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Academics & Coursework

As a Spanish and International Business Major at Clemson University, I have completed a variety of disciplines. I have acquired competencies in Spanish linguistics, grammar, literature, culture and business, as well as explored domestic and international components of business. After my graduation in May 2024, i will have completed four full years of studying Spanish at the college level. 

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Below, you can find a breakdown in detail of the Spanish and Business courses I have completed in my academic career, as well as a few course samples that demonstrate my language proficiency, literature and culture competency, and business competency.

Spanish Language Courses

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SPAN 2020 - Intermediate Spanish

Intermediate course to practice listening, reading, writing and speaking. Supplemental reviews of vocabulary and grammatical structures. Includes some cultural perspectives.

 

SPAN 3020 - Intermediate Spanish Grammar & Composition 

Intense review of Spanish grammatical structures, idioms, verb usage, and vocabulary. Deep dive in syntax and stylistics through compositions and projects.

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SPAN 3050 - Intermediate Spanish Conversation/Composition I

Practice in speaking Spanish with emphasis on vocabulary, pronunciation, intonation, and comprehension. Includes writing portions to increase language proficiency and accuracy.

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SPAN 3160 - Spanish for Intl’ Business I

Introduction to many elements of hispanic culture in the workplace. Including spoken and written language, protocol, and environment. Business vocabulary, basic business, situational practice and cultural concepts. Including a large final project, inventing a product never before seen in a Latin American country. 

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SPAN 4160 - Spanish for Intl’ Business II

Deeper dive into business vocabulary, cultural concepts, the environment of Hispanic markets. Social, political and cultural issues related to Spanish speaking countries and their current economies in global marketing. Economic geography of Hispanic countries, company organization, management, banking, investment, goods and services, and marketing. 

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SPAN 3040 - Intro to Hispanic Literary Forms

Introduction to the various literary forms such as: fiction, poetry, drama, and essay. Using literary and critical theory, with readings from 19th to 20th century Spanish and Spanish-American literature.

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SPAN 3070 - The Hispanic World: Spain

Introduction to the significant aspects of the culture of Spain from its origins to the present. Emphasizes the artistic, social, historical, political and contemporary issues of the Iberian Peninsula.

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SPAN 4010 - New Spanish Fiction

Study of selected readings by popular emerging and established authors of Spain, with emphasis on current cultural trends. Readings include detective novels, regional fiction and fiction from marginalized groups in Spain.

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SPAN 4030 - Spanish American Women Writers

In depth study of selected literary works by Spanish American women. Representative authors are studied within their philosophical and sociopolitical contexts.

Spanish Literature & Culture Courses

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Business Courses

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ACCT 2010 - Financial Accounting Concepts

Introduction to accounting principles with emphasis on the use of financial data. Knowledge tested based on daily coursework and exams.

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ECON 2110 - Principles of Microeconomics

Introduction to economic reasoning and its application to the study of the behavior of consumers and business firms. Particular topics include competition, monopoly, international trade, and the impact of selected public policies. Knowledge tested through exams.

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ECON 2120 - Principles of Macroeconomics

Deeper dive into what was taught in ECON 2110. Topics include the forces determining the rates of inflation, unemployment, and economic growth with particular emphasis on the influence of fiscal and monetary policies through financial markets. 

 

ECON 3100 - International Economics

Studies of the process of international commerce, filled with real life scenarios to support material. Covers basic theory of trade and exchange rates, institutional and legal environment, and current policy issues.

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ENGL 3040 - Business Writing

Influential writing course that focuses on writing strategies for texts common in professional business settings. Many example writing assignments, as well as resume building, cover letter workshop, good and bad news emails, etc..

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MATH 1020 - Business Calc I

Intuitive approach to the concepts and applications of calculus. Topics include functions and graphing, differentiation, and integration. Applies aspects from social, biological and management sciences.

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MATH 2070 - Business Calc II

Deeper dive into what was covered in MATH 1020. Learned the calculus of several variables, differential calculus and optimization of several variables, multiple integrals. Focused on the application of calculus to real life business situations.

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MGT 2010 - Principles of Management

Study management's role as a factor of economic production. Functions of management, principles of organization, and behavior in organizations.

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MGT 4230 - Intl’ Business Management

Survey of theoretical and institutional complexities of international business operations. Topics include exporting, importing, foreign investment, multinational corporations, and international payment systems.

 

MKT 3010 - Principles of Marketing

Emphasis on the principles and concepts involved in planning, pricing, promoting and distribution of goods and services.

 

MKT 3020 - Consumer Behavior

Deeper dive into the psychology behind marketing, and what influences consumers to purchase the way they do. 

 

MKT 3210 - Sports Marketing

Exploration of the essentials of effective sports marketing. Topics include application of marketing principles in the ports area, licensing issues, sponsorships and endorsements, stadium and arena marketing, broadcasting and media considerations, and public policy and sports.

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MKT 4270 - International Marketing

Study of marketing from the international point of view. Emphasis on the necessary modification of marketing thinking and practicing foreign markets due to individual environmental differences. Guest speakers with experience in running international businesses.

 

MKT 4280 - Services Marketing

Exploration and study of the nature of service organizations and the principles that guide the marketing of their products. Emphasis on a marketing mix that is fundamentally different than that found in traditional goods marketing.

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POSC 1020 - Intro into International Relations

An analysis of the major systemic theories of international relations, then place these into context within domestic politics. Emphasis on prevalent issue areas that dominate the international system, including conflict and international political economy.

Coursework Samples​

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Spanish & Intl' Business I Plan

To showcase my linguistic proficiency, I have chosen to share a final project completed for my Spanish and International Business class. We had to chose a Latin American country, and create a business with a product/service that did not yet exist. Then, create a business plan, along with a functioning website. This website demonstrates my versatility and proficiency with Latin American business language, culture, and creativity. 

Spanish and Intl' Business II Final Project

To further display my linguistic proficiency within the Spanish business world, I have chosen to share another example of coursework, completed during my time abroad. Similar to the first course of Spanish and International Business, the final project for my second Spanish and International Business course was to come up with a product that existed in the US, but was not yet in Spain. For this, I pulled from my own experience, and created a Powerpoint explaining why we needed it, who was the target market, and other aspects of my business plan.

Coursework Samples​

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Literary Analysis: "Canción de Otoño en Primavera"

This paper is a literary analysis of the poem, "Canción de Otoño en Primavera," by Rubén Darío. This sample demonstrates my ability to understand and analyze themes, symbolism, and other rhetorical devices of Spanish literary works, and accurately describe my findings. 

Cultural Essay: La Siesta

During my time abroad, I wrote journal entries, took photos and wrote essays on the cultural differences that I observed between everyday life in the US, and in Spain. This sample demonstrates my cultural competency in appreciating, understanding and embracing the Spanish lifestyle.

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Management Current Events Essay​

In my International Business Management class, we had to complete a series of short answer questions for our midterm exam. These questions revolve around current events and how international business management was impacted by these events. This paper showcases my ability to analyze current events through a business lens, increasing my global competency. 

International Relations Final Essay​

Throughout my International Relations class, we had to submit weekly essays analyzing certain aspects relating to current events. This cumulated into a final essay about international terror networks. This analysis shows my proficiency in understanding significant events in the world and throughout history, relating to politics and its impacts on our future. 

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