English S5 L3 2024-2025

Module Title: English for Monetary and Financial Economics

Module Description: This module provides university students with the English language skills necessary to understand and communicate key concepts in Monetary and Financial Economics. It covers essential vocabulary, terminology, and communicative practices used in finance and economics, preparing students to engage effectively in academic and professional settings within this field.

Key Focus Areas:

  1. Fundamental Concepts and Vocabulary: Students will learn and practice essential economic and financial terms, including topics like money markets, financial instruments, inflation, interest rates, exchange rates, and monetary policy.

  2. Reading and Comprehension of Financial Texts: Through structured readings of articles, reports, and case studies, students will develop skills in analyzing financial documents and interpreting monetary policy statements, market analyses, and economic forecasts.

  3. Academic Writing and Reporting in Economics: The module emphasizes clear and precise writing for academic and professional purposes, including report writing, essay composition, and crafting summaries. Students will be guided in how to present arguments, discuss policy impacts, and interpret data in written form.

  4. Presenting Economic Data: Students will practice presenting economic data and trends using graphs, tables, and other visual tools, with a focus on explaining complex information in accessible English.

  5. Discussion and Debate Skills: Engaging in discussions and debates on current economic events, policies, and financial crises will enable students to develop their spoken fluency, confidence, and critical thinking skills, preparing them for active participation in global financial conversations.

Learning Outcomes: By the end of this module, students will:

  • Demonstrate improved comprehension of English-language resources in economics and finance.
  • Be able to present financial data and reports accurately and effectively.
  • Write clear, concise, and professional summaries, analyses, and reports in the field of monetary and financial economics.
  • Engage in discussions about monetary policies, financial trends, and economic events with clarity and confidence.
  • This module is ideal for students aiming for careers in finance, economics, policy-making, or research, as it equips them with the English skills needed for success in an international environment.