Essential Korean for Business Use is constructed around the various situations you may encounter while conducting business, and includes numerous expressions that can be used by learners of Korean at all levels. It contains those expressions necessary for foreigners who reside in Korea and work permanently at Korean companies, and it also deals with situations required for short term business trips. 

In order to conduct effective international business, you will have to first understand the culture of the country and people. In this context, this book will aid in bringing its readers a bit closer to Koreans by broadening their understanding of Korean culture. In a word, because it is composed of the actual Korean expressions most often used when doing business, readers will find it very useful. 

The volume is composed of 15 chapters, each of which contains expressions necessary for both business and daily living. All of the expressions contained in this book are provided with both a literal translation and an English equivalent. At the end of each chapter, there is a list of vocabulary related to the chapter's theme, and each chapter also contains short tips that introduce key elements of Korean culture.

Introduction

The Composition and Usage of This Book

Chapter 01. A Typical Day at the Office

Chapter 02. Office Machines and Facilities

Chapter 03. Reports

Chapter 04. Meetings

Chapter 05. Business Telephone Calls

Chapter 06. Computers and the Internet

Chapter 07. Negotiations and Contracts

Chapter 08. Office Interactions

Chapter 09. Customer Service

Chapter 10. Business Trips

Chapter 11. Entertaining Customers

Chapter 12. Personal Relations

Chapter 13. Money Matters

Chapter 14. Local Transportation

Chapter 15. Getting Hired and the First Day on the Job

Special Contents: Resume + Cover Letter 

Appendix