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商务英语考试实战练习那些地道口语

商务英语考试实战练习那些地道口语

商务英语考试实战练习那些地道口语为了让大家更好的预备商务英语BEC考试,我给大家整理商务英语考试实战练习那些地道口语,下面我就和大家共享,来观赏一下吧。

商务英语考试实战练习那些地道口语(1)1. What are you up to? 你正在做什么?假设你在办公室想跟同事沟通下工作状况,又怕耽搁对方的工作,就可以先问同事In the middle of something? (你在忙吗?) 假如对方回答Kind of.(算是吧。

)这时你就可以连续你的谈话了,比如可以做一下谈话前的“热身”,问对方:What are you up to?(你最近在忙什么啊?),然后再绽开你想沟通的话题。

另外US人见面时常用的问候语What’s up?就与What are you up to?在意思方面很接近,都是问“你最近在做什么啊?”但是需要留意一点:语气的不同所表达的意思也不相同,比如你发觉在未经你允许的状况下,别人正在你的办公桌上乱翻,就可以过去责问他What are you up to?(你正在搞什鬼?)。

除此以外What are you up to?还有其他意思,比如你的同事正在完成某个项目,你就可以说What are you up to?(目前进展如何?)当然What are you up to?与What are you doing?意思基本相同,可相互取代,但是多变的表达方式会令你在工作期间的沟通中显得更加出彩。

2. In the middle of something? 你正在忙吗?在上面已经提到了In the middle of something? (你正在忙吗?)这句话,惯用的说法是Are you busy?,但是死啃一种说法明显过于单一化,把眼界放广一点,对于同一个概念要有不同的变化。

假如你常常用Are you busy?,不妨换成In the middle of something?,由于这句话的意思更为精确,比较接近于Are you busy right now?(现在是不是正在忙?)而Are you busy?的含意不仅可以解释为“现在是不是正在忙?”也可指“最近忙不忙?”。

BEC中级商务英语口语练习整合篇

BEC中级商务英语口语练习整合篇

中级商务英语口语练习一1. We should make our exhibit booth stand out from the others.我们应该把展位布置得与众不同。

2. If possible, you can also consider the lighting effect in your booth.如果可能的话,你们还可以考虑增强展位的灯光效果。

3. Our product is lower priced than the competitors.我们的产品比其他竞争者的价格要低。

4. Our products are of superior quality and favorable prices.我们的产品质优价廉。

5. One of the real pluses of this product is that it is of very high quality and of compact size.这种产品的真正优点就是高质量、小体积。

6. I’m really looking forward to seeing you at my country.我真的很期待能在我们国家看到你们。

7. Two of the most popular trade shows are held in Beijing and Shanghai.两个最热门的商展是在北京和上海办的。

8. How early can we begin setting up our exhibit tomorrow morning?明天早上多早可以开始布置展位?9. I’d like to speak to whoever deals with planning permits.我想和负责规划许可证的人谈谈。

10. Could I speak to someone in charge of customer services please?请让客户服务部的负责人接电话,好吗?中级商务英语口语练习二1. I’m really looking forward to seeing you at my country.我真的很期待能在我们国家看到你们。

BEC商务英语考试中级口语对话集锦

BEC商务英语考试中级口语对话集锦

BEC商务英语考试中级口语对话集锦bec的口语是考试的一个重要板块, 为了帮助大家在口语中拿分, 下面小编给大家带来BEC商务英语考试中级口语对话集锦。

BEC商务英语考试中级口语对话集锦11.Go across the street 过马路A: Let’s go across the street for a walk.B: Okay, sounds very nice.A:我们过马路走走吧。

B:好的,这主意不错。

2.Go around the lake 去湖边走走A: Would you like to go around the lake?B: Great idea!A:你想不想去湖边走走?B:好主意!3.How are things going? 怎么样?A: How are things going recently?B: Pretty good.A:近怎么样?B:很好。

4.How is your family? 家里人好吗?A: How is your family?B: They are doing well.A:家里人好吗?B:他们很好。

5.Let’s go and get some fresh air.我们出去呼吸一下新鲜空气吧。

A: After lunch, let’s go and get some fresh air.B: Good idea.A:吃完午饭,我们出去呼吸一下新鲜空气吧。

B:好主意。

BEC商务英语考试中级口语对话集锦2(1)A: We can offer you this in different levels of quality. B: Is there much of a difference in price ?A: Yes , the economy model is about 30% less. B: We’ll take that one .A: 这产品我们有三种不同等级的品质。

BEC口语练习

BEC口语练习

BEC口语练习为了让大家更好的准备商务英语BEC考试,给大家整理商务英语口语练习,下面就和大家分享,来欣赏一下吧。

商务英语口语练习1301 I would like to ask you a question.我想问你一个问题。

302 Yes. Please do. 好,请说。

303 Would you care to answer my question on the warranty?你可以回答我有关保证的问题吗?304 I do not know whether you care to answer right away. 我不知道你是否愿意立即回答。

305 I have to raise some issues which may be embarrassing.我必须提出一些比较尴尬的问题。

306 Sorry, but could you kindly repeat what you just said?抱歉,你可以重复刚刚所说的吗?307 It would help if you could try to speak a little slower. 请你尽量放慢说话速度。

308 I will try. 我会试试看。

309 Could you please explain the premises of your argument in more detail?你能详细说明你们的论据吗?310 It will help me understand the point you are trying to make.这会帮助我了解你们的重点。

311 We cannot proceed any further without receiving your thoughts with respect to the manner of payment.我们如果不了解你们对付款方式的意见,便不能进一步检讨。

BEC情景口语对话

BEC情景口语对话

BEC情景口语对话BEC情景口语对话:求职面试A: Hello Mr. Jones, please have a seat. Thank you for coming in today.I have read your resume. You completed University in England?B: Yes, I went to Cambridge. After graduation, I started right away into the advertising industry. Later, I made a bit of a switch to focus on marketing research.A: So, what experience do you have?B: I have ten years marketing experience. This includes both entry level and management positions. In my last position, I worked my way up to being director of the marketing department.A: I can see that from your resume. Your last position was marketing director for a pharmaceutical company, is that right? Later, why did you decide to leave your former post?B: I felt after five years in one place, I was ready for something new. I would like to have a job that is challenging, something that I can see and do new things every day. I loved many things about my former job, and I left with amiable feelings on both sides. I was just ready for something new.A: I see. Do you want to work full-time or part-time?B: I would rather work full-time.A: I'll make note of that. Now, what are your salary expectations?B: I am willing to negotiate, but I expect at least $40,000 a year.你好,琼斯先生!请坐.谢谢你今天能来.你的简历我已看过.你在英国上的大学?是的,上的剑桥大学.毕业后,我就干起了广告工作,后来转向了市场调查.那么,你都有什么工作经验?我做过10年市场销售工作,包括初级职位和管理职位,并在最后的岗位上通过自己的努力当上了市场部主任.从简历上能看出来.你最后的职位是制药公司的市场部主任,对吧?那后来你为什么离职?我觉得在一个地方干上5年久应该换工作.我喜欢干有挑战性的工作,喜欢每天看见新东西,做不同的工作.我很喜欢我以前那份工作,而且我离开时双方也很愉快,我之所以离开时因为想尝试新事物.我明白,那你想做专职还是兼职?我比较想做专职.我记录一下.好了,你对工资的期望是多少?商务英语情景口语对话:研讨会A: what did you learn at the workshop you went to yesterday? Do you think it was worth the investment to go?B: yeah, I really got a lot of the session. The workshop topic was resolving personal problems. It was led by a professional human resources director. The teacher had a lot of experience, and I think we were all given a really good base to start with.A: the workshop was only one afternoon long, do you really think you can learn that much in only a couple of hours?B: it depends on the topic, the teacher, and the way the course is set up. Yesterday, even though we only had a short time to discuss the issues,the workshop got us all thinking. We learned some very basic, but very useful methods of dealing with personnel issues.A: sounds like you really learned a lot.B: I did… I just hope I can implement all these great ideasthat we shared.昨天你在研讨会上都学到了什么了?你认为值得一去吗?是的,我真的从会上学到了很多东西.会议主题是解决人事问题,由专业人力资源部主任牵头讨论.那位教师的专业知识很丰富,我认为一开始就为我们打下了很好的基础.研讨会只开了一个下午,你真的认为你两三个小时就能学到这么多东西吗?那要看是什么话题,哪个老师教的,以及课程的组织方式.昨天,尽管我们只有很短的时间讨论,但研讨会确实让我们大家都开动了脑筋去思考一些问题.我们学到了一些很基本,但很有用的方法去处理人事问题.确实如此……我只是希望我能确实运用我们所讨论分享的那些好办法.Workshop: a period of discussion and practical work on a particular subject, in which a group of people share their knowledge and experience 研讨会;讲习班a drama workshop戏剧研讨班a poetry workshop诗歌讲习班Session: a formal meeting or series of meetings of a court of law, a parliament, etc.; a period of time when such meetings are held (法庭的)开庭,开庭期;(议会等的)会议,会期2012 BEC中级口试:英语绕口令A Finnish fisher named Fisher failed to fish any fish one Friday afternoon and finally he found out a big fissure in his fishing-net.Notes:1. Finnish:芬兰的2. fissure:裂缝Bob bought a big bag of buns to bait the bears' babies.Notes:1. bun:小圆面包2. bait:挑逗,逗弄A snow-white swan swiftly to catch a slowly-swimming snake in a lake.Note:1. swan:天鹅2. swiftly:迅速地;快捷地Mr. Cook said to a cook: "Look at this cook-book. It's very good." So the cook took the advice of Mr. Cook and bought the book.A writer named Wright was instructing his little son how to write Wright right. He said: "It is not right to write Wright as 'rite'---try to write Wright aright!"Note:1. rite:仪式;典礼2. aright:正确地Bill's big brother is building a beautiful building between two big brick blocks.Note:1. block:大楼;大厦A flea and a fly were trapped in a flue, and they tried to flee for their life. The flea said to the fly "Let's flee!" and the fly said to the flea "Let's fly!" Finally both the flea and fly managed to flee through a flaw in the flue.Note:1. flea:跳蚤2. trap:设陷阱;诱捕3. flue:烟筒,通气管4. flee:逃跑5. flaw:裂痕;裂缝Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled pepper prepared by his parents and put them in a big paper plate.Note:1. a peck of :许多,大量的2. pickled:腌制的3. pepper:辣椒If a shipshape ship shop stocks six shipshape shop-soiled ships, how many shipshape shop-soiled ships would six shipshape ship shops stock?Note:1. shipshape:井井有条的2. stock:备有;供应3. shop-soiled:在商店放旧了的A monk's monkey mounteda monastery wallmunching mashed melonand melted macaroni.A tall eastern girl named Short long loved a big Mr. Little. But Little, thinking little of Short, loved a little lass named Long. T o belittle Long. Short announced She would marry Little before long. This caused Little shortly to marry Long. To make a long story short, did tall Short love big Little less because Little loved little Long more?You sent me your bill, Berry,Before it was due, Berry;Your father, the elder Berry,Isn't such a goose, Berry.2012商务英语口试学习:询问11.Badge 门卡,工卡A:Julie, where can I get a badge?B:Go to the Security Office, they will help you.A:朱莉,我到哪能拿到门卡啊?B:到保安办公室,他们能帮你。

商务英语口语练习

商务英语口语练习

商务英语口语练习为了让大家更好的预备商务英语BEC考试,我给大家整理商务英语口语练习,下面我就和大家共享,来观赏一下吧。

商务英语口语练习(01)1 I want a package deal including airfare and hotel.我需要一个成套服务,包括机票和住宿2 Id like to change this ticket to the first class.我想把这张票换成头等车。

3 Id like to reserve a sleeper to Chicago.我要预订去芝加哥的卧铺。

4 I wont check this baggage.这件行李我不托运。

5 Id like to sit in the front of the plane.6 I missed my train.7 I havent nothing to declare. 我没申报的东西。

8 its all personal effects. 这些东西都是私人用品。

9 Ill pick up ticket at the airport counter.我会在机场柜台拿机票。

10 Id like two seats on todays northwest flight 7 to Detroit, please. 我想订两张今日西北航空7班次究竟特律的机票。

11 we waited for john in the lobby of the airport.我们在机场的大厅里等约翰。

12 Id like to buy an excursion pass instead.我要买一张优待票代替。

13 Id like a refund on this ticket. 我要退这张票。

14 Id like to have a seat by the window.我要一个靠窗的座位。

15 you have to change at Chicago station.你必需要在芝加哥站转车。

商务英语口语对话场景20篇

商务英语口语对话场景20篇

商务英语口语对话场景20篇1. Making a Business IntroductionA: Good morning, my name is [Your Name] from [Your Company].B: Hello, I'm [Their Name] from [Their Company]. Nice to meet you.2. Discussing a Business ProjectA: Have you had a chance to review the project proposal?B: Yes, I've looked it over. I have a few questions though.3. Negotiating a DealA: We are interested in your proposal but we would like to discuss the terms further.B: I understand. Let's work together to find a mutually beneficial agreement.4. Arranging a MeetingA: Are you available next week for a meeting to discuss the project details?B: Yes, I can meet on Tuesday afternoon. What time works for you?5. Making a Sales PitchA: Our new product offers many benefits for your company. Would you like to hear more?B: Yes, I'm interested. Please tell me more about the product features.6. Dealing with a Customer ComplaintA: I'm sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our service. How can we resolve this issue?B: I think there was a misunderstanding. Let's discuss how we can improve.7. Discussing Payment TermsA: When can we expect to receive the payment for the invoice?B: I will process the payment by the end of the week.8. Providing Customer SupportA: How can I assist you with your inquiry today?B: I'm having trouble with the product, can you help me troubleshoot?9. Following up on a MeetingA: Thank you for meeting with us last week. Do you have any further questions or concerns?B: It was a productive meeting. I will let you know if I need any more information.10. Discussing a Business PartnershipA: We are interested in exploring a potential partnership with your company.B: That sounds like a great opportunity. Let's discuss the details further.11. Planning a Business TripA: I need to travel to [Destination] for a business meeting. Can you help me arrange the travel details?B: Of course, I will book your flights and accommodation.12. Conducting a Performance ReviewA: Let's discuss your progress on the project and any areas for improvement.B: I appreciate your feedback. I will work on addressing the areas you mentioned.13. Handling a Difficult ClientA: I understand your concerns. Let's find a solution that meets your needs and our capabilities.B: I appreciate your willingness to work with us on this issue.14. Discussing a Marketing StrategyA: Our new marketing campaign aims to increase brand awareness. What are your thoughts on the strategy?B: I think the strategy is promising. Let's work on implementing it effectively.15. Resolving a ConflictA: It seems there was a misunderstanding. Let's clarify the situation and find a resolution.B: I agree. Let's work together to resolve the conflict and moveforward.16. Providing FeedbackA: I have some feedback on your presentation. Would you like to hear it?B: Yes, I value your input. Please share your feedback with me.17. Discussing a Product LaunchA: Our new product launch is scheduled for next month. Are you prepared for the launch?B: Yes, we are ready. Let's ensure all the necessary preparations are in place.18. Delegating TasksA: I need your assistance in preparing the report for the upcoming meeting. Can you take care of it?B: Yes, I will work on the report and ensure it's ready on time.19. Handling a Delay in DeliveryA: I apologize for the delay in delivery. How can we make it up to you?B: I understand, but we need the products as soon as possible. Can you expedite the delivery?20. Discussing a Strategic PlanA: Our strategic plan for the next quarter is focused on expanding our market reach. What are your thoughts on the plan?B: I think the plan is well-thought-out. Let's work together to ensure its successful implementation.。

BEC商务英语中级口试指导 56个情景对话

BEC商务英语中级口试指导 56个情景对话

BEC商务英语中级口试指导(1)1.Cash award 现金奖励A: How about cash award to push the sales?B: We can consider that. But how much should we offer?A:用现金奖励来推动销售怎么样?B:可以考虑,但给多少呢?2.Close the deal 完成交易A: We need to close the deal as soon as possible.B: I understand. We need cash.A:我们得尽快完成交易。

B:我明白,我们需要现金。

3.Cold calls 电话推销A: Do we make cold calls?B: We don't. It's not very effective.A:我们做电话推销吗?B:不做,电话推销不是很有效。

4.Collection of payment 回款A: What is the term of collection of payment?B: Thirty day net.A:回款的期限是多长时间?B:30天不加息。

5.Customer visit 客户参观A: There will be a customer visit next Wednesday.B: We will get prepared.A:下周三有客户来参观。

B:我们会做好准备的。

BEC商务英语中级口试指导(2)1.Discount 折扣A: The customer is asking for a discount. How much is the limit? B: Don't go over ten percent.A:客户在要求打折,多少是上限?B:不要超过10%。

2.Good deal 划算、好交易A: I just bought a new Toyota Camry for $19,000.B: That is a good deal.A:我刚刚花一万九千美元买了辆丰田佳美车。

商务英语日用口语的情景练习

商务英语日用口语的情景练习

商务英语日用口语的情景练习1.After the beep 嘀声后(留言)A:What's remended outgoing message?B:You can say something like this:"Nobody is available right now. Please leave a message after the beep."A:有什么推荐的外方录音?B:你可以这样说:“现在没有人能接,请在嘀声后留言。

”2. Ining message ()留言A: How many ining messages do you have?B: I got five.A:你有几条留言啊?B:五条。

3.Leave a message 留口信A: Hello, may I speak to Lily?B: She is not in.A: May I leave a message?B: Sure.A:你好,莉莉在吗?B:她不在。

A:我能给她留个口信吗?B:当然可以。

4.Sorry, I missed you. 对不起,我没接到您的。

A: Sorry, I missed you. Please leave a message after the beep.B: This is Richard. I need to talk to you right away. Please call me as soon as you e back.A:对不起,我没接到您的,请在嘀声后留言。

B:我是理查德,我要马上和你谈谈,回来后立刻给我打。

5.Take messages for me 帮我保存留言A: I'm going to the New Plant this afternoon. If someone is looking for me, take a message for me please.B: Okay, I will.A:我今天下午去新厂区,如果有人找我,请帮我保存留言。

初级BEC商务英语口语例句

初级BEC商务英语口语例句

初级BEC商务英语口语例句下面是作者整理的初级BEC商务英语口语精选例句(共含3篇),欢迎阅读分享,希望对大家有所帮助。

篇1:初级BEC商务英语口语精选例句1. Can you tell me my specific duties?可以告诉我具体的工作任务吗?2. You are responsible for arranging meetings.你负责安排会议。

3. Sure. What do you want me to do exactly?好的,具体要我怎样做呢?4. I’m sorry. I know little about filling.我很抱歉,我不懂档案管理。

5. I did some research on marketing strategy.我在为营销策略做调研。

6. I was engaged in the trade fair.我忙着参加贸易会展。

7. I am glad to report to you about the progress of the project.我很高兴向您汇报项目进展情况。

8. I’d like to analyze the sales figures.我想分析一下销售数据。

9. First of all, the agenda should be prepared before the meeting.首先,开会前要准备好议程。

10. You should ensure that those you intend to be present are properly informed.你要保证将应该出席会议的人都通知到。

篇2:初级BEC商务英语口语精选例句1. Is there any chance to further study?贵公司有机会深造吗?2. What kind of further study do you mainly focus on?你最注重的是什么样的进修学习?3. There is allowance on Spring Festival, Mid-Autumn Day, and the Dragon Boat Festival.春节、中秋节和端午节公司都有节日补贴。

BEC商务口语场景练习

BEC商务口语场景练习

BEC商务口语场景练习(5)内容概述:BEC商务口语场景练习商务EMAIL大全范例一:寻找供应商From: X X XTo: X X XDate: X X XSubject: Establishing Business CooperationDear Ms. Cunningham:Y ou and your company have been recommended to us by Charles Lewis of East Asia Building Material Supplies. Charles mentioned that your company provides high quality goods and services at a reasonable cost, and I am writing to inquire about establishing business cooperation between you and my company, China Merchandise Company.China Merchandise Company is one of the largest international exporters of Chinese goods. We have clients throughout the world, especially in the United States. Chinese ornamental merchandise represents one of our most popular products. As such, we would appreciated it if you could send us your latest sales catalog for our review. We believe that establishing business cooperation with Ornamental Decorations and Supplies will be mutually beneficial for your company and ours.I look forward to receiving your catalog and doing business with you in the future.Sincerely yours,Mai Y angManager★常用表达方式说明如何了解对方,请求提供产品信息:We recently learned about your company through our market research, and are writing to request a catalogue and price-list for merchandise available from your store.介绍自己的实力:We are a Chinese export company with clients around the world.请求实质性磋商:I will contact you within a week to schedule an appointment.☆相关词语at a reasonable cost 价格合理inquire about 询问market research 市场调查mutually benefcial for 互利的范例二:寻找代理商为了节省时间和金钱,寻找代理商与对方沟通也是非常必要的。

BEC情景对话

BEC情景对话

BEC情景对话BEC 情景对话一、下订单A: Our toner cartridges are already out of ink...Could you make an order for a new set?B: We will need new cartridges for all of the office printers? That will be a large order, probably about two or three cases. The office supply store we usually go through might not have that many in stock.A: You can double check with the housekeeping department, but I am pretty sure all of the machines will need new cartridges. Last time when we made our order to the supplier, the quantity was also especially high. They are used to receiving such bulk orders from us . As long as we give them a heads up a couple days in advance, they can usually fill the order.B: OK, I will make a few calls and run our order by housekeeping first to make sure. Is there anything else we need to order while I am at it?A: I think the only thing is toner. Try to see if they can deliver it before the end of business day tomorrow. We should really try to do better about waiting until the last minute to fill orders that are usually made on a monthly basis. Anyhow, see what you can do to expedite the order this time.B: OK, will do.我们的墨盒已经没墨了…你能订套新的吗?我们办公室所有的打印机都需要新墨盒吗?那可是份不小的订单,很可能需要2,3箱。

【bec商务英语口语练习】

【bec商务英语口语练习】

【bec商务英语口语练习】商务英语口语练习1151 We really wish you'll have a pleasant stay here我们真诚地希望你们在这里过得愉快。

152 I wonder if it is possible to arrange shopping for us.153 e to our factory.154 I've been looking forward to visiting your factory.我一直都盼望着参观贵厂。

155 You'll know our products better after this visit.156 Maybe we could start with the Designing Department.也许我们可以先参观一下设计部门。

157 Then we could look at the production line.158 These drawings on the wall are process sheets.墙上的图表是工艺流程表。

159 They describe how each process goes on to the next. 表述着每道工艺间的衔接情况。

160 We are running on two shifts.我们实行的工作是两班倒。

161 Almost every process is puterized.几乎每一道工艺都是由电脑控制的。

162 The efficiency is greatly raised, and the intensity of laborisdecreased.工作效率大大地提高了,而劳动强度却降低了。

163 All products have to go through five checks in the whole process.所有产品在整个生产过程中得通过五道质检关。

关于BEC商务英语情景口语

关于BEC商务英语情景口语

关于BEC商务英语情景口语F:How can I help you?M:Yes,I am Jims mirson from edson associate.Id like to see Mr Smith.F:Do you have an appointment?M:Yes,he knows I am ing.our meeting is at 7 oclock.F:I wondering if Mr Smith forgot your meeting,I am afraid he left this office this morning and he is not expected back until after 4PM.let me find out if he made an arrangement for someone else to meet with you in his place,will you please have a seat?M: sure.F:Yeah,Mr Mirson,I just checked with their office manager Ms Terry,she said Mr Smith briefed her on your project,she is just finishing up our meeting now,she should be meet you shortly.would you like me to show you aroundfor your waiting?M:That would be very nice,thank you!F:Right this way Mr Mirson,we can start with our front office,when Ms Terry is ready,you may takel at the front6th floor,there is a conference room already prepared.F:Good afternoon,what can I do for you today?M:Yes,I was wondering if I could speak to anyone about establish with your pany.F:Do you have any appointment with any of our financial advisers?M:I was aware I need to make an appointment.。

商BEC中级情景口语

商BEC中级情景口语
B:What kind of arrangement are you thinking about?
A:You would have a share of 30% of our profits from the launch events. So,what do you say,are you willing to work with us?
B:Excatly what kind of help did you have in mind?
A:We aer looking for someone who is familiarwith the market and curtural issues to act as an advisor to our marketing staff. We would like to set up a partership,where we can help each other.
A:That doesn’t seem very fari. Did you discuss how the workload was going to be divvied up before you agreed on partnership?
B:See ,that is ont of the problems. We jumpped into this relationship too soon. So there are lots of things that are not clearly spelled out. Like responbility and profits sharing.
商BEC中级情景口语
商务英语中级情景口语:合作关系
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剑桥商务英语bec情景口语

剑桥商务英语bec情景口语

剑桥商务英语bec情景口语为了让大家更好的准备商务英语BEC考试,给大家整理了商务英语bec情景口语,下面就和大家分享,来欣赏一下吧。

商务英语bec情景口语:上下班CommutingDialogue 1A: Wheres Bill? The ambassador[ ?mb?s?d? ] is already here. The meeting is set to start at 9 am.B: Hes late again. Traffic is probably holding him up. You know, he commutes from the suburbs. Its not easy commuting every day. We should cut him some slack.A: Even though the trafic is bumper-to-bumper out there, I dont think its heavy traffic that makes Bill late. He takes the train, remember?B: Oh, thats right. Well, the train shouldnt be late. That means there is only one explanation.... Bill must have overslept.A: Well, to be fare, since hes coming all the way from Lancaster, hes got to get up much earlier than the rest of us. He must get start on his commute about 6:30, no telling what time he actually gets up.B: Thats right, because hes got to get to the train station from his house, then take the blue line into the city, then switch trains to the red line. In all, the trips got to take more than 2 hours.A: Why doesnt he just drive to work?B: Its too difficult to park your car in the city. Also, the traffic coming in from the suburbs is a nightmare.Dialogue 2A: I cant wait until my car is repaired. The commuting with public transportation is killing me.B: It cant be that bad.A: But it is! Take this morning for example. The subway was so packed this morning, I got totally squished by about a hundred busy commuters on the way to work.B: At least the subway is better than the bus. Its faster for one thing. And usually less crowded. But the drawback is that thesubway is more expensive than the bus. It adds up over time, if you take it every day.A: Thats true. The bus is even worse. Just thinking about taking the bus every day makes me tired! Hey, how do you get to work every day?B: I ride my bike. I dont live too far away, so its pretty convenient. its only about a ten minute bike ride from my house to the office.A: Ill bet its good exercise, too...a good way to keep fit.B: Yes, not only a good way to keep in shape, but a good wayto relieve stress as well. While youre stressed out by your commute, Im releasing all thestress of the day with mine.商务英语bec情景口语:国际商务旅行International Business TravelDialogue 1A: I hear youre being sent to Madrid for the annual conference. Is that right?B: Yes, it would be my first trip overseas. Actually, its going to be my first time leaving the country.A: Are you serious? You havent even been anywhere on vacation?B: No, I have never vacationed anywhere exotic. But even if I dont get a chance to travel on my personal time, at least I can travel on company time!A: Well, being able to go to the conference sounds like such a great opportunity. Have you applied at the embassy for a visa yet?B: Yes, it wasnt too hard to get. All I had to do was fill out the paperwork and pay the application fee.A: You leave next Tuesday, right? What time is your flight?B: My flight departs at 7 am. I have everything except for my luggage ready.A: If your flight is leaving so early, I can take you to the airport and see you off. Ill still be able to make it into the office by 9.B: That would be great! Thanks a lot!Dialogue 2A: How were things in the Tokyo branch when you were there?B: Good! They have expanded and are doing better than they were last quarter. Its nice to see some improvement for a change.A: Do you see the trend continuing over the next few months?B: Yes, especially with so many of our executives going back and forth from here to Japan. The only problem is, they may have trouble when they go to open up business here.A: Why would you say that?B: They arent too familiar with doing business outside of Japan. There are a lot of cultural differences to account for.A: Ill say! Sometimes they just do things really differently. But one thing I can say, they are really hospitable.B: Have you ever been to Japan?A: Sure! I just got back yesterday. Im still suffering from jet lag.商务英语bec情景口语:工作午餐The working lunchDialogue 1A: Excuse me, Don? I hate to bother you, but I need your help on something. Do you have time to brief me on the Martin account today?B: Oh, thats right. You are supposed to deliver a brief on that account tomorrow. I know there are some things I need to share with you about that. But, gosh, I dont know.... Things are really busy for me today, the only time I can manage to squeeze out might be over lunch break....A: I hate to make you work through your lunch break with how busy you are....B: Its okay.... Ive already had several days in a row working through lunch....A: How about this.... We can make it a working lunch this afternoon, and Ill order some Chinese food for delivery. Itll be my treat.B: You dont have to do that....A: I insist. I really appreciate you taking time to work with me in. What is your favorite fast food? Ill cater to your taste.B: Actually I do like Chinese.... Lets make it a date for Chop Suey and the Martin account at about 12:30. Does that sound good?A: Great. Ill bring the food.Dialogue 2A: For our lunch meeting with the investors, do we have to make a reservation at the restaurant or do we just show up?B: Usually for lunch, we dont have to reserve a table, they should allow walk-ins. But to be on the safe side, Ill order a table for half-past twelve. Will that suit your schedule?A: Ive arranged to meet them at the restaurant at twelve. Can you make the reservation a little earlier? If we start earlier, it will give us more time for a longer lunch.B: Are you planning on treating the investors to a full-course meal?A: Yes, well start with appetizers, follow with a soup and salad course, then main dishes of prime rib or cordon bleu chicken, and finish up with a delicious rich dessert of some sort.B: Thatll be pretty heavy for a mid-day meal, dont you think?A: As along as we stay away from anything alcoholic, we should be okay.B: With your prime rib and chicken choices, youd better hope nobodys vegetarian.A: We can make some special arrangement if we need to. After all, its the company who is footing the bill.。

2021年BEC中级情景口语精选篇

2021年BEC中级情景口语精选篇

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商务英语中级情景口语兼并Dialogue1:A:I heard a rumor this morning...It seems Trusten Tools is going out ofbusiness.Another competitor is going bankrupt.That could be good news forus.B:I think you must have heard wrong.The truth is we are going to be takenover by Trusten.We are being bought out,and our company will be merging with ourlargest competitor.It's not good news at all...A:WhatWe are merging with TrustenI never thought that would happen.Willwe be getting new ownersWill it affect our jobs B:Probably.The new owners will be coming to start alignment meetingsnextweek.One of the big question is what to call the new conglomeratecompany.A:Wow,with such a big change.We won't have the same nameB:It's not only the name of our company that will change (I)expect thatafter this acquisition,there'll be a ton of things up in the air.Dialogue 2:A:Did you hear the newsTwo of our major supplliers,Murphy Music andU-Tunes are merging!If they are conglomerated into one companyinto onecompany,it would have some serious affects on our market strategy.B:Are you sureWho told you thatI highly doubt that they wouldtake thestep to merge into one company...They're supposed to bebitter enemies,thestrictest of competitors.It must be a rumor.Itcan't be ture.A:I read it myself on the financial .They're really going to jointogether.U-Tunes was bought out by Murphy's,they will take over the company asof next month.B:The competition must have been too stiff for U-Tunes.Otherwise why wouldthey allow themselves to be taken over by their sworn enemy A:I guess they must have figured it would be easier to merge than to keepup the cutthroat competition.If you can't beat'em,join'em.商务英语中级情景口语竞争Dialogue 1F: I Don't know how they do it, our competitors has undercut us by tenpercent on the price of our latest model, there is no way will be able tocompete against that, we'll barely brake it even with the present prices,F: These price works are desasters from our bottom line, if they aretouching ten percent less than we are, we've got to find a way to lower ourprice while keeping our profit.M: Profits are non-existence now, we can't beat their price, how did theykeep their price so lowF: We can try to lower our price of production then, we need a price thatwe can compete with, something comparable with the competition.M: You really think we can make it, I don't have much base or ability ltoower our price again, we're no match of them, the competition will beat us handsdown.Dialogue 2M: Have you seen the sales report for last quarter Who do you think is ourbigest threat From the numbers it seems the Bourest Ink is bigest competitor,Lerbung and Markfour are also major contenders in the market.M: Lerbung is a new kid in the block, it's amazing they had a tremendossuccess so soon, with them on seen, the competition is cut through, here isinformation about our competitors' recent market activities.M: Thanks! this would be a big help and putting together to next quarter'smarket strategies, with copetition in this instance, we'll have to step ourproduction even more, we need a price we can compete with.F: We're in a very competative environment, it's single swimming thismarket.M: Better start swimming, we've got to find a way to outsmart the otherguys, I want a preliminarily srategic marketing plan on my desk by next tuesday,the competition never sleep, and neither should we.商务英语中级情景口语晋升Dialogue 1M1: John, I'd like to see you in my office for a minute.M2: Yes sir, I' be there in just a moment.M1: John, I have been watching you, I've been paying attention to you overlast quarter and I'm impressed, you've done a tremendous job and tackling somedifficult accounts, I just want to let you to know after this month'sperformance reviews, I'm recommending you for promotion.M2: Got sir, thank you, sir! I had no idea there were anypositions openingup in our department.M1: No, it's not going to be in our department, I'm recommending you forenter to department of transfer, there's supervisory spot opening up infinancial, I'm turning your name in for it.M2: Management, wow! I had no idea I can move so quickly for entrying levelto managerial staff.M1: you earned it.Dialogue 2F: Don't you feel a little strange taking place of your old boss after hewas demoted.M: Yes, at first I feel very awkward after Bill was demoted and thenresigned, it was kind of like somebody died, I mean the atmosphere in the officewas like funeral parlour or something, then I was afaid people will look at meas a trader for feeling in hisspot when the management asked me to.F: Did they mutinyM: Thankful, no, I guess everyone understands the opportunity I had to stepinto our leadership role is so great for my career, I'm really moving up aladder now that I'm considered the superviser,after a couple of weeks, it waslike nothing happened, it is a really good chance for you to get more exposure Iwork, supervisor gets to take the credit of all the hired work of the peopleunder them.M: Yeah, and they also take the blame, that's what happened to my oldboss.商务英语中级情景口语发展市场D1A:What are our areas for growthWhat sectors do you see the most potentialinIf we are going to pull our sales numbers up and develop the brand,we got towork across the board.B:It's not just spreading out to new markets that we have to address. Ithink we'd better first pay attention to developing our brand in the markets wealready have.We've reached the awarenesslevel,but we haven't establishedcustomer loyalty.people know who we are, but they still don't trust in ourbrand.A:I don't see why we can't work on opening new markets and developing themarkets we've already penetrated at the same time.... Both aspects of developingour customer base and developing our brand are important.Dialogue 2A:Which of the steps are you focusing on in brand growth Awareness,under-standing, acceptance, or loyaltyB:We're working on different steps in different areas.For example,ourcorbert line is thriving in American markets,we'vealready reached the loyaltystage.In Asia,however,it's a different story.Most people haven't even heard ofCorbert,so we're working on awareness through a lot of product launches andrelated activities.A:What are you doing to increase understanding in the European sectorB:Understanding comes from product differentiation.We get that throughproduct demonstrations, literature, experttes timonials, and the like.。

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BEC商务口语场景练习(5)内容概述:BEC商务口语场景练习商务EMAIL大全范例一:寻找供应商From: X X XTo: X X XDate: X X XSubject: Establishing Business CooperationDear Ms. Cunningham:Y ou and your company have been recommended to us by Charles Lewis of East Asia Building Material Supplies. Charles mentioned that your company provides high quality goods and services at a reasonable cost, and I am writing to inquire about establishing business cooperation between you and my company, China Merchandise Company.China Merchandise Company is one of the largest international exporters of Chinese goods. We have clients throughout the world, especially in the United States. Chinese ornamental merchandise represents one of our most popular products. As such, we would appreciated it if you could send us your latest sales catalog for our review. We believe that establishing business cooperation with Ornamental Decorations and Supplies will be mutually beneficial for your company and ours.I look forward to receiving your catalog and doing business with you in the future.Sincerely yours,Mai Y angManager★常用表达方式说明如何了解对方,请求提供产品信息:We recently learned about your company through our market research, and are writing to request a catalogue and price-list for merchandise available from your store.介绍自己的实力:We are a Chinese export company with clients around the world.请求实质性磋商:I will contact you within a week to schedule an appointment.☆相关词语at a reasonable cost 价格合理inquire about 询问market research 市场调查mutually benefcial for 互利的范例二:寻找代理商为了节省时间和金钱,寻找代理商与对方沟通也是非常必要的。

这类email 要写得简单明了、友好真诚。

From: X X XTo: X X XDate: X X XSubject: Looking for AgentDear Mr. Adams:Y our name came to us from a mutual friend, Mr. Y ing Soo Y ong from Korea, who thounght you might be interested in our line of products, namely bed sheets and pillow cases.Although we export large quantities to Europe and North America, we have yet to establish distribution channels in the Asia Pacific. We are currently seeking agencies to represent us. The attached materials are for your persual. Should you feel inclined to discuss opportunies for cooperation and mutual benefits, feel free to contact me at 86-10-12345678.Sincerely yours,Su Ning★常用表达方式急需代理:We are actively searching for an agent to help us market our quantity products.请求代寻找代理商:We will appreciate if you could help us get in touch with some suitable companies that have all the necessary ingredients of an agent.通知被选为代理商:I am pleased to inform you that have been selected from among a dozen candidates to act as our sole agent in China.☆相关词语establish distribution channels 建立销售渠道seek/look for/search for agencies 寻找代理商feel/be inc lined to 倾向于get in touch with 同... 联系all the necessary ingredients of an agent 代理商必备的所有要素范例三:寻找买方有买有卖,生意才能做成。

本文就是一封中方食品公司主动向外商提出建立合作关系的email 范文。

看看它是怎么描述的:From: X X XTo: X X XDate: X X XSubject: Establishing Business RelationsDear Mr. Goodman:We have your name and Email address from the Commercial Counselor's Office of the Chinese Embassy in Sweden. We wish to inform you that we are specialized in canned food, and shall be pleased to enter into trade relations with you.Our firm, located at the east end of Beijing, was established nearly half a century ago, and has extensive general idea of our products, please visit our web page www. . It is showing various products being handle by this corporation with detailed specifications and means of packing. Quotation and samples will be sent upon receipt of your special enquires.As to our financial standing, we refer you to Bank of China, 111 Wangfujing Street, Beijing, who, we feel sure, will be glad to furnish you with any information you require. In case you need more information about our business status, we shall be only t oo glad to answer your inquires at any time.Y ours sincerely,Jiang WenManagerSanyuan Food Company★常用表达方式介绍公司情况:We write to introduce ourselves as one of the leading exporters of a wide range of electric and air conditioners.☆相关词语avail sb of the opportunity to do 借此机会enter into business relations with sb 与... 建立业务关系furnish with 提供BEC阅读考试真题练习(一)Excise Three (2000.5)Although it is nothing new for companies to build relationships with customers, it has generally been done on a one-to-one basis. In recent years, however, technological developments have made it possible to build up individual relationships with clients on a much larger scale, and this more sophisticated kind of operation is known as relationship marketing. Relationship marketing aims to increase sales through deliberate efforts to retain customers and promote two-way communication with them ? and new technology has make communication possible with a for larger customer base than before. The information gathered forms the basis of highly technical analyses of customer purchasing and profitability, which can be used to increase sales.The building of good personal relationships with customers is usually integral to the management of small businesses, and owners of small corner shops clearly illustrate the essence of relationship marketing, although the technology available to them is far less advanced than that available to, say, a supermarket chain. Small shopkeepers have direct knowledge of regular customers and become familiar with their needs, likes and dislikes. The shopkeepers can then provide services tailored to individual needs. Over time, a bond of loyalty is likely to develop between shopkeepers and regular customers.The benefits of relationship marketing enjoyed by small businesses are now available to big businesses, thanks to a number of developments. First and foremost is the increasing recognition of the importance of profitability of retaining existing customers. Secondly, technologies have been developed which enable the collection, manipulation and analysis of huge banks of c ustomer information. Large retailers can use store cards to obtain detailed background information about customer‟s ages, salaries an d lifestyles, and point-of-sale technology can be sued to track purchases made by every customer. Electronic storage enables all of this information to be retained, manipulated and integrated, while detailed analyses can be carried out on ever more powerful computers. Companies are thus able to target individuals amongst their thousands of customers with unique promotions or information matched to their back grounds and to their purchasing tendencies. Thirdly, companies feel a need to use relationship marketing becaus e of increased competition: amassing knowledge about customers and building up customer relationships through interactive contact can enable organizations to differentiate their products or services more easily form those of competitors.However, relationship marketing is not always the right route for organizations to take, and is not appropriate for all customers. Some bank customers, for example, cost more to serve than the bank actually makes form their custom, while a supermarket customer who spends very little and does not shop regularly does not justify the expenditure of several pounds per annum on relationship marketing. In addition, customers may not always be interested in a relationship, even where there are demonstrable benefits to be had.Overall, successful relationship marketing depends upon selecting and targeting the customers you wish to retain, and identifying sales areas where the investment and effort will be worthwhile. Many organizations have found the approach to be very rewarding in terms of customer retention and related profitability, but relationship marketing is still a developing field and is neither cheap nor easy to operate. It involves an integrative approach which draws marketing, quality and customer service together; it also depends upon developing the capacity of every employee ? particularly front-line staff ? to market the goods or services of the organization in a customer-focused way; and finally, it can require heavy investment in appropriate information technology.15. In the first paragraph, the writer describes relationship marketing asa. an idea that has passed in and out of fashion over the last few years.b. a term used for an activity that used to exist in a more basic form.c. a way for a company to advertise to its customers.d. a way for a company to analyze its profitability.16. Why are small shopkeepers used to illustrate relationship marketing?a. Their success depends on their relationships with their customers.b. They keep information about their customers on computer.c. They were the first to use the term relationship marketing.c. Their relationship with customers has started to change recently.17. One reason why large companies didn‟t use relationship marketing in the past is thata. they underestimated the true value of customer loyalty.b. heir cust omers didn‟t want them to collect information.c. they didn‟t need to find out about individual customers.d. they didn‟t think they could justify the expenses.18. One advantage of relationship marketing for large retailer is thata. they can become more widely known.b. they can respond to suggestions form customers.c. they can increase their customer base.d. they can identify the shopping habits of customers.19. According to the writer, what kind of customers are unsuitable for relationship marketing?a. people who only make cash purchases.b. people who don‟t shop very often.c. people who have had bad experiences with shops.d. people who want to shop as quickly as possible.20. The writer concludes that relationship marketing is most likely to work ifa. the customer co-operate.b. it is applied in small sales areas.c. the right customers are chosen.d. front-line staff learn to use computers.BEC阅读考试真题练习(一)Useful Words and Expressions:Deliberate; profitability; foremost; manipulation; amass; differentiate; justify; demonstrable; integrative;Have you ever noticed the following sentences in your reading? If not, read them through and pay attention to the bold parts.15. The information gathered forms the basis of highly technical analyses of customer purchasing and profitability, which can be used to increase sales.16. Small shopkeepers have direct knowledge of regular customers and become familiar with their needs, likes and dislikes. The shopkeepers can then provide services tailored to individual needs. Over time, a bond of loyalty is likely to develop between shopkeepers and regular customers.17. First and foremost is the increasing recognition of the importance of profitability of retaining existing customers.18. Large retailers can use store cards to obtain detailed background information about customer‟s ages, salaries and lifesty les, and point-of-sale technology can be sued to track purchases made by every customer.19. a supermarket customer who spends very little and does not shop regularly does not justify the expenditure of several pounds per annum on relationship marketing.20. successful relationship marketing depends upon selecting and targeting the customers you wish to retainBEC阅读考试真题练习(二)Exercise TwoThe expression benchmarking has become one of the fashionable words in current management discussion. The term first appeared in the United States in the 1970s but has now gained world wide recognition. But what exactly does it mean and should your company be practicing it?One straightforward definition of benchmarking comes from Chris Tether managing director of a New Zealand-based consultancy firm specializing in this area. “Benchmarking involves learning about your own practices, learning about the best practices o f others, and then making changes for improvement that will enable you to meet or beat the best in the world.” The essential elemen t is not simply imitating what other companies do but being able to adapt the best of other firms‟ practices to your own situation.Instead of aiming to improve only against previous performance and scores, companies can use benchmarking to inject an element of imagination and common sense into their search for progress. It is a process which forces companies to look closely at those activities which they may have been taking for granted and comparing them with the actives of other world-beating companies. Self-criticism is at the heart of the process although in some cases this may upset managers who are reluctant to question long established practices.The process of identifying best practice in other companies does not just mean looking closely at your competitors. It might also include studying companies which use similar processes to your own, even though they are producing different goods. The point is to look at the process rather than the product. For example, Italian computer company Arita wanted to improve the quality of its technical manuals and handbooks. Instead of looking at manuals produced by other computer companies, Arita turned to a publis her of popular handbooks such as cookery books, railway timetables and car repair manuals. As Arita‟s Technical Director Claudio Benclii says, “All of these handbooks are communicating complex information in a simple way - exactly what we are aiming to do. And in many cases they succeed far better than any computer company.”There is some disagreement between benchmarking specialists as to the best methods to follow when starting a benchmarking exercise in your firm. Everyone agrees that the process must have the full approval of senior management but that it is best carried out by a comparatively small team. Some consultants feel this should be as small as three people but most favor a team of between five and eight at least one of whom should have some prior knowledge of the benchmarking process. In practice this often means bringing in an outside consultant ? at least at the beginning. Once the team is assembled there can be anything from three to five formal stages in the process different approaches but whatever the exact technique benchmarking can only work if everyone in the company from top to bottom is committed to change.15. According to the writer, benchmarking must always involveA. changing your activities on the basis of new information.B. Copying exactly what your competitors do.C. Identifying the best company in your market.D. Collaborating with other companies in the same field.16. Some managers may resist benchmarking becauseA. it takes their activities for granted.B. It makes them examine the way they work.C. It makes others question their efficiency.D. It gives them a lot of extra work.17. What sort of companies should you compare yours with?A. those producing similar goodsB. those communicating most effectivelyC. those using similar processesD. those leading the domestic market18. Anita found that a publishing company couldA. make more money than a computer firm.B. Produce technical manuals for themC. Show them how to improve their own manualsD. Help them move into new markets19. Benchmarking specialists agree that in order to succeed there must beA. a team of no more than three peopleB. total support from top managersC. a fixed timetable for the processD. an outside consultant it the team20. What is the writer‟s purpose in writing this article?A. to recommend the process of benchmarkingB. to criticize firms that do not carry out benchmarkingC. to give tactual information about benchmarkingD. to explain why benchmarking does not suit every firmBEC阅读考试真题练习(二)2008-08-13Useful Words and Expressions:Benchmarking; world-beating; assemble; be committed to;Have you ever noticed the following sentences in your reading? If not, read them through and pay attention to the bold parts.16. Self-criticism is at the heart of the process although in some cases this may upset managers who are reluctant to question long established practices.17. It might also include studying companies which use similar processes to your own, even though they are producing different goods. The point is to look at the process rather than the product.18. All of these handbooks are communicating complex information in a simple way - exactly what we are aiming to do. And in many cases they succeed far better than any computer company.”19. Everyone agrees that the process must have the full approval of senior management but that it is best carried out by a comparatively small team.Benchmarking can only work if everyone in the company from top to bottom is committed to change.Additional Reading Material:Who's best? How good are they? How do we get that good? What is Benchmarking?Benchmarking is the process of determining who is the very best, who sets the standard, and what that standard is. In baseball, you could argue that seven consecutive World Series Championships made the New Y ork Y ankees the benchmark. If we were to benchmark "world conquest", what objective measure would we use to compare Julius Caesar to Adolph Hitler; Gengis Khan to Napoleon? Which of them was the epitome, and why?We do the same thing in business. Who is the best sales organization? The most responsive customer service department? The leanest manufacturing operation? And how do we quantify that standard?2008-08-13Part ThreeBefore doing this part, please check for some tips on page 57 in your Student Book.Exercise OneBill Cockburn, fresh from reforming the British Post Office, is the new Chief Executive of W.H. Smith, one of the country‟s largest stationers. Last week, while issuing a profits warning along with the interim results, he admitted what everyone has always known, that the 200 year old W. H. Smit h is unbearably smug. “There is,” said Cockburn, “a culture of complacency and a culture of explaining why we haven‟t done what we said we would do.” If he gets this way, all that is about to go. “We should welcome re form as an opportunity, not a threat. I can‟t understand people who are content with mediocrity and accept second best when they have the potential to be terrific.”W.H. Smith chairman Jeremy Hardie led the search to find Corkburn. …I had uniformly favorable reports from everyone who had worked with him as someone who gets things done and can also bring out the best in his staff. ‟Cockburn may have little experience of retailing in its purest sense but he is an excellent choice to lead Smith out of the cozy world of tradition and bureaucracy.He rose to power at the Post Office while it was recovering from the 1971 strike and subsequent loss of image. He did much to improve overall performance, cutting out unprofitable services and shaking up an old-fashioned management. He is well aware of the p arallels between the two businesses. …The old, mature operation of W.H. Smith has a culture and working practices that go bac k a long time. Managing change in a young business like one of our subsidiaries is easier than managing it in Smith‟s 549-store empire with all its tradition and resistance to new ideas. Because they have been there for such a long time, there is an exaggeratedsense of prominence‟Corkburn is famously short of sentiment when it comes to management. …It is a very polite environment here.‟ he says with a mischievous smile, …I want it to be more challenging, so people can disagree with each other but are united by driving the bu siness forward. I hope I am breaking down the barriers.‟ The shares have already responded to such daring talk by jumping considerably in value since Corkburn took over the running of the company.What does Cockburn say about himself and his career? Was he ambitious from the start? …People would assume I was ambitious because of the speed at which I progressed through the Post Office organization. But I did not have a view I would end up anywhere in particular. I took each job as it came and I had tremendous bosses who encouraged me. I learned from them how to take pres sure and to work fast and hard. In the jo bs I have aimed to create success because it‟s good for stakeholders-customers, employees and now, in the private sector, shareholders.‟His management style is a mixture of enthusiasm and toughness. …I believe you get the best out of people by motivating them, supporting them and setting challenging objectives. It seems to me the only way to work is to be open and honest and speak your mind, ‟he says. Twenty-eight days into the job, he has done the easy part. He has traveled around the Smith group, identif ied the problems and presented his first financial results. Now he has just to transform the company culture to one of one of striving for excellence. …I‟m very optimistic, of course,‟ he says. …The basics are great.‟ He seems like the light man for the jo b.15. What is Corkburn?‟s attitude towards W.H. Smith?A He disagrees with people who are frightened of change there.B He warns it will be difficult to explain results to customers.C He threatens to make some people leaveD He accepts that not everyone can be first rate.16. Jeremy Hardie thinks Cockburn possesses the ability toA get on well with other people.B make profitable business deals.C motivate other people he works with.D choose the right people to work with.17. What difficulty does Cockburn have to deal with at W.H. Smith?A the image the public has of the companyB the comparison people make with his previous jobC the competition from modern, new subsidiariesD the old, established customs in existence18. As a result of his influence, Cockburn says he would like to seeA an increase in share prices.B a better educated workforce.C a more demanding atmosphere.D a less structured organization.19. Corkburn attributes his successful career toA the support his bosses give him.B his own personal ambition.C the help he has received from clients.D his ability to do any job given.20. What does Corkburn say is the most important factor in successful management?A always thinking positivelyB not demanding too much from your staffC setting an example to your staffD saying exactly what you thinkBEC阅读考试真题练习(三)Useful Words and Expressions:Interim; smug; complacency; be content with; prominence; sentiment; challenging; end up; tremendous;Have you ever noticed the following sentences in your reading? If not, read them through and pay attention to the bold parts.15. “There is,” said Cockburn, “a culture of complacency…We should welcome reform as an opportunity, not a threat. I can‟t understand people who are content with mediocrity and accep t second best when they have the potential to be terrific.”16. I had uniformly favorable reports from everyone who had worked with him as someone who gets things done and can also bring out the best in his staff.17. Managing change in a young business li ke one of our subsidiaries is easier than managing it in Smith‟s 549-store empire with all its tradition and resistance to new ideas.18. It is a very polite environment here.‟ he says with a mischievous smile, …I want it to be more challenging, so people can disagree with each other…19. I took each job as it came and I had tremendous bosses who encouraged me. I learned from them how to take pressure and to work fast and hard.20. It seems to me the only way to work is to be open and honest and speak your mind…。

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