Unit 12: Office Hierarchies/ Corporate Titles

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In this unit you will learn about the most common job titles corresponding with common office hierarchies.

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Basic activities (computer-graded)

Vocabulary Builder Activity

Students will learn the following key terms and phrases:

Reading Activity: Office Hierarchies/ Corporate Titles

Students will be able to correctly answer true/false questions after reading and listening to topical short articles and dialogs featuring topical vocabulary.

Corporate hierarchies and job titles are an important part of any workplace. They help to provide structure, make sure that everyone is on the same page, and ensure that tasks are completed efficiently. However, it can be difficult to understand these hierarchies and job titles, especially when just starting out in the corporate world. In this article, we'll explore why corporate hierarchies and job… Continue

Multiple Choice Activity

Students will be able to select the best match between unit terms and their definitions.

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Listening Comprehension Activity

Students will be able to listen to short audio clips in English and then spell them correctly.

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Spelling and Recognition

Students will be able to identify and spell a vocabulary term correctly given only the definition.

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Advanced activities (optionally teacher-graded)

Speaking Practice Activity

Students will be able to speak and record 5 example sentences from the unit vocabulary and then submit them for grading by the classroom teacher. If no teacher is available or desired, then the students will be shown good examples of other students' work.

It was the new chairperson's idea to explore new flavor combinations for the company's frozen food line.

The new company venture had to first be approved by the board of directors before it could be set in motion.

Our company's diversity manager advocated passionately for having more women in the C-suite this year.

The CEO reports to the board of directors, but oversees other C-level executives, and oftentimes also holds the title of president.

As COO of the company, he regularly met with different department heads in order to keep on top of things.

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Writing Practice Activity

Students will write a short essay to be graded by the teacher. If no teacher is available or desired, then the student is shown previous examples of other writings by students.

In your opinion, what are the biggest challenges when navigating corporate hierarchies? Why?

What in your opinion are the biggest advantages and disadvantages of traditional corporate hierarchies?

Do you prefer a highly hierarchical organization or an organization with flat hierarchies? What are your reasons?

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