Business Spanish

As we head into a new era of economic globalization, we find that in order to be competitive, both on a personal/professional level and at a corporate level, we need to expand our skill set. Business, in the past often conducted locally on a statewide or nationwide basis, is now being conducted across the world, without regard to either the distance that separates the countries doing business, or the different languages spoken in those countries. Not only are products traded among different countries: product made by U.S. manufacturers are often fabricated and assembled in other countries and more recently, services are provided by them as well, including in such diverse areas as software development and technical support.

With the advent of NAFTA and CAFTA, more and more business relationships are developing between the United States and countries in Latin America. Individuals and companies with an ability to communicate and negotiate with people in these countries – in their native language, Spanish – will have a competitive advantage. Being bilingual in a business setting not only facilitates communication, it fosters mutual respect, trust, and understanding, which in turn can pave the way for developing business relationships.

By studying Spanish in Mexico at Español Universal, you will be studying in a country in which a huge percentage of U.S. – Latin American business takes place; you will be exposed to Mexico-centric vocabulary, Mexican accents, Mexican cultural traditions, Mexican geography, and Mexican politics, all of which will help immeasurably in future business dealings.

Our teachers are highly trained professional educators: they speak and teach the kind of Spanish – clear, concise, grammatically perfect – that is expected in business circles. You will learn appropriate use of formal and informal speech in a business setting, important differences between spoken and written Spanish with respect to business communications, how to put people at their ease, how to clearly and articulately express yourself without seeming too forward or aggressive as well as other culturally sensitive issues.

Many Latin-American business professionals have an extensive understanding of English; and yet, if you can demonstrate a degree of competence in Spanish, you are showing them that you are making an effort, that you are invested in developing real working relationships with them. Regardless of the amount of time you have to devote to studies here at Español Universal, we can maximize your learning experience by focusing on what’s important to you, and what types of things are most likely to yield positive results.

"The classes exceeded my expectations. I'm impressed with the dedication of the teachers and the staff. Everyone is gracious, conscientious and considerate. When I return to Guanajuato I plan to take more classes at Espanol Universal."

Rebecca N.