This study provides an overview of the successful implementation of a specialized course within the Faculty of Business Administration. The course was developed to enhance global business communication skills in English for Japanese students and those from diverse cultural backgrounds. It was specifically tailored for second and third-year students with initial TOEIC scores of 500 or higher.

The course incorporated three primary teaching methods: active learning, peer review/feedback, and interactive lectures featuring both the instructor and a guest lecturer. As a result, there was a notable improvement in student motivation, independence, confidence, and overall satisfaction. The course's success is underscored by the high levels of satisfaction reported in end-of-course questionnaires. Furthermore, a comparison of TOEIC scores before and after the course revealed a significant average increase from 603 to 723, demonstrating a remarkable enhancement in students' business communication skills in English, attributed to increased motivation.

Authors:
Yoshiko Matsumoto, Soka University, Japan

About the Presenter(s)
Ms. Yoshiko Matsumoto is currently an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Business Administration, Soka University, Japan.

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