Summary of Business, Marketing, and Management Terminology

## Introduction This study guide helps a not-attending student make sense of a bilingual glossary. It explains how to use glossary entries, find related words, and apply terms in real situations. The focus is on study strategies, organization, and practical use rather than teaching individual vocabulary lists themselves. ## How to approach a bilingual glossary ### What is a bilingual glossary? > A bilingual glossary is a focused list of terms presented in two languages to aid understanding and translation between them. ### Break down complex entries - Identify the **term**, its **definition**, and any **equivalent phrase** in the second language. - Note part of speech (noun, verb, adjective) and any idiomatic usage. > Tip: Treat multiword expressions (like phrasal verbs and idioms) as single entries because their meaning may not be deduced from separate words. ## Organizing your study ### Create categories - Group entries by topic (e.g., agreement/conflict, processes, personal traits). - Use tables to compare related concepts for clarity. | Category | Example entries | Study focus | | --- | ---: | --- | | Agreements & Decisions | agreement, confirm, appointment | process and formality differences | | Conflict & Resolution | conflict, conciliation, clear the air | actions to escalate or resolve | | Actions & Tasks | assign, arrange, apply for, delegate | verbs that describe workflow | | Personal/Emotional | empathy, concerned, defensive | recognizing emotional tone | ### Use active recall techniques 1. Make flashcards with the term on one side and the definition + an example sentence on the other. 2. Self-test by translating the example sentence into the other language. ## Practical examples and real-world applications ### Example: Preparing for a meeting - Identify an **appointment** and **confirm** it with participants. - Prepare an **agenda** to avoid **disagreement** turning into a **conflict**. > Example: Send a short message to confirm an appointment and list the topics to avoid last-minute disagreement. ### Example: Handling workplace issues - If a problem starts to **escalate**, use **conciliation** or ask for **collaboration** to find **common ground**. > Example: When feedback becomes critical, stay **constructive** rather than **defensive** to keep the conversation productive. ## Useful study methods for not attending students - Schedule short, regular review sessions (20–30 minutes). - Prioritize entries that appear in multiple categories (e.g., *challenge*, *clarify*, *establish*). - Use spaced repetition: review new terms after 1 day, 3 days, 1 week. Did you know that grouping words by function (actions, feelings, outcomes) improves memory retention by creating stronger mental associations? ## Learning tips for idioms and phrasal verbs - Treat idioms as single lexical items (e.g., "bury the hatchet" = resolve conflict). - For phrasal verbs, list common objects that follow them to learn patterns (e.g., "bring sth up" often pairs with topics). > Example: Practice sentences using phrasal verbs in context to remember their meaning and object compatibility. ## Comparing related concepts | Concept A | Concept B | Key difference | | --- | --- | --- | | conflict | disagreement | A conflict is often active and may escalate; a disagreement can be a milder difference of opinion | | confirm | establish | Confirm makes an arrangement certain; establish often means to start or found something | | delegate | assign | Delegate implies passing responsibility (often with authority); assign can be giving a specific task | ## Study checklist before assessments - Review 20 high-frequency items used in many contexts. - Practice translating 10 example sentences both ways. - Write brief notes explaining when to use formal vs informal equivalents. Fun fact: Creating your own example sentences that connect new terms to your daily routine makes recall faster and study sessions more engaging