Syllabus data

Teacher name ： Kumiko KIZU
Course Title
Skills for TOEIC English B (A)(in English)
Course Title in English
Skills for TOEIC English B (A)(in English)
Course Type
General Courses
−
Eligible Students
School of Economics and Management
Target Grade
2Year
Course Numbering Code
IA9992GCA1
Credits
2.00Credits
The course numbering code represents the faculty managing the subject, the department of the target students, and the education category (liberal arts / specialized course). For detailed information, please download the separate manual from the upper right 'question mark'.
Type of Class
講義 (Lecture)
Eligible Year/Semester
Fall semester 2026
(Fall semester)
Instructor
Kumiko KIZU
Affiliation
Part-time lecturer
Language of Instruction
English
Related SDGs
17
Office Hours and Location
In the lecture room after the lecture 
Contact
Inquire through the Class Profile of UNIVERSAL PASSPORT [Class Q&A]

Corresponding Diploma Policy
A double circle indicates the most relevant DP number and a circle indicates the associated DP.
Corresponding Undergraduate School DP
ー
Corresponding Graduate School DP
ー
Corresponding University-Wide DP
3-1◎
Academic Goals of Teacher Training Course
ー

Course Objectives and Learning Outcome
【Course Objectives】
The main objective of this course is to help students understand the TOEIC L&R Test format and improve their scores.

【Learning Outcomes】
Students will develop advanced English proficiency necessary for achieving a high score on the TOEIC L&R Test. They will also learn common question patterns and test-taking strategies.
Subtitle and Keywords of the Class
TOEIC L&R test
Course Overview and Schedule
【Course Description】
To achieve a high score on the TOEIC L&R test, students will (1) review the English sound system and do exercises such as dictation and shadowing to improve their listening skills, (2) learn various discourse patterns and do rapid-reading practices to improve their reading skills, and (3) answer a lot of questions and develop effective test-taking techniques.

【Course Outline】
  1. Introduction & Unit 8 Personnel & Recruiting (2) Mini Test (Review of TOEIC L&R Test)
  2. Unit 9 Advertising (1) Vocabulary, Listening, Grammar, Reading
  3. Unit 9 Advertising (2) Mini Test
  4. Unit 10 Meetings (1) Vocabulary, Listening, Grammar, Reading
  5. Unit 10 Meetings (2) Mini Test
  6. Unit 11 Clients (1) Vocabulary, Listening, Grammar, Reading
  7. Unit 11 Clients (2) Mini Test & Review Test (1) 
  8. Unit 12 Work Environment (1) Vocabulary, Listening, Grammar, Reading
  9. Unit 12 Work Environment (2) Mini Test
  10. Unit 13 Finance & Economy (1) Vocabulary, Listening, Grammar, Reading
  11. Unit 13 Finance & Economy (2) Mini Test
  12. Unit 14 Sales & Marketing (1) Vocabulary, Listening, Grammar, Reading
  13. Unit 14 Sales & Marketing (2) Mini Test
  14. Unit 15 Technology (1) Vocabulary, Listening, Grammar, Reading
  15. Unit 15 Technology (2) Mini Test & Review Test (2)

The use of PC: quizzes and review tests are provided on Universal Passport during class.
In-person/Remote Classification
In-person
Implementation Method and Remote Credit Limit Application
• In-person classes only
• Not subject to the cap on distance-education credits
Uses of Generative AI
Completely forbidden
Precautions for using Generative AI
In this course, the use of generative AI is strictly prohibited. Any use during class is forbidden, and if a violation is discovered, credits may not be granted or may be revoked.
Regardless of whether generative AI is used or not, students must pay attention to the contents described in “Guidelines on the Use of Generative AI in Education at the University of Hyogo (For Students).”
Textbook
Koji Hayakawa, Rika Iwashige. Score Booster for the TOEIC L&R Test Advanced (KINSEIDO). ISBN 978-4-7647-4249-9
Available at the University Co-op bookstore.
References
『公式TOEIC Listening & Reading 問題集 1〜12』（Available at the University Library）
『公式TOEIC Listening & Reading Part 3 & 4 音声速解』（Available at the University Library）
『公式TOEIC Listening & Reading Part 7 速読演習』（Available at the University Library）
Contents and Estimated Time for Pre- and Post- Learning (Preparation and Review)
Preparation: reading the textbook, answering questions and doing exercises (15 hours)
Review: reviewing the textbook and preparing for quizzes and review tests (15 hours)
Contents of Active Learning
Students occasionally work in pairs and groups.
Grading Criteria and Methods
Students who demonstrate an understanding of the TOEIC L&R Test format and complete the assigned tasks to improve their scores will receive grades based on their level of proficiency in achieving the course objectives and learning outcomes. Grades will be assigned as follows: S (90 points or higher), A (80 points or higher), B (70 points or higher), and C (60 points or higher). Evaluation will be based on a TOEIC L&R test (40%), class engagement (20%), quizzes (20%) and review tests (20%). However, students who fail to attend class on six or more occasions will not be eligible for course credit.
How to Disclose Assignments and Exam Results
The resulting scores of quizzes and review tests are provided on Universal Passport.
Precautions and Requirements for Course Registration
Students are strongly recommended to join the first lesson to get more detailed information about the course. They are also required to prepare for each lesson, complete the assigned homework, and review the previous lesson.
Practical Education
n/a
Remarks
In this course, students are required to take a TOEIC L&R test during the semester.
In cases where any differences arise between the English version and the original Japanese version, the Japanese version shall prevail as the official authoritative version.