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Business English Courses INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT ENGLISH SERIES A ground-breaking new series developed by York Associates, who have been preparing professionals for international work for over 30 years. Level: Upper Intermediate to Advanced • CEF Level: B2 – C1 Research shows that, in order to operate and communicate successfully in the ever-more-connected world of international business, managers need a blend of the following skills to be effective communicators: • relevant language skills • communicative ability • people management skills • intercultural competence International Management English provides comprehensive training in all of the above areas alongside the language needed to carry them out successfully. International Management English consists of four titles covering key aspects of international business operations; Leading People, Managing Projects, Managing Change and Working Virtually. Each book in the series consists of eight units, with every unit offering four distinct sections: • Discussion and listening Engaging and relevant content in areas of international management and teamwork • Communication skills In addition to the familiar topics of meetings, presentations and negotiations, input and practice are also provided in conflict management, team building and giving and receiving feedback • Professional skills Authentic texts from management writers and thinkers provide the starting point for reflection and discussion among learners • Intercultural competence A focus on raising cultural awareness followed by an illustrative case study At all times learners are encouraged to discuss their own experiences and work situations with their trainer and with each other. This will enrich the learning environment of every class and ensure the relevance of the learning to the learners' actual needs FEATURES In addition each title provides: a learning diary a needs analysis unit-by-unit glossaries of key words and phrases tips for more effective language learning and how to improve performance at work the opportunity to develop a personal action plan For tables of contents and sample pages visit www.deltapublishing.co.uk MANAGING CHANGE NEW Fiona Mee Managing Change deals with the challenges facing those who are having to lead others through changes in their working life. It covers all aspects of change management, from communicating the need for change through to dealing with objections and bringing all those affected through as a coherent team. The book practises language and skills in these areas: Managing Change Book with Audio CD 978 1 905085 68 2 2 ngl.cengage.com Change happens Why change? Communicating change Overcoming resistance Influencing people Developing change leaders Evaluating and measuring Cultural shifts