口语表达A: WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN LIVING A BETTER LIFE? ? BE REALISTIC ? BE ROMANTIC B: WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN ATTENDING A CONFERENCE? ? TOPIC OF THE CONFERENCE ? PLACE WHERE THE CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD C: WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN GIVING A REPORT? ? RESEARCH WORK ? CHOOSE AN INTERESTING TOPIC

口语表达part 2 Mini presentation (about 1 minute each) 　　Candidate Amieeyan's choice of topic (out of 3 options) 　　What is important when...? 　　Taking a business course 　　*location 　　*reputation

口语表达A. WHAT ARE THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PR DEPARTMENT? ? RESEARCH INTO THE PUBLIC''S NEEDS ? COMMUNICATION WITH THE PRESS ? DEVELOPMENT OF THE COMPANY''S REPUTATION B. WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN RECRUITING STAFF? ? PAST WORKING EXPERIENCES ? QUALIFICATIONS ? EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND C. WHAT ARE THE RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE EXPORT MANAGER? ? CONCERNED WITH THE PRODUCTION OF GOODS FOR EXPORT ? RESPONSIBLE FOR DEALING WITH CUSTOMERS SALESMEN AGENTS AND DISTRIBUTORS

口语表达Discuss with your partner about kinds of taxation ? progressive tax ? proportional tax ? regresssive taxation

· You will hear an interview with Carol Vogel, the president of Telekom. She is talking about their current situation and future prospects. · For each question (23-30), mark one letter (A, B or C) for the correct answer. · After you have listened once, replay the recording.

May 6thDear Mr. Hanks, I am pleased to confirm our ability to meet your requirements for the HDC Graphics Workstation. Taking your special needs into consideration, I suggest you place your order for the agreed equipment as soon as possible. The (19) time for hardware, for example, is 6 weeks from receipt of order to (20) Thus, an order placed with us tomorrow will (21) delivery to your site by the week commencing Thursday, May 31st. All orders must be accompanied by a (22) of 20% of the total amount shown on the attached (23) .The (24) amount should be paid no later than one week following delivery. Please note that (25) charges have not been included, and a separate invoice covering these charges will be (26) at the time of delivery. As I (27) you on the phone, this particular hardware runs the (28) version of EUCEID-IS, 2.2b. However, it is not expected that this software will be (29) in this country until next month. We have every (30) in the suitability of our hardware for such software. Moreover, you can be assured of our (31) to solve any minor difficulties through our experienced customer service team. As I informed you, the equipment carries a one-year (32) During this period, we undertake to send one of our staff to carry out repairs on site within a period of 12 hours. For your future (33) , however, we also operate an insurance scheme, covering the equipment against breakdowns for a small additional cost. Sincerely Jack Chen

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· You will hear a radio interview about the sportswear industry. · For each question (23-30), mark one letter (A, B or C) for the correct answer. ·After you have listened once, replay the recording.

A Business EconomistYou will have excellent analytical skills and an ability to communicate effectively with non-economists both orally and in writing. You will be expected to use data from a variety of sources for model-building and other forms of economic analysis. You will also liaise with clients, play an active role in business development, and present the results of your analysis in an incisive and accessible form.B Economic Policy ManagerAt the very heart of our business, you will need to be a highly confident and credible business shaper in economics or a related discipline and preferably, have post graduate qualifications in economics, business or finance. You will also ideally have experience of regulatory issues and appreciate bow they fit in with the bigger picture. Thus, you will be a key player in the team, leading our regulatory agenda both internally and externally, preparing government proposals, and using your excellent interpersonal communication and influencing skills to build strong links across our business and with external bodies.COutstanding Young EconomistsWe are seeking to recruit outstanding young economists to join our team at our Dublin office. Candidates should have a brilliant academic record, ideally including a PhD in economics and two or more years' post qualification experience. Ideal candidates will probably be in their mid to late twenties and will be focused on applying their exceptional economic skills to commercial and policy issues.DPrincipal EconomistLeading the European team from London and reporting to the Chief International Economist, the role focuses on producing top quality macroeconomic commentary & forecasts and country risk analysis. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are of paramount importance as the role involves liaising both with clients and the media. Experienced in modeling and forecasting, you will have an extensive knowledge of the European economies, with particular reference to structural change and policy.

· You will hear a professor giving a talk on the slowdowns of the world economy. · For each question 23-30, mark one letter (A, B or C) for the correct answer. · You will hear the recording twice.

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· You will hear an interview with Mr Lyon, a fund manager, by a reporter from Business Week. · For each question 23-30, mark one letter (A, B or C) for the correct answer. · You will hear the recording twice.

·You will hear a job applicant talking to the Personnel Manager of a chain store. ·For each question (23-30), mark one letter (A, B or C). ·After you have listened once, relay the recording.

· You will hear two managers, Louis and Sally, discussing changes in their company. · For each question 23 - 30, mark one letter (A, B or C) for the correct answer. · You will hear the recording twice.

·You will hear a radio interview with David Meerman Scott, writer, consultant, conference speaker. ·For each question 23-30, mark one letter (A, B or C). ·You will hear the recording twice.

· You will hear a news report in which Bonita Carol will tell you what is happening to domain names.· For each question 23--30, mark one letter (A, B or C) for the correct answer.· You will hear the recording twice.

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· You will hear a discussion.· For each question 23- 30 mark one letter (A, B or C) for the correct answer.· After you have listened once, relay the recording.

·You will hear a talk presented by a reporter about high-tech market in the world. ·For each question 23—30 mark one letter(A, B or C)for the correct answer. ·After you have listened once, replay the recording.