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The surge of foreign business investment in Mexico brought on by NAFTA has created a communication problem. Most management from the US and Canada who work in Mexico don't speak Spanish. Although interpreters are typically made available, there is nothing better than one-on-one communication without the presence of a third party.
Some companies recognize these new challenges and are working to further develop the communication skills of their senior management. Contract Freighters, Inc. (CFI), one of America's biggest trucking firms, enrolled five of their vice presidents into the Executive Immersion Program.
"There is nothing like being able to talk one-on-one. It shows respect for the culture and the country and is as definite plus in creating business expansion," stated Herbert Schmidt, CFI's President and CEO. "We don't want to impose our culture or language on our partners. Mutual respect and cooperation adds up to more order taking."
Julie Stratton, Plant Manger for VCI Fulfillment Group S.A. de C.V. has a full staff of Spanish-only speaking employees in their Mexico operation. "Showing respect for the people by speaking their language is the only way one can expect develop teamwork and cooperation. My employees are surprised and delighted to hear me speak Spanish. The more Spanish I know, the better our chances are for continued success in Mexico."
The five-week Executive Immersion Program is among the most comprehensive offered anywhere. The individual attention received is unparalleled. Most students in this program find it necessary to return to their office for at least one week during their five-week study. The five weeks do not have to be taken consecutively, but we recommend completion of five weeks within an eight-week period.
Because Ensenada is just 80 miles south of San Diego, California, travel to and from Ensenada is both convenient and economical. For students coming from the US, Canada and Europe, we recommend flying into San Diego. Students coming from Mexico, Central American and South America find flights into Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico more convenient.
“The Baja California Language College was the perfect answer to my recent challenge. I was about to head down to Baja in March of this year and participate with Amigos de los Californios in a two-week dental clinic for the remote mountain villages of Santa Martha and San Francisco. I was to be the receptionist for the clinic and my Spanish skills needed a swift boost.
I contacted Keith Rolle of the Baja California Language College in Ensenada. This was the third time I was returning to the school and since my time was limited, they accommodated my request for only three days of attendance. There were three students in my morning class and two of us in the afternoon class. This allowed for plenty of individual attention and opportunity for practice. A review of verb tenses and expressions helped my mind set and the speaking helped my tongue remember what to do inside my mouth to make the Spanish flow.
Teachers were knowledgeable about Latin American cultures as well as the Spanish language. Classroom space was beautiful, comfortable and close to wonderful restaurants and taco stands for lunch. Many of the classroom exercises and assignments were fun and excursions to La Bufadora and the vineyards in Guadalupe Valley provided enjoyable opportunities to practice our Spanish.
Living with a family is the best. I have experienced three different homes and all were excellent. Besides providing two or three delicious meals a day and comfortable, private bedroom accommodations, the “Mamas” are well trained to speak slowly and distinctly and listen intently. Your Spanish can’t help but improve in a very non-threatening atmosphere.
If you’d like to increase your knowledge of Spanish or learn to speak more fluently so you can better enjoy your travels in Mexico, the Baja California Language College is an excellent way to do it. View their website at www.bajacal.com or call our Discover Baja office at 800-727-2252 and ask for Carol. I’ll be glad to extol the benefits of the Language College. Feliz viaje!”
Carol Kramer Discover Baja Travel Club San Diego California
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