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1. YOUR GOAL
Build confidence and diversity in your English-speaking skills & learn how the media shapes
us and the global society we live in.
PMM
POWERSPEAKING & MODERN MEDIA
PMM MODULES
Unit 1: Powerspeaking and Introduction to Media
Unit 2: Popular Culture
Unit 3: News and Journalism
Unit 4: Television
Unit 5: Power Speaking and Stereotypes
Unit 6: Advertising
Unit 7: Music
Unit 8: Film and Documentaries
EXIT REQUIREMENTS
70% average upon successful completion of all modules
PROGRAM LENGTH
8-week Diploma program*
4-week Certificate program**
26.5-hours per week, Monday to Friday
In class: 0.93 months: 4 weeks: 106 hours
1.86 months: 8 weeks: 212 hours
* Available at KGIC Victoria, Vancouver, Surrey, Toronto, Halifax
**Available at KGIC Victoria, Surrey, Halifax
KGIC ADVANTAGES
ESSENTIAL communicative English skills (pronunciation, vocal training and body language)
Upgraded listening practice while interacting with media of all kinds
Self-confidence through weekly oral presentations
Weekly fluency and accuracy evaluations
Individual time with your teachers to discuss your progress
Valuable experience in real-life situations (e.g. a panel job interview!)
Practical knowledge and experience through field trips and guest speakers
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Students must have: either TOEFL CBT133/IBT45-46, TOEIC 550, IELTS 4.5, completed level
3 at KGIC, any recognized international English language equivalency test score, or a pass on
our entrance exam. No interview required.
Low
High
Listening Writing Vocabulary Speaking Leadership Presentation CreativityCritical
Thinking
Pronunciation
PMM is a valuable class for students who want to improve their speaking skills,
presentation skills, discussion skills and writing. There are also many assignments
related to the media and current events so you can learn about Canada and the global
world too! Because of PMM, I improved my English, gained confidence and improved
my presentation skills. Thank you PMM!
— EunYoung, Korea.
Levelofskilllearned
Grammar
ADDITIONAL SKILLS LEARNED
Teamwork
Fluency/accuracy
Time management
Personal impact/confidence
Multi-media
FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES
Public speakers
Managers
Teachers
“Your success is
KGIC’s success.”
www.kgic.ca
PMM—The place to be for REAL English
speaking skills!
Skills that this course offers
Updated: June 19, 2014

2. BE MODULES
1. Building a Career & Writing Goals
2. Using Technology to Communicate (Speaking & Writing in
The Age of Technology)
3. Culture & Manners in Corporate Communication
4. Language for: Business Travel, OR Marketing, OR Finance
5. The Creative Language of Advertising,
6. Entrepreneurship: Communication for Self-Employment
7. English for International Markets/Free Trade
8. Understanding Fair Trade/Business Ethics
KGIC ADVANTAGES
Learn the English vocabulary needed to describe basic business concepts and procedures
Become a more effective communicator within a professional environment
Learn how to negotiate, conduct meetings and communicate in a clear and assertive way
in an English speaking environment
Learn the English required to discuss current and important topics in business
Participate in field trips and listen to guest speakers with opportunities to engage in
business talk
PROGRAM LENGTH
4-week Certificate program
8, 12-week Diploma program
26.5-hours per week, Monday to Friday
Optional 4 weeks of practicum: 100+ hours
In class: 0.93 months—4 weeks—106 hours
1.86 months—8 weeks—212 hours
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Students must have; either TOEFL CBT133/IBT45-46, TOEIC 550, IELTS 4.5, completed level
3 at KGIC, any recognized international English language equivalency test score, or a pass on
our entrance exam. No interview required.
EXIT REQUIREMENTS
70% average upon successful completion of all modules.
4-WEEK OPTIONAL PRACTICUM LEADING TO:
Business English Diploma with 4-week Practicum
YOUR GOAL
This class will help you excel in everyday business communication.
BE
BUSINESS ENGLISH
Low
High
Levelofskilllearned
Grammar Listening Writing Vocabulary Speaking Leadership Presentation CreativityCritical
Thinking
Pronunciation
FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES
Administrator
Manager
Teacher
ADDITIONAL SKILLS LEARNED
Read, write and discuss business topics
Fine-tune communication skills
Presentation and meeting preparation
Use internet and computer applications
to communicate your message
In Business English we can learn about grammar and related vocabulary but also about
different national and cultural approaches in business communication, humour, and non-
verbal communication. This class is very helpful for students who want to learn something
new for their future. It helps us gain self-awareness.
– Shiori, Japan
“Your success is
KGIC’s success.”
www.kgic.ca
Available at KGIC Victoria, Vancouver, Toronto
Skills that this course offers
Students taking a practicum are required to have a work permit.
Please visit www.cic.gc.ca for further information
Updated: July 23, 2014

3. EPE MODULES
Module 1
Module 2
Module 3
KGIC ADVANTAGES
The official Pathway Program at KGIC. No official test score needed to gain entry to
selected colleges and universities affiliated with KGIC.
Intensive reading and writing practice including paraphrasing, summarizing and researching.
Academic preparation covering all areas: reading, writing, speaking, vocabulary, study
skills and note taking.
Small class size for optimum academic benefit.
Wide variety of post-secondary-level curriculum topics covered in
each module.
Monthly tests and academic counseling to evaluate student progress.
PROGRAM LENGTH
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Students must have either TOEFL: CBT 173/ iBT 61 or TOEIC: 650 or IELTS: 5.5 overall (with
writing 5.5) or completed level 4 at KGIC or any recognized international English language
equivalency test score, or a pass on our entrance exam. Interview and essay required.
EXIT REQUIREMENTS
Program exit level is KGIC Exit Test score of 65 and 80% in course work.
If a student fails to meet this requirement, they can retake the next available module.
4, 8, 12-week Certificate program. Students must complete
12-weeks to enter affiliated colleges or universities.
26.5-hours per week, Monday to Friday
In Class: 0.93 months - 4 weeks - 106 hours
1.86 months - 8 weeks - 212 hours
2.79 months - 12 weeks - 318 hours
Multi-Meaning Words / Academic
Vocabulary
Education / Science Essays
Summarizing Skills
Internet anonymity
Note-Taking in Lectures
Academic Vocabulary / Word Families
Child Development / Globalization Essays
Noun and Article Grammar
Business Case Study
Speaking and Seminars
Word Grammar / Academic Vocabulary
Cultural Studies / Climate Change Essays
Essay development
Nutrition Study
Developing and Supporting Arguments
“EPE has helped me to develop my creative writing and range of vocabulary; I’ve
learned new and better ways to express my thoughts.
—Oscar Adrian Ortega Moreno, Mexico
YOUR GOAL
You wish to continue to study for a diploma or university degree at a public or private
post-secondary institution.
EPE
ENGLISH FOR POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION
Low
High
Levelofskilllearned
Grammar Listening Writing Vocabulary Speaking Leadership Presentation CreativityCritical
Thinking
Pronunciation
ADDITIONAL SKILLS LEARNED
Research methods
Essay formatting
Academic study skills
Time management/multi-tasking
Analytical reading skills
FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES
Acceptance into a KGIC partner
college or university without a
TOEFL/ IELTS score
“Your success is
KGIC’s success.”
www.kgic.ca Available at KGIC Victoria, Vancouver, Toronto, Halifax
Skills that this course offers
Updated: June 19, 2014

4. KGIC ADVANTAGES
Training in university-specific skills such as research methods, academic writing, critical
thinking skills, and note-taking for academic purposes.
Practice in academic writing, listening, vocabulary, and reading
Small classes for more individual attention in communication, reading comprehension,
and listening skills
Access to experienced and helpful teachers, informative pathway advisors, and knowledgeable
academic counselors
Monthly school tours and information sessions with a variety of universities and colleges
High level training and preparation for EPE
No TOEFL/IELTS entrance exams upon completion of EPE to specific pathway partner
schools
PROGRAM LENGTH
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Students must have either TOEFL: CBT 133 / iBT 45/46 or TOEIC: 550 or IELTS: 4.5 overall (with
writing 4.5) or completed Level 3 at KGIC or any recognized international English language
equivalency test score or a pass on our entrance exam. Interview and essay required.
EXIT REQUIREMENTS
Program exit level is KGIC Proficiency Test score of 65 and an overall of 80% on the entire
program. If a student fails to meet these requirements, they can take an additional month ad
re-write the exit test.
4, 8, or 12-week Certificate program.
26.5-hours per week, Monday to Friday
In Class: 0.93 months - 4 weeks - 106 hours
1.86 months - 8 weeks - 212 hours
2.79 months - 12 weeks - 318 hours
Available at KGIC Victoria, Vancouver, Toronto, Halifax
Academic Vocabulary/Conjunctions
Summarizing skills
Paragraph writing
Essay writing
Note-taking skills
Academic Vocabulary/Transitions
Identifying Main ideas, support, examples
Essay styles
Research methods
Plagiarism
Academic Vocabulary/Transitions
Essay outlines
Research papers
Computer skills
Academic writing
When I started the program I thought it was difficult, but it was helpful to improve
my writing skills, and other skills such as researching, summarizing and reading. My
suggestion to ESL students is: try IEPE to find your way to be a univeristy student.
—Weaam, Saudi Arabia
YOUR GOAL
You wish to continue to study for a diploma or university degree at a public or private
post-secondary institution.
IEPE
INTERMEDIATE ENGLISH FOR POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION
Low
High
Levelofskilllearned
Grammar Listening Writing Vocabulary Speaking Leadership PresentationCritical
Thinking
Pronunciation
ADDITIONAL SKILLS LEARNED
Research methods
Essay formatting
Academic study skills
Time management/multi-tasking
Analytical reading skills
FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES
Acceptance into a KGIC partner
college or university without a
TOEFL/ IELTS score
Creativity
“Your success is
KGIC’s success.”
www.kgic.ca
Skills that this course offers
Updated: June 19, 2014

5. IELTS MODULES
Week 1-2: Sports/Food/Healthy Living/Biology: The Human Body
Week 3-4: Meteorology/Climate/Psychology: Human Thinking
and Behaviour
Week 5: Travelling/Celebrations
Week 6: Biology: Animals
Week 7: Geography/Geology/Earthquakes and Volcanoes
Week 8: Cultures/Anthropology
Week 9: Going Out: Movies/Music/Clubs
Week 10: Biology: Plants
Week 11: History/Ancient Ruins
Week 12: Business/Money
KGIC ADVANTAGES
Full time intensive preparation for IELTS test leading to better results
Immediate feedback and error correction
University counseling for students interested in attending a North American university
Flexible option of taking a 4, 8 or 12 week program
Intermediate and Advanced level IELTS classes available in Toronto and Vancouver
Weekly speaking test practice
The Academic Module helps students prep for college/university
The General Training Module is designed for prospective immigrants
PROGRAM LENGTH
4, 8, 12-week Certificate program
Certificate of Completion for each 4-week period
26.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
In Class: In Class: 0.93 months—4 weeks—106 hours
1.86 months—8 weeks—212 hours
2.79 months—12 weeks—318 hours
Available at KGIC Victoria, Vancouver, Toronto, Halifax
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Students must have; either TOEFL CBT123/IBT40, TOEIC 470, completed level 2 at KGIC, any
recognized international English language equivalency test score, or a pass on our entrance
exam. No interview required.
EXIT REQUIREMENTS
Students must attend at least 80% of the total number of classes in order to get a certificate
for the whole period of enrollment.
I improved my skills during KGIC’s IELTS program. Before I came to this program, my
skills were quite low. Since I joined the super teacher at KGIC IELTS program, I got a
good score in the official test, so I thank you for the things you have taught me­
—Saoud, Saudi Arabia
YOUR GOAL
To achieve a desired score on the IELTS exam for the purpose of further study in a post-
secondary institution.
IELTS
INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE TESTING SYSTEM
Low
High
Levelofskilllearned
Grammar Listening Writing Vocabulary Speaking Leadership Presentation CreativityCritical
Thinking
Pronunciation
ADDITIONAL SKILLS LEARNED
Self-confidence
Time management
Scanning and summarizing information
Fluency and accuracy
Easy structure
FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES
Accepted in some countries as
proof of english proficiency
Acceptance into an english-speaking
college or university
“Your success is
KGIC’s success.”
www.kgic.ca
Skills that this course offers
Updated: June 19, 2014

6. FCE MODULES
Society: Changing Gender Roles
Hobbies, Habits and Compulsions
Talent: Nature Versus Nurture
First Impressions: Physical Appearance
Foreign Travel and Cultures
The Human Brain: Maximizing Performance
Holidays and Leisure
Modern Media
Our Natural Environment
Inventions and Inventors
Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication
Social Issues: Crime and Poverty
KGIC ADVANTAGES
Intensive preparation for the Cambridge FCE focusing on building exam vocabulary and
exam-task techniques, and incorporating weekly progress testing
General language classes to build grammar, reading, writing, listening and speaking skills
Focus on real English used in everyday work, study and leisure situations
Daily exam task practice; all 5 exam skills tested every week
Experienced teachers skilled in teaching the Cambridge tests
PROGRAM LENGTH
4, 8, 12- week Certificate program
Certificate of Completion for each 4 weeks
26.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
In class: 0.93 months ­—4 weeks —106 hours
1.86 months—8 weeks—212 hours
2.79 months—12 weeks—318 hours
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Students must have; either TOEFL CBT173/IBT61, TOEIC 650, IELTS 5.5, completed level 4 at
KGIC, any recognized international English language equivalency test score, or a pass on our
entrance exam. No interview required
EXIT REQUIREMENTS
70% average upon successful completion of all modules
YOUR GOAL
Enhance academic performance and improve performance on entrance exams
FCE
CAMBRIDGE FIRST CERTIFICATE OF ENGLISH
Skills that this course offers
Low
High
Levelofskilllearned
Grammar Listening Writing Vocabulary Speaking Leadership Presentation CreativityCritical
Thinking
Pronunciation
FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES
Accepted in some countries as
proof of English proficiency
ADDITIONAL SKILLS LEARNED
British English
Email/letter writing
Report writing
Test-taking skills
Conversation cues
“Your success is
KGIC’s success.”
www.kgic.ca
Available at KGIC Vancouver
Updated: June 19, 2014

7. TOEFL MODULES
Fashion and Traditions
Geology
Climate and Weather (Meteorology)
Astronomy
Controversial Social Issues
Zoology
The Environment
Alternative Power Sources
KGIC ADVANTAGES
Oral practice for speaking component on TOEFL iBt
Weekly computerized practice activities & 2 full practice tests every month
Immediate feedback and error correction
One on one after school counselling
University placement counselling for students interested in attending university in North
America
Enhance academic performance
Accepted in some countries as proof of fluency in English
PROGRAM LENGTH
4, 8-week Certificate program
Certificate of Completion for each 4 weeks
26.5- hours per week, Monday to Friday
In class 0.93 months—4 weeks—106 hours
1.86 months—8 weeks —212 hours
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Students must have; either TOEFL CBT133/IBT45-46, TOEIC 550, IELTS 4.5, completed level
3 at KGIC, any recognized international English language equivalency test score, or a pass on
our entrance exam. No interview required.
EXIT REQUIREMENTS
Attendance of 80% or higher and successful completion of 70% of course assignments.
YOUR GOAL
Successful entrance to College, University or MBA in an English speaking country.
TOEFL
TEST OF ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Skills that this course offers
Low
High
Levelofskilllearned
Grammar Listening Writing Vocabulary Speaking Leadership Presentation CreativityCritical
Thinking
Pronunciation
FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES
I loved the TOEFL course! I practiced my reading, listening, speaking, and
writing skills. I learned a lot of useful vocabulary and now I can understand
English articles easily.
—Michelle, Taiwan
ADDITIONAL SKILLS LEARNED
Writing academic essays and reports
Comparing information
Building a wider vocabulary
Expressing opinions
Summarizing information
Accepted in some countries as proof of
English proficiency, acceptance into an
English-speaking college or university
“Your success is
KGIC’s success.”
KGIC is an Official ETS Authorized Testing Center
Available at KGIC Vancouver
www.kgic.ca
Updated: June 19, 2014