Olivia Southerly
This section gives you the opportunity to take a more in-depth look at the individual courses I have taken during my time here at Clemson. Thanks to our well curated program, as language students we are fortunate enough to have experience in cultural classes, business classes, along with our extensive studies in our target language.
Spanish and Language Classes:
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- SPAN 1010- Elementary Spanish I
Introduced foundational Spanish vocabulary and grammar early within my understanding of the Spanish language and emphasized my basic speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills to support my everyday communication.
- SPAN 1020- Elementary Spanish II
Built on my introductory language skills by strengthening my understanding of sentence structures, verb usage, and conversational confidence in real world contexts.
- SPAN 2010- Intermediate Spanish
Expanded my fluency through more complex grammatical structures and themed vocabulary, that enabled a clearer expression of ideas in both spoken and written Spanish.
- SPAN 2020- Intermediate Spanish II
Focused on refining my comprehension and expression while increasing cultural awareness through readings, discussions, and writing assignments.
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- SPAN 3020 – Intermediate Spanish Grammar and Composition
Strengthened my grammatical accuracy and formal writing skills, by emphasizing clarity, organization, and stylistic precision in Spanish compositions.
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- SPAN 3050 – Intermediate Spanish Conversation and Composition I
Developed my oral proficiency and confidence through sustained conversation, presentations, and structured writing assignments.
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- SPAN 3130 – Survey of Spanish Literature I
Introduced major works, authors, and themes in Spanish literature, strengthening critical reading, cultural interpretation, and analytical writing in Spanish.
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- SPAN 3160 – Spanish for International Business I
Applied my Spanish language skills to professional and commercial contexts, focusing on business vocabulary, cross-cultural communication, and real-world case studies.
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- SPAN 3090 – Introduction to Spanish Phonetics and Phonology
Analyzed the sound system of Spanish, improving my pronunciation, listening comprehension, and awareness of regional linguistic variation.
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- SPAN 3070 – The Hispanic World: Spain
Explored Spanish history, culture, politics, and social identity, deepening cultural competency and contextual understanding of the Spanish-speaking world.
Business Courses:
- BUS 1010 – Business Foundations
Provided an overview of core business disciplines including management, marketing, finance, and economics, establishing a foundation for advanced coursework.
- ACCT 2010 – Financial Accounting Concepts
Introduced me to financial statements, accounting principles, and basic financial analysis used to evaluate organizational performance and decision-making.
- ECON 2110 – Principles of Microeconomics
Examined individual and firm-level economic behavior, including supply and demand, market structures, and consumer decision-making.
- ECON 2120 – Principles of Macroeconomics
Analyzed national and global economic systems, focusing on inflation, unemployment, fiscal policy, and economic growth.
- MGT 2010 – Principles of Management
Studied organizational structure, leadership, motivation, and strategic planning, emphasizing effective management practices and teamwork.
- MKT 3010 – Principles of Marketing
Introduced core marketing concepts such as segmentation, targeting, branding, and the marketing mix, with application to real-world markets.
- MKT 3020 – Consumer Behavior
Analyzed psychological, social, and cultural factors influencing consumer decision-making, strengthening strategic marketing insight.
- MGT 3030 – Global Business
Explored international business operations, global strategy, and cross-cultural management in an increasingly interconnected economy.
- MKT 4270 – International Marketing
Applied marketing strategies in a global context, focusing on market entry, cultural adaptation, and international branding decisions.
- MKT 3030 – Marketing and Society
Examined the ethical, social, and cultural impacts of marketing, emphasizing responsible decision-making and long-term societal implications.