Previously, we looked at some of the main ideas and vocabulary for bonds, including such terms as yield, coupon, and maturity. In this financial English lesson, we’ll look at the different types of bonds. And we’ll explain some of the key terms related to how bonds are priced and traded.
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Bonds have been a hot topic in the news recently. But what exactly are bonds and how do they work?
In this financial English lesson, we’ll explain some of the main ideas and vocabulary, starting with key terms such as yields, coupons, and maturity. Then we’ll get into different types of bonds. And finally we’ll look at how governments use bonds to finance their borrowing needs.
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This is the first of a two-part Business English Pod lesson on English job interviews for when you’re changing jobs or making a career shift.
You’ve racked up a lot of work experience and you’re proud of your special accomplishments. And you know enough to have clear opinions about how things should be done. But it’s time for a bit of a change. Maybe you’re switching careers altogether, or maybe you’re just looking to change roles. Regardless, you’re going to have to explain your accomplishments and express your opinions carefully in order to a make a good impression.
In an interview, it’s not just about what you say, it’s about how you say it. You will be asked some difficult questions, and you may only have one shot at it. The stakes are high, and the competition may be great. You need to sell yourself and demonstrate why you are the right choice for the position.
In this lesson, we’ll hear Nina and Frank interviewing Patrick. Patrick is a seasoned accountant looking for a career shift. He’s applying for a job with one of the major accounting advisory firms. Patrick is going to highlight his unique experience, politely criticize his former employer, admit challenges, and talk about past conflict. These are all tough things to do well, but Patrick handles them wisely.
Listening Questions
1. Why is Patrick talking about changes to a company’s internal controls?
2. How does Patrick describe financial meetings with executives?
3. How does Patrick say he dealt with the executives?
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Video Vocab is a video podcast (vodcast) published by Business English Pod for English as a second language (ESL) learners who want to expand and improve their English vocabulary for business.
Each ESL video lesson looks at a group of key English vocabulary words and terms related to a particular business topic. The meaning of the vocabulary is explained with simple definitions and pictures, and an example of how the vocabulary can be used.
Current lessons feature vocabulary on the economy, law, project management, accounting and finance, the credit crisis and Web 2.0 internet technologies.
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For the final lesson in our two-part business English vocabulary series on financial English vocabulary related to bankruptcy, we’re going to look at General Motor’s impending Chapter 11 filing. A bankruptcy filing by GM would rank as the third-largest bankruptcy in U.S. history.
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Today, we’re beginning a two-part Video Vocab series on Business English vocabulary related to bankruptcy. This lesson will focus on financial English vocabulary related to the two most common types of bankruptcy in U.S. law: Chapter 11 and Chapter 7.
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A basic understanding of common financial and accounting terms and English vocabulary is essential for everyone involved in global trade. In these video casts from our Video Vocab series, we explain the meaning of 20 key accounting terms and provide examples of how the vocabulary can be used in English.
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In this episode of Video Vocab, we continue our look at financial English vocabulary related to the key components of GAAP or Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. GAAP is a set of rules followed by accountants in preparing companies’ financial statements.
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In this episode of Video Vocab we take a look at financial English and accounting vocabulary related to the key components of GAAP or Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. GAAP is a set of rules followed by accountants in preparing companies’ financial statements.
First we’ll hear a short article introducing the vocabulary. Then we’ll go over each word in detail, with some example sentences to show how you can use the words. At the end of the video you’ll have a chance to review and practice your new vocabulary.
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In this episode of Video Vocab we take a look at financial and accounting English vocabulary related to a company’s balance sheet. First we’ll hear a short article introducing the vocabulary. Then we’ll go over each word in detail, with some example sentences to show how you can use the words. At the end of the video you’ll have a chance to review and practice your new vocabulary.
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