Description

This training aims to develop an operational command of Spanish, both spoken and written, tailored to professional exchanges in an international context. It enables participants to acquire the vocabulary, grammatical structures, and cultural codes essential for effective communication with Spanish-speaking partners, particularly in the logistics, transport, and port infrastructure sectors.

Who is this training for ?

For whom ?

• Any employee required to communicate, negotiate, or collaborate in a professional international context with Spanish-speaking counterparts

Prerequisites

• Beginner level or basic knowledge of Spanish.

Training objectives

Acquire essential vocabulary and basic grammatical structures for professional Spanish

Develop listening and reading comprehension in common work situations (meetings, phone calls, email exchanges)

Communicate clearly and appropriately in professional contexts (presentations, negotiations, site visits, trade fairs)

Training program

• Introduction to Professional Spanish
  • Presentation of the program and objectives.
  • Basics of phonetics and pronunciation.
  • Essential vocabulary: greetings, self-introduction, polite expressions.
  • Basic grammar structures (present tense, articles, gender, plurals).
• Vocabulary and Grammar in a Professional Context
  • Vocabulary specific to logistics, transport, and port infrastructure sectors.
  • Introduction to useful verb tenses (present, present perfect, near future).
  • Building simple and complex sentences.
  • Practical exercises based on professional scenarios
• Listening and Reading Comprehension
  • Listening to typical dialogues (meetings, phone calls, emails).
  • Understanding professional written documents (emails, memos, meeting notes).
  • Case study analysis.
  • Listening and reading exercises with oral/written summaries.
• Oral Expression in Professional Situations
  • Role-playing: presentations, negotiations, site visits, trade shows.
  • Techniques for arguing and persuading.
  • Practice with phone calls and meetings.
  • Emphasis on clarity and adapting speech to the audience.
• Professional Writing
  • Structure and drafting of simple professional emails.
  • Writing memos, notes, and short reports.
  • Common expressions and professional phrases.
  • Writing correction and improvement.
• Cultural Aspects and Intercultural Communication
  • Cultural codes in Spanish-speaking countries.
  • Professional norms and behaviors.
  • Managing cultural differences in business exchanges.
  • Case discussions and practical exercises.
• TMSA Sector-Specific Practice
  • Scenarios adapted to the logistics, transport, and port infrastructure sector.
  • Simulations of real-life situations with Spanish-speaking partners.
  • Ongoing evaluation and personalized feedback.
  • Preparation for operational communication in a professional environment.