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hese programs were designed for those students who require intense speaking and listening practice. Our Focus on Communication Programs have 2 levels of study – Focus on Communication I (FCA) for the lower-intermediate student, and Focus on Communication II (FCB) for the more advanced learner. Both levels are divided into 2 sections:

a. Focus on Speaking
The Focus on Speaking Program in Omnicom is specifically designed for students to enhance their English speaking. The course is based on the SQUARE concept which stresses speed, quality of response, accuracy and response time. Students gain self-confidence and improve their oral communication skills by means of vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. A key part of the Focus on Speaking course emphasizes mini-dialogues, role-plays, presentations and formal public speaking

b. Focus on Listening
Omnicom's Focus on Listening Program is based on the Three Is concept: Imagine, Identify and Interpret. The course is designed for those students interested in sharpening their listening skills by the use of multi-media and various audio texts taken from the real world. Students will develop the abilities they need to function smoothly and prepare them to respond to various accents.

      Course Requirements:
      FCA: Intermediate level placement test, OR successful completion of Level 6, Omnicom Intensive English Program.
      FCB: TOEIC score of 550, or TOEFL score of 120 CBT, 433 PBT, 40 iBT, or Intermediate level placement test, OR successful completion of Level 8, Omnicom Intensive English Program.

      Age requirements:
      Over 18

      Length of study:

      FCA: 4 or 8 weeks
      FCB: 4, 8 or 12 weeks
      10 hours per week (Listening only) - FCL10
      15 hours per week (Speaking only) - FCS15
      25 hours per week (Full program) - FCA25, FCB25 (FCS15+FCL10)

      Starting Dates in 2008:
      2008: Jan 7, Jan 21, Feb 04, Feb 19, Mar 03, Mar 17, Mar 31, Apr 14, Apr 28, May 12, May 26, June 09, June 23, June 30, July 07, July 14, July 21, July 28, Aug 04, Aug 11, Aug 18, Aug 25, Sep 01, Sep 08, Sep 22, Oct 06, Oct 20, Nov 03, Nov 17, Dec 1, Dec 15, Jan 05, 2009



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