University of Barcelona

This course focuses on important aspects of international financial management including the main characteristics of the international finance economics environment, the organization of foreign exchange markets, the role of various derivative instruments, and the origin and evolution of the current financial turmoil. 

This course develops instrumental skills in the Russian language up to the B1-B2 levels. It focuses on understanding and producing oral and written work; describing the phonetic, grammatical, and lexical structures of the Russian language; and identifying and using different linguistic registers. The course covers lexical topics and debate; advanced grammar-- derivation, morphology, and syntax; oral and written expression; and reading and listening comprehension.

Topics in this Psychometrics course include: foundations of measurement and scaling models; construction of psychometric tests; item analysis; reliability; validity; standardization and test manual.

This course offers a study of Catalan language, culture, and society. Topics include: symbols of Catalunya-- flag, anthem, emblem; Catalan food; basic phrases; writers; artists; music; Pompeu Fabra; celebrations and legends.

This course examines the history of European cultures, with a special focus on Spain, from pre-history to the present day. Topics include: the Renaissance; Reformation; Enlightenment; Industrial Revolution; Russian revolution and formation of the USSR; WWI; WWII; Spanish republics; dictatorship; Cold War; de-colonization; democracy; the European Union.

This law course provides a study of the origins, evolution, and legal organization of the European Union. It examines the law of the European Union, law adopted by the institutions, and the integration of the European laws with the Spanish legal system. It looks at reciprocal state laws of EU nation-states, EU laws of application and control, and the objectives of the EU integration process.

This course offers an overview of Iberian Art from its beginnings to the present day. It explores architecture, painting, and sculpture from various styles and eras including: Islamic, Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Golden Age, and Baroque. 

This course focuses on practicing, expanding, and improving Spanish language oral production in everyday contexts as well as improving pronunciation of Spanish through listening and articulation practice.

This course offers an introduction to electronics in biomedical engineering. Topics include: circuit theory; biomedical instrumentation; feedback systems; active filters; stability; non-linear applications; bio-amplifiers; biosensors platforms; digital electronics.

This course offers study of Spanish spoken in everyday situations. Topics include: multi-culturalism in Barcelona; eating at a restaurant; clothing; public transit; health care; and travel.