This is an advanced Spanish conversation course focusing on business/policy topics and current events in the Spanish speaking countries. Class discussions and activities emphasize active use of the language in different situational contexts including business/professional discussions, interviews, cultural exchanges, debates on current topics, or other areas determined by participant interest. It provides students with the opportunity of refining their speaking abilities, improving listening comprehension and building vocabulary while mastering conversational strategies. In addition, to improve the students’overall language use, a portion of the class time will be devoted to reviewing grammar as needed.