AAS Foreign Language for Business: Spanish
Ken Gordon School of Communication, Creative and Digital Media
Digital Media and Communication
Programme Description
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Foreign Language for Business: Spanish is designed to provide graduates with a competitive edge in the global marketplace. Students are guided through an intensive learning experience that focuses on the development of competencies in Spanish language skills, international business and cultural awareness, which are all required to effectively conduct or support business activity in a Latin American context.
Requirements
Minimum five (5) CSEC/GCE O’ Level subjects, inclusive of English A and Mathematics, Grades 1,2,3* or A, B, C. *Grade 3 accepted if attained in June 1998 and beyond.
Mature Entry: Applicants over 25, with a minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience are also considered for admission. Such candidates must submit detailed curriculum vitae and a portfolio of their work with the application form. The Department may also conduct interviews to determine the candidate’s readiness to pursue the certificate programme.
Tuition & Fees
| FeesType | Citizens | Caricom | International | Per |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications: Online | Free | Free | Free | Application |
| Registration | $80.00 | $80.00 | $80.00 | Semester |
| Tuition | $300.00 | $400.00 | $750.00 | Credit* |
| Administrative | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 | Semester |
| Technology | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 | Semester |
| Student Inusurance | $30.00 | $30.00 | $30.00 | Annum |
| Student Guild | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 | Annum |
| * Total Programme Credits can be found in the courses section | ||||
Courses
| Course Type | Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course in the Major | LAST 120 | Introduction to Latin American Studies | 3 |
| Course in the Major | LAST 121 | International Relations and Latin America | 3 |
| Course in the Major | LAST 225 | Doing Business in Latin America | 3 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 121 | Conversation in Spanish | 4 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 122 | Spanish for Business I | 4 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 123 | Spanish for Business II | 4 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 130 | Spanish Stylistics I | 3 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 210 | Latin American Civilisation and Culture I | 3 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 211 | Latin American Civilisation and Culture II | 3 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 230 | Introduction to Translation | 3 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 240 | Introduction to Interpreting Techniques | 3 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 247 OR SPAN 277 | Study Abroad OR Independent Study | 3 |
| Total Credits for Required Courses in the Major | 39 | ||
| Core Curriculum Course | COMM 108 | Oral Presentation Skills | 3 |
| Core Curriculum Course | LIBS 130 | Fundamental Research Skills | 3 |
| Core Curriculum Course | MATH 116 | Contemporary College Math | 3 |
| Core Curriculum Course | FYEC 100 | First Year Experience Course | 3 |
| Core Curriculum Course | WRIT 117 | Fundamentals of Writing | 3 |
| Total Core Curriculum Credits | 15 | ||
| Support Course | BUSI 216 | Introduction to International Business | 3 |
| Support Course | MKTG 205 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| Support Course | MKTG 330 | International Marketing | 3 |
| Total Support Course Credits | 9 |
Additional Information
Semester
September & January Semesters
In Person / Online / Blended
Blended
Gate Funding Availability:
Yes
Payment Plan Availability:
Yes
Campus
North Learning Centre
Email:
DMAC@costaatt.edu.tt
Telephone:
625-5030 ext. 8612
