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1、BEC高级阅读模拟题指导训练为了让大家更好的预备商务英语BEC考试，我给大家整理了商务 英语高级阅读模拟题指导训练,下面我就和大家共享，来观赏一下吧。商务英语高级阅读模拟题指导训练1Set Yourself Up In The Travel BusinessIs there any place in the world s biggest and fastest-growing industry for someone starting up in business on their own? The answer, it seems, is a definite yes . H. As th

2、e holiday and tourist business is growing by at least 10 percent a year, the prospects for small independent travel agents with flexible markets and low overheads have never been so bright.No wonder next year will see a record number of independent start-ups - at least 10, 000, according to one esti

3、mate. 9. They will benefit from computer technology, which means they on longer need retail shops in order to operate as travel agents. At least 50 per cent of independent operators are already home-based, linked by computer to booking centers, ticket wholesalers and database services, which can cut

4、 prices by half, compared to the main travel agent chains. 10. If they do, these dynamic independents become like mini tour operators, creating their own packages from other people s holidays, rather than just selling a standard holiday out of a brochure for only 10 per cent commission.expertise wit

5、h computers and your commitment to customer service will be strong. Relevant professional qualifications are a prerequisite for this post.B.Recruitment ConsultantRecruitment consultancy represents a varied, stimulating and challenging career which will further develop interpersonal and commercial sk

6、ills, allowing personal and professional growth. We offer unlimited career prospects within our management team here and overseas. Our individually tailored training scheme is one of the most advanced in the industry. We operate a reward system based on merit and profit-sharing, not commission or ov

7、ertime. The remuneration package is designed to attract outstanding individuals to make a commitment to a long-term business relationship.C.Production ManagerWe are looking for a Production Manager to play an active role in our fast-growing company. We need a dynamic team player to help drive forwar

8、d our firm commitment to continuous performance improvement and customer liaison. A background in engineering or processing would be highly advantageous. Working within a fast-changing environment, the ability to manage change effectively is a key requirement. The position is based on a rotating shi

9、ft system and attracts a highly competitive salary and benefits package.D.Services ManagerThe person recruited to fulfill this new role in our fast expanding company will assume full responsibility for all the building and equipment at our head office. The company is currently considering relocation

10、. You will be responsible for the management of communication systems including reception, co-ordination of secretarial support and management of all service suppliers. Some familiarity with computers is desirable. Personality, drive and the ability to set personal goals and high standards within a

11、demanding working week are the main criteria. A degree and/or business qualification will be advantages.E. Credit ManagerWe are seeking a skilled credit professional with exceptional commercial acumen to play a vital role in our European program. You will deal with trade negotiations, account manage

12、ment and legal proceedings. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will develop and maintain our credit policy and take decisions on transactions within assigned authority levels for both existing and first-time client facilities and liaison. Based at our well-situated headquarters, with e

13、xcellent IT support, you will be prepared to work hard in return for a rewarding remuneration package.重要词汇和表达：Prestigious; track record; expertise; prerequisite;remuneration; familiarity; criteria; acumen;文档内容到此结束，欢迎大家下载、修改、丰富并分享给更多有 需要的人。The biggest problem with running your own travel company can

14、be to generate enough income to make it possible to apply for a license to sell air tickets direct. 11. However, many independents are quite happy with this system. The brokers are fully bonded and therefore your customers are well protected. At the same time, you can still get good rates of commiss

15、ion. Even part-time agents securing around ten bookings a month can earn around $1,000 a month. 12.An even greater income than that is possible with the right kind of specialization. Business and sports travel are particularly lucrative. 13. One way to get this kind of deal can be to approach compan

16、ies in your area direct and offer to cater for their corporate and leisure travel needs. You may be able to improve on their existing deals, especially if they are currently dealing with one of the larger travel companies. _14, In fact, your only problem may well turn out to be that you become so su

17、ccessful selling holidays you never have time to take one yourself!A Such big companies may have 75 per cent of the travel business, but there? s plenty left for the smaller operator, particularly if they specialize.B This could be five times as much if you make it your only job.C Their low overhead

18、s should mean they are able to undercut their competitors.D These will range from part-timers to full-time freelance travel brokers.E Otherwise you have to work through brokers and computerized distributors who all take their cut of the profit.F Even so, you need to ensure the staff have the right t

19、raining.G For example, there are agents offering exotic conference locations or parachuting in the desert.H In fact, there? s never been a better time to try your luck in the travel trade.使用返指方法一：9, 11, 140使用返指方法二：13。使用返指方法三：12。使用返指方法四：10。重要词汇和表达：Overheads; start-up; wholesaler; dynamic; brochure; b

20、roker; bonded; secure; specialization; undercut; distributor; exotic; parachuting;小资料：10 Reasons Why You Should Have a Prestige Home TravelBusiness?1 . Easy to Get Started - Work Actively or Just Refer Clients2 . Great Way to get Extra Cash or a Full Time Income3 .Fun and Lifelong Activity4 . Ideal

21、Post Retirement Business to Stretch Your Dollar5 .Travel Agent Only Discounts6 .Ideal Internet Business7.Get Paid Everytime You Travel8.1 ncredible Tax Benefits and Deductions9. Work Part or Full Time10. Enrich Your Lifestyle as a Member of the Travel IndustryBenefits of Independent Travel AgentsAs

22、a member of the travel profession, many new doors will be opened to you in the form of discounts and courtesies within the travel industry. Listed below are some of the benefits you may receive:1 . Travel Agent rates at many hotels worldwide - usually ata 5075% discount.2 . Special rates from car re

23、ntal companies.3 .Reduced or free theme park/attraction entrance fees.4 .Travel shows and receptions.5 .Discounted rates for cruises (from $25 per day).6 .Discounted trips throughout the world.7 . 75% agent? s discount on airfare (when required sales level is reached).8 .Agency sponsored familiariza

24、tion trips and cruises.Tax Advantages Enjoyed by Independent Travel AgentsA major advantage of being in the travel industry is that whenever you travel you can deduct a variety of expenses because travel is part of your ongoing industry training and familiarization. Every time you fly, cruise, stay

25、in a hotel or visit a theme park you are evaluating your experience in order to assist your clients with their future travel plans. Consult with your tax advisor for specific details. A tax deduction and planning workbook is available through Prestige Travel Systems, which includes worksheets and ta

26、x reference materials.1 . Be eligible for thousands of dollars in new deductions.2 .Deduct the cost of vacation travel.3 .Deduct automobile, home, phone and personal computer expenses.4 .Deduct restaurant, golf and recreation expenses5 . Much More!商务英语高级阅读模拟题指导训练2The Finland Trade CenterMarcus Mober

27、g does things differently and he likes it that way. At 63, he has a range of expertise in industry that few people can argue with. I have worked in telecommunications, banking, insurance and the clothing industry, he explains.H . Marcus left industry five years ago to join the Finland Trade Center a

28、nd has played an important role in developing an extremely sophisticated market research and consulting service for Finish exporters, operated by the Finland Trade Center around the world. Until 1992, the Centers were under the control of the Minister for Foreign Trade. 9.Altogether there are over 5

29、0 countries with a Finland Trade Center. The UK office, though, says Marcus proudly, is the biggest and the best, without exaggeration. That, he says is because of the team in the office and the strategy they use. Although attached to the embassy, the team operates just like a consultancy. Our strat

30、egy is to concentrate on certain major sectors, “ says Marcus. 10. The last of these means anything involving health, but tends to be mainly softwarerelating to that sector.11. “If people only want a fact-finding service, “ he says, “we will help, but I 11 leave it for an office junior to sort out,

31、or suggest contacting our Helsinki office, who are better equipped to offer this service. Marcus won t agree to represent the interests of Finnish exporters until his team have investigated them to ensure that they have the right products and resources to fill a particular gap. 12. “We take it slowl

32、y because we have to. ”Finnish enterprises are often very small and are owner-managed, which puts them at a disadvantage when competing on an international scale. Exporting strategies can be a problem when you re limited in resources and time. 13. And not only with advice. The team s consultancy fee

33、 may start with a realistic figure, “ he says, “but we often reduce it after taking into account the size and resources of the company and the potential it has in the market once established.uThere are 1,400 Finnish companies already operating in the UK, “ says Marcus. But sometimes you find a compa

34、ny that you feel has an ideal product for the market but is not operating in the UK, so we go and find out why. “ 14 If they are not up to the job, they don t get any encouragement.In all his contact with clients, Marcus likes to deal with people face to face. He feels it is important to visit custo

35、mers to talk to them. That way there is a lot more interaction and it gives us a chance to look at their financial and human resources. ”A These are telecoms, IT, argo-industry and what is termed “welfare”.B Marcus and his team do much more than just provide information.C On the other hand, Marcus w

36、on t represent companies he considers to be poor performers.D This is where Marcus s agency can help.E Neither will he rush a project that he has been commissioned for.F Now, although still part of the embassy, they re run by the Finnish Foreign Trade Association.G One company being helped at the mo

37、ment has only 20 staff, so that particular criticism is hardly justified.H This broad experience has left him with an open mind on the way to do business.重要语法：重视连接词的使用。链接词的消失标志着文章中消失 语意的并列，递近或转折。在本项中，连接词的消失有两种状况值得 大家利用：一是连接词消失在被选句中。二是连接词消失在空格前后 句中。可能消失的连接词有Words of Contrast Words for linking sentenc

38、es however but although In addition In contrast furthermore On the contrary moreover On the other hand Whats more besides equally Likewise重要词7匚和表达：Owner-managed; scale;商务英语高级阅读模拟题指导训练31. Your working hours will vary.2. You need to be good at encouraging colleagues.3. You may be involved in moving to

39、 new premises.4. You will have considerable opportunities for promotion.5. You will be directly responsible to senior management.6. You need to be capable of motivating yourself.7. Your pay will reflect the company s performance.8. You will be involved with new customers.A.Commercial Operations Mana

40、gerThis is an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Operations Manager based at our prestigious premises in the capital. You must bring your successful track record in contract management skills. Strong commercial awareness and communication skills are essential characteristics of your approach, as is the ability to motivate others. You will have considerable