Английский язык для студентов факультета бизнеса коммуникативные навыки, выбор карьеры и поиск работы (предпороговый уровень). English for Pre-interme

Министерство науки и высшего образования Российской Федерации

Федеральное государственное бюджетное образовательное учреждение высшего образования НОВОСИБИРСКИЙ ГОСУДАРСТВЕННЫЙ ТЕХНИЧЕСКИЙ УНИВЕРСИТЕТ

С. В. НИКРОШКИНА, А. С. ЗОЛОТИЛИНА

АНГЛИЙСКИЙ ЯЗЫК ДЛЯ СТУДЕНТОВ ФАКУЛЬТЕТА БИЗНЕСА

КОММУНИКАТИВНЫЕ НАВЫКИ, ВЫБОР КАРЬЕРЫ И ПОИСК РАБОТЫ

(ПРЕДПОРОГОВЫЙ УРОВЕНЬ)

ENGLISH FOR PRE-INTERMEDIATE

BUSINESS STUDENTS

SOFT SKILLS, CHOOSING A CAREER

AND JOB HUNTING

Утверждено Редакционно-издательским советом университета

в качестве учебного пособия

НОВОСИБИРСК

2025

ББК 81.432.1-923 Н 647

Рецензенты:

канд. филол. наук, доцент, доцент кафедры языковой подготовки и межкультурных коммуникаций СГУГиТ О. И. Недоступ

д-р филол. наук, доцент, профессор кафедры ИЯ ТФ НГТУ С. С. Жданов

Никрошкина С. В.

Н 647 Английский язык для студентов факультета бизнеса: коммуникативные навыки, выбор карьеры и поиск работы

(предпороговый уровень). English for Pre-intermediate Business Students: Soft Skills, Choosing a Сareer and Job Hunting: учебное пособие / С. В. Никрошкина, А. С. Золотилина. – Новосибирск:

Изд-во НГТУ, 2025. – 115 с. ISBN 978-5-7782-5389-6

Целью данного пособия является учебно-методическое обеспечение системы образования Новосибирского государственного технического университета. Пособие предназначено для бакалавров факультета бизнеса, обучающихся по направлениям 38.03.01 «Экономика», 38.03.02 «Менеджмент», 38.03.05 «Бизнес-информатика» и специальности 38.05.01 «Экономическая безопасность». Пособие содержит материалы, затрагивающие различные темы бизнес английского, такие как Choosing a Career in Business, Soft Skills, Job Hunting, а также разработанный комплекс упражнений, ориентированных на устранение пробелов в знаниях, формирование и закрепление языковых навыков в контексте английского для профессиональных целей. Пособие может быть использовано как для аудиторной, так и для самостоятельной работы студентов.

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4.Go to your company's social functions

5.Be energetic and enthusiastic at all times

6.Be the last to leave work every day

7.Find an experienced person to give you help and advice

8.Study for extra qualifications in your free time

1.Employees in a lot of multinationals … excellent career opportunities if they are willing to travel.

2.Some people … a career break to do something adventurous like extreme sports.

3.One way to … a career move is to join a small but rapidly growing company.

4.In some companies it can take years to … the career ladder and reach senior management level.

5.Certain companies … career opportunities to the long-termed unemployed or to people without formal qualifications.

phrase that does not go with the verb in each group.

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9.Make sentences using the phrases in the previous exercise.

10.In your opinion, which three qualities below are the most important for a successful career in business?

a)being on time

b)having ambition

c)working hard

d)getting on with people

e)being adaptable

f)knowing about computers

g)having a sense of humor

h)looking smart

READING

11. Read the text and translate it.

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Choosing a Career in Business

Building a career in business is an exciting journey that offers numerous possibilities. Whether you are just starting out or looking to up-skill, there are some steps to consider.

First, let’s look at the different types of careers you could be working towards, each requiring different skills and expertise.

–Management: General / Operations / Project / Product

–Sales and Marketing: Sales / Marketing / Digital Marketing / Market Research

–Finance and Accounting: Analyst / Accountant / Investment / Financial Planner

–Human Resources: Recruiter / Training / Compensation and Benefits Specialist

–Entrepreneurship and small business: Start-up Consultant / Small Business Owner / Founder

–Technology: Software Engineer / Developer

–Legal: Compliance

–Customer Service: Account Manager / Customer Support

–Creative and Design: Branding / Graphic Design / Web Design

–Property Management: Estate Agent / Lettings Negotiator

The careers listed above are only scratching the surface. There are many more careers in business but hopefully we have given you some ideas to think over.

When considering your career in business, you may also want to think about the following points too:

Career Path

What type of industry would you like to end up in? For example, you have chosen to work within human resources, but what sector? You could work in retail, healthcare, technology, education etc.

Would you prefer a supermarket chain where progression and further training could be given? Or would you like to work within a private company where hours could be more flexible? There are so many choices.

Progression

Next, you may want to think about if the role you have chosen leads to progression. For example, in sales, you may begin as a sales representative but eventually move into a sales manager or sales director role.

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Flexibility

Finally, the skills you gain, would they be transferable across sectors? If you decide you want to make a career change further on down the line, would it be easy to switch fields?

How do I build my career in business?

Building a career in business is exciting as you will be presented with many opportunities. However, it requires a certain amount of dedication and hard work in order to achieve this. Let’s see what you need to do.

Define your goals

This has been covered briefly above. Therefore, decide on the industries that interest you and the job role that excites you the most. Next, think of your shortand long-term objectives. For example, if you are looking for a role within a certain company that offers good rewards such as a good pension, starting salary and holidays, or if you aspire to build your own business one day – be your own boss.

Develop key business skills

Certain skills within business are essential. Here they are: Communication – Ensure you communicate clearly and confidently.

You will require these skills for meetings, presentations and interviews. The more you practice, the better you will be!

Leadership – You may not be looking for a leadership role, however sometimes you may be expected to help train and motivate others. Having ‘people skills’ is important and understanding how to lead people and manage projects.

Problem-solving – You will always come across obstacles within your work and it will all be down to how you overcome these.

Financial understanding – Even if you are not in finance, being able to understand basic finances will help you make smarter decisions.

Education

Business education is a branch of education that involves teaching the skills and operations of the business industry. This field of education occurs at multiple levels, including secondary and higher education

At the university level, students have the opportunity to take undergraduate degrees, usually a bachelor's degree, in business and management. Specific curricula and degree-granting procedures differ by program and by region. In general, the program will comprise either preparation for management and general business, or a detailed – more academic – focus on a specific area. Regardless, all will typically include

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basic selections such as Accounting, Marketing, Finance, Operations Management and Economics for business.

Networking and Building Relationships

If you are working within a company it is important to build relationships with colleagues, managers and customers. Many opportunities come from referrals and recommendations.

Gain relevant experience

When attending interviews, your employer will want to see that you have the relevant experience in the area that you are applying for. If you are looking to work in a media company, a small portfolio may help or an example of previous work you have carried out.

When you begin a job, be sure to take on challenging projects that push you out of your comfort zone. Learn and pick up as much as you can as this is experience and it will help you grow as a person.

Seek feedback and be adaptable

Try not to take criticism badly. Learn from it and improve on your skills by being adaptable. The business world can change rapidly and the quicker you can adjust, the less disruption to your work.

Don’t let work take over

While career growth is important, maintaining a balance between your work and personal life is equally crucial. Burnout can set in if you don’t take time for self-care, hobbies, family, and relaxation. A healthy work-life balance leads to sustained success.

Building a successful career in business takes time, effort, and persistence. While success won’t come overnight, focusing on continuous learning, networking, and gaining relevant experience will provide you with a solid foundation for long-term growth.

AFTER READING TASKS

DEVELOPING ACADEMIC VOCABULARY

12. Make the glossary to the text.

to offer numerous possibilities

to look to up-skill

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13. Make up 8 sentences with the words from the glossary.

READING COMPREHENSION

14. Answer the questions.

1.What are the different types of careers you could be working towards in business?

2.What type of industry can you work in?

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