Book description
Communicative English for Engineers and Professionals covers the syllabi of B. Tech, BE, B.Com, M.Com, BBA, MBA, hospitality, B. Pharma, nursing, physiotherapy, and other courses being taught at various universities, and professional and technical institutions. It integrates learning modules for spoken and written skills in English to give the readers an edge in their careers. Focusing on the requirements of professionals and students, this book equips them to effectively communicate and present themselves at their workplace and other interactive spheres.Table of contents
- Cover
- Title page
- Contents
- About the Authors
- Preface
- Chapter 1. Effective Communication
- Chapter 2. Use of Technology in Developing Communication Skills
- Chapter 3. Word Elements
- Chapter 4. Vocabulary Building
- Chapter 5. Speaking Skills
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Chapter 6. Professional Interaction
- 6.1 Introduction
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6.2 Group Discussion
- 6.2.1 Group Interaction
- 6.2.2 What is a Group Discussion?
- 6.2.3 Relevance
- 6.2.4 Purpose
- 6.2.5 The Process of Communication in a GD
- 6.2.6 Mechanism and Formats of GD
- 6.2.7 Group Discussion and Debate
- 6.2.8 Components of a GD
- 6.2.9 Strategies for an Effective GD
- 6.2.10 Preparation of a Group Discussion
- 6.2.11 Range of Topics
- 6.2.12 Some Useful Phrases
- 6.2.13 Evaluation Process
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6.3 Job Interviews
- 6.3.1 Introduction
- 6.3.2 Job Interviews
- 6.3.3 Myths about Job Interviews
- 6.3.4 Objectives
- 6.3.5 Venues
- 6.3.6 Types of Job Interviews
- 6.3.7 Preparation for Job Interview
- 6.3.8 Appearing for an Interview
- 6.3.9 Potential Interview Questions
- 6.3.10 Interviewing the Interviewers
- 6.2.11 Evaluation of Performance
- 6.4 Professional Presentation
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Chapter 7. Functional Grammar
- 7.1 Introduction
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7.2 Correct Usage: Nouns
- 7.2.1 What is a noun?
- 7.2.2 Classification of Nouns
- 7.2.3 Countable and Uncountable Nouns
- 7.2.4 Compound Nouns
- 7.2.5 Possessive (Genitive) Case of Nouns
- 7.2.6 Correct Usage of Nouns
- 7.2.7 Common Errors in the Use of Noun Expressions
- 7.2.8 Nouns with Two Forms in Plural with Different Meanings
- 7.2.9 The Nouns with Different Meanings in Singular and Plural
- 7.3 Correct Usage: Pronouns
- 7.4 Correct Usage: Adjectives
- 7.5 Correct Usage: Articles
- 7.6 Correct Usage: Adverb
- 7.7 Correct Usage: Preposition
- 7.8 Correct Usage: Conjunctions
- 7.9 Correct Usage: Tenses
- 7.10 Correct Usage: Subject–Verb Agreement
- Chapter 8. Reading and Study Skills
- Chapter 9. Written Communication
- Chapter 10. Professional and Technical Communication
- Acknowledgements
- Copyright
Product information
- Title: Communicative English for Engineers and Professionals
- Author(s):
- Release date: June 2010
- Publisher(s): Pearson India
- ISBN: 9788131792353
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