English for Economists was developed as part of the research schedule of the Department of Modern Languages for Specific Purposes and of the Centre for Research on Specialized Languages from a Multidisciplinary Perspective within the Faculty of Letters, Ovidius University of Constanta. It is my contribution to the enhancement of the English teaching approach, based on the latest updates in the economic field and university curricula.
The textbook is intended for students and professionals in the economic field who need English for their studies, research, and work. It was designed as a self-standing textbook which uses a variety of materials accessible to learners with at least an intermediate level of knowledge of English.
The aim of this textbook is to help learners achieve autonomy in English by enhancing their creativity, fluency, grammar, vocabulary and overall communication skills. The book walks the learner through a diverse set of tasks, organized into seven self-contained conceptual units which can be used as independent activity packs. A unit has the following structure: objectives, lead-in, reading, translation, speaking, listening, writing, grammar, and answer key. It is my desire to provide a friendly and enticing environment based on learners’ needs, which stimulates communication.
I would also like to use this opportunity to thank my colleague, Associate Professor Alina Gălbează, for her valuable insights into the structure and quality of the book.
Assistant Professor Lavinia Istratie-Macarov