Not Just Passing the JLPT, but Japanese for Interviews
It's not just about passing the exam. Let's prepare for the interviews that follow.
About this course
Studying for the JLPT often leans towards memorizing grammar and vocabulary, but what many learners are actually aiming for is not just 'passing' but the opportunities for further education or employment that come afterward. In this course, we will cover grammar and vocabulary at the JLPT N3 to N2 levels while also practicing how to answer commonly asked interview questions, as well as how to convey self-promotion and motivation for applying. This course is designed for those who may not have the time to study for the exam and interview preparation separately, allowing you to efficiently develop both skills.
What you'll be able to do after this course
① Correctly use frequently occurring grammar and vocabulary at the JLPT N3 to N2 levels. ② Concisely introduce yourself and present your self-promotion in about 1 to 2 minutes. ③ Explain your motivation for applying with specific reasons. ④ Answer common interview questions (such as strengths and weaknesses, future goals) in your own words. ⑤ Appropriately differentiate between honorifics (respectful and humble language) in interview situations. ⑥ Ask relevant questions in response to reverse questions (e.g., 'Do you have any questions?'). ⑦ Practice speaking calmly, slowly, and clearly even in tense situations. Through these activities, we aim to transform your JLPT grammar knowledge into 'usable Japanese' so that you can speak confidently in the practical setting of an interview.
Recommended for
This course is designed for learners aiming to advance to Japanese schools or seeking employment or career changes in Japanese companies. It is suitable for those with a Japanese proficiency level equivalent to JLPT N3 to N2, who have made some progress in grammar studies but struggle with the issue of being able to pass exams yet not being able to speak effectively. It is particularly beneficial for those who have interviews for further education or employment in the next few months to half a year.
Syllabus (10 lessons)
Orientation - Confirming Goals and Current Status
You can organize whether you aim for further education or employment. You can share your current grammar level and weaknesses with the instructor.
Basics of Self-Introduction and Self-PR
You can briefly talk about your self-introduction and self-PR in about 1 to 2 minutes.
How to Convey Your Motivation
You can explain your motivation with specific reasons.
Talking About Strengths and Weaknesses
You can answer about your strengths and weaknesses in your own words with specific examples.
Future Goals and Career Vision
You can explain your future goals and career vision in detail.
Review of Honorifics and Their Usage in Interviews
You can appropriately differentiate between respectful and humble language in interview situations.
Responding to Reverse Questions
You can ask precise and impressive questions in response to 'Do you have any questions?'
Practical Use of Common JLPT Grammar and Vocabulary
You can correctly use common JLPT N3 to N2 grammar and vocabulary in a form suitable for interviews.
Mock Interview ① (Focus on Feedback)
You can present the answers you have prepared so far in an actual interview format. You can identify areas for improvement.
Mock Interview ② Final Review and Reflection
Based on the feedback from the previous session, you can approach the mock interview with more confidence. You can reflect on the entire course and prepare for the actual interview.