Business relationships between Brazil and other countries have been tightening over time. Brazil is a country with needs to be met and, at the same time, full of opportunities, making it a very prosperous territory for generating value, whether in products or services. According to data from the Federal Government, Brazil gains about 600,000 new businesses each year. Investments in education and entrepreneurship-related "know-how" in Brazil are increasingly solid, and this has generated significant interest from international companies in creating commercial and/or marketing ties and partnerships, a factor that has been bringing negotiations between Brazilian and foreign companies closer.
In line with this growth, the Portuguese Language Course for Foreigners aims to develop and transform professionals who wish to communicate efficiently and clearly in negotiations within this market niche, facilitating written and oral understanding of the Portuguese language.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
- To learn key aspects of formal and informal basic communication.
- To understand and use familiar everyday expressions.
- To introduce him/herself and others and ask and answer questions about personal details.
- To interact in a simple way.
- To understand sentences and expressions related to personal and family information, shopping, local geography and employment, for example.
- To communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information.
- To describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and areas of immediate need.
COURSE DETAILS
- Recipients: Young adults and adults
- Course requirements: To be at least 18 years old.
- Duration: 18 months (144 hours) Module 1: 6 months – 24 classes – 1 class of 2 hours per week. Module 2: 6 months - 24 classes – 1 class of 2 hours per week. Module 3: 6 months - 24 classes – 1 class of 2 hours per week.
*In order to earn a Certificate of Completion, participants must thoughtfully complete at least 75% of all three modules.
Os negócios entre o Brasil e outros países têm-se estreitado de tempos em tempos. O Brasil é um país com necessidades a serem supridas e, ao mesmo tempo cheio de oportunidades, ou seja, um território muito próspero a geração de valor, seja em produtos ou serviços. Segundo dados do Governo Federal, a cada ano o Brasil ganha cerca de 600 mil novos negócios. Os investimentos em educação e “know how”relacionado ao empreendedorismo no Brasil é cada vez mais sólido e isso tem gerado bastante interesse de empresas internacionais na criação de vínculos e parcerias comerciais e/ou mercadológicas fator esse que vem aproximando as negociações entre empresas brasileiras e estrangeiras.
Acompanhando esse crescimento, o curso de Língua Portuguesa para Estrangeiros visa desenvolver e transformar profissionais que desejam se comunicar com eficiência e clareza nas negociações desse nicho de mercado, facilitando a compreensão escrita e oral dos falantes da língua portuguesa.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS THAT WILL BE AQCUIRED DURING THE COURSE
The student will be able to comprehend key aspects of formal and informal basic communication, to understand and use familiar everyday expressions, as basic phrases and expressions and prepared to communicate in everyday and simple situations. He/she will also be motivated to introduce themselves and others and develop a conversation about personal details or in activities of their interest, for instance, school/university subjects, profession and workplace, place of living, family and friends. The student will be also competent to request information in different contexts, for example, distinct locations around them, prices, people and familiar services. Besides that, will evidence their ability of answering and making simple phone calls, as well write and understand basic text messages in email
- WHAT IS THE OBJECTIVE OF THE BASIC PORTUGUESE COURSE FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS?
The course aims to provide foreign students with foundational Portuguese language skills, focusing on everyday communication, both in formal and informal settings.
- WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO ENROLL IN THIS COURSE?
This course is designed for non-native speakers who are beginners in Portuguese and wish to improve their ability to communicate effectively in various day-to-day contexts.
- WHAT TOPICS WILL THE COURSE COVER?
The course covers a range of topics including basic grammar, common phrases, conversational skills, introduction to Portuguese culture, and essential vocabulary for everyday situations like dining, shopping, and navigating public transportation.
- HOW LONG IS THE COURSE, AND WHAT IS THE SCHEDULE?
The course typically runs for two semesters with classes held twice a week. Each session lasts one hour.
- WHAT ARE THE TEACHING METHODS USED IN THIS COURSE?
Teaching methods include interactive classroom activities, role-playing, audio-visual materials, and practical exercises that encourage active participation and language use in real-life scenarios.
- WILL THERE BE ANY ASSESSMENTS DURING THE COURSE?
Yes, assessments are conducted to gauge progress and include quizzes, oral presentations, and a final exam.
- IS THERE A CERTIFICATE AWARDED AT THE END OF THE COURSE?
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a certificate that acknowledges their proficiency in basic Portuguese.
- HOW CAN I REGISTER FOR THE COURSE?
Registration can be completed online through our website or by visiting our admissions office. Early registration is recommended as spots are limited.
- QUAL O OBJETIVO DO CURSO DE PORTUGUÊS BÁSICO PARA ESTUDANTES ESTRANGEIROS?
O curso visa fornecer aos estudantes estrangeiros habilidades fundamentais na língua portuguesa, focando na comunicação diária, tanto em ambientes formais quanto informais.
- QUEM PODE SE INSCREVER NESTE CURSO?
Este curso é destinado a falantes não nativos que são iniciantes em português e desejam melhorar sua capacidade de se comunicar efetivamente em diversos contextos do dia a dia.
- QUAIS TÓPICOS O CURSO ABORDARÁ?
O curso cobre uma variedade de tópicos, incluindo gramática básica, frases comuns, habilidades conversacionais, introdução à cultura portuguesa e vocabulário essencial para situações cotidianas como comer fora, fazer compras e navegar pelo transporte público.
- QUAL É A DURAÇÃO DO CURSO E QUAL É O CRONOGRAMA?
O curso geralmente dura 02 semestres, com aulas duas vezes por semana. Cada sessão tem aproximadamente uma hora de duração.
- QUAIS SÃO OS MÉTODOS DE ENSINO UTILIZADOS NESTE CURSO?
Os métodos de ensino incluem atividades interativas em sala de aula, jogos de papel, materiais audiovisuais e exercícios práticos que incentivam a participação ativa e o uso da língua em cenários da vida real.
- HAVERÁ ALGUMA AVALIAÇÃO DURANTE O CURSO?
Sim, são realizadas avaliações para medir o progresso, incluindo quizzes, apresentações orais e um exame final.
- UM CERTIFICADO É CONCEDIDO AO FINAL DO CURSO?
Ao concluir com sucesso o curso, os alunos receberão um certificado que reconhece sua proficiência em português básico.
- COMO POSSO ME INSCREVER PARA O CURSO?
A inscrição pode ser feita online através de nosso site ou visitando nosso escritório de admissões. Recomenda-se a inscrição antecipada, pois as vagas são limitadas.
