Introduction to Business Spanish is directed at beginners, professionals andstudents, who need a basic introduction to the Spanish language in order tosupport or enhance their career development. Its two major objectives are :to introduce basic notions of Spanish language to those who do not haveknowledge of this language;to introduce the lexis (words and terminology) that is needed for use ineveryday business situations.The methodological focus developed by the authors is specifically designedto provide a structured approach for the development of the communicativecompetence of the learner.A number of varied activities have been prepared for the student to workthrough the four language abilities or linguistic skills: listening comprehen-sion, oral comprehension, reading comprehension and written expression.There is a particular emphasis on the acquisition and development of speci-fic purpose and general vocabulary. The authors have also provided the ba-sic functional and grammatical frameworks that will allow students to par-ticipate in both formal and informal everyday communicative situations inthe world of business.