly from the corpus.
To write confidently in English you need to practise different styles of written English. Collins Writing helps you recognize different styles and choose the right language to get your message across. The twenty units focus on a wide variety of texts so that you can feel just as comfortable writing a postcard or using social media online. Learn to write as fluently as you speak, use the right tone, and use persuasive language to get the response you need. Featured writing styles include online review
Collins Academic Skills Series Research will give you the skills you need for successful academic reading and referencing. Learn how to choose the right sources access information think critically when reading texts make concise notes Collins Academic Skills Series Research will help you to make the most of your time at university. Clear information and practical exercises Information on academic expectations understand the requirements of studying at university Helpful tips and summaries
The Collins Latin Pocket Dictionary offers the learner of Latin extensive coverage of Latin and English in a compact, handy format. The Collins Latin Pocket Dictionary is designed for all those studying Latin, whether at school, or as a hobby. It is the ideal text for learners of Latin, and comes with a useful supplement of Latin phrases used in English. The Collins Latin Pocket Dictionary offers extensive coverage of Latin and English. This dictionary includes a supplement on Latin verbs and nouns. The c
Clearly and attractively presented, this reissue of the second edition of the Collins COBUILD Elementary English Grammar offers preintermediate learners of English a firm foundation in the principles of English Grammar. The second edition of the Collins COBUILD Elementary English Grammar has been written for pre intermediate to intermediate learners of English in order to provide them with a sound understanding of the basics of English Grammar. The reference material is attractively presented on the lefth
When a rich lady is murdered, there is one obvious suspect. Even his wife says he is guilty but then his lawyer discovers evidence that brings everything into question. Is anyone telling the truth?
By using Practice Tests for IELTS, you will Feel completely confident about how the IELTS exam works Know what to expect on the day of the exam Improve your score through realistic practice All you need for your ideal IELTS score Four complete Academic IELTS tests PLUS Two complete General Reading and Writing papers A clear guide to how the IELTS exam works A whole section full of useful tips on how to do well in the exam A CD ( transcript) with accurate model Speaking and Listening papers Answer