Extra vocabulary by laura Lobo

Unit Depiction: World of Work

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Key Vocabulary (C2 Level):

1. Globalization: The method of interaction and integration among individuals, companies, and governments around the world.

2. Broadening: The act of making a assortment of items or entering a assortment of markets to decrease chance.

3. Development: The presentation of modern thoughts, strategies, or items.

4. Professionalism: The competence or expertise anticipated of a proficient.

5. Business: The action of setting up a commerce or businesses, taking on money related dangers within the trust of benefit.

6. Moral Authority: The hone of driving in a way that regards the rights and respect of others.

7. Career Progression: The method of moving forward in one's occupation or career.

8. Workforce Differing qualities: The extend of contrasts among individuals in an organization.

9. Diverse Work Environment: The social, social, and financial environment in which businesses work on an worldwide scale.

10. Flexibility: The capacity to alter oneself promptly to distinctive conditions.

UNIT 2: RECRUITMENT

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Key vocabulary:

1. Headhunting: The practice of recruiting individuals who are not actively looking for a job, typically for senior or specialized positions.

2. Talent Acquisition: The process of identifying, attracting, and hiring skilled individuals to meet organizational needs.

3. Onboarding: The process of integrating a new employee into an organization, including orientation, training, and socialization.

4. Competency-based Interview: An interview approach that focuses on assessing an individual's specific skills, knowledge, and abilities related to the job.

5. Employer Branding: The process of promoting an organization as an attractive employer to potential candidates.

6. Recruitment Metrics: Quantifiable measures used to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of the recruitment process, such as time to fill, cost per hire, and retention rates.

7. Candidate Experience: The overall perception and satisfaction of candidates with the recruitment process, from initial contact to final decision.

8. Recruitment Strategy: A plan of action designed to attract, assess, and hire the best candidates for specific job positions.

9. Talent Pipeline: A pool of potential candidates who have been identified and nurtured for future job openings within an organization.

10. Selection Criteria: The specific qualifications, skills, and attributes required for a particular job, used to assess and compare candidates.

UNIT 3: COMPANY ORGANISATION

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Company organisation (C2):

1. Hierarchical Structure: A system of organization where individuals and groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority.

2. Matrix Organization: A structure in which employees are assigned to both functional and project managers, often resulting in dual reporting relationships.

3. Decentralization: The process of distributing or delegating power and decision-making authority throughout different levels of an organization.

4. Organizational Resilience: The ability of an organization to anticipate, prepare for, respond to, and adapt to incremental change and sudden disruptions.

5. Cross-functional Teams: Groups of employees from different functional areas working together to achieve a common goal or project.

6. Strategic Alignment: The process of ensuring that an organization's activities, resources, and goals are in harmony with its strategic direction.

7. Organizational Redesign: The process of restructuring an organization's systems, processes, and roles to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

8. Knowledge Management: The process of capturing, distributing, and effectively using knowledge within an organization.

9. Organizational Culture: The shared values, beliefs, and behaviors that shape the attitudes and actions of employees within an organization.

10. Change Management: The structured approach to transitioning individuals, teams, and organizations from a current state to a desired future state.

UNIT 4: MONEY MANAGEMENT

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1. Budgeting: The process of creating a plan to spend money, taking into account expenses and income.

2. Savings Account: A bank account that allows you to deposit money, earn interest, and withdraw funds when needed.

3. Credit Score: A numerical representation of an individual's creditworthiness, based on their credit history and financial behavior.

4. Interest Rate: The percentage of principal charged by a lender for the use of its money.

5. Investment Portfolio: A collection of assets owned by an individual or an organization, such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds.

6. Debt Management: The process of managing and repaying debts in a structured and responsible manner.

7.Financial Goal: A specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound objective related to personal finance.

8. Compound Interest: Interest calculated on the initial principal and also on the accumulated interest from previous periods.

9. Credit Card Debt: Money owed on a credit card account, often subject to high interest rates.

10. Emergency Fund: A reserve of money set aside for unexpected expenses or financial emergencies.

UNIT 5: MARKETING

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UNIT 6: ADVERTISING

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UNIT 7: CONSUMER TRENDS

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UNIT 6.2: EVERYDAY TECHNOLOGY

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EXTRA: INTERNET SECURITY

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1. Phishing: The fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details by disguising as a trustworthy entity in electronic communication.

2. Firewall: A network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.

3. Encryption: The process of converting information or data into a code to prevent unauthorized access.

4. Malware: Software designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems or data.

5. Two-factor Authentication: A security process in which the user provides two different authentication factors to verify themselves.

6. Cybersecurity: The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks.

7. Data Breach: The unauthorized release of private or sensitive information.

8. VPN (Virtual Private Network): A secure and private network that allows users to send and receive data across shared or public networks as if their computing devices were directly connected to the private network.

9. Patch: A piece of software designed to update or fix problems with a computer program or its supporting data.

10. Cyber Attack: An attempt by hackers to damage or destroy a computer network or system.