Oakton Community College has announced its first business class taught entirely in Spanish, a language spoken by more than 410 million people as their native tongue.

Introduction to Business (BUS 101-050) covers topics related to business and economics in the United States and globally. It demonstrates the key components of a business plan, as well as the ethical, legal and social responsibilities of commerce.

The 12-week course meets from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays starting Sept. 28 at Oakton’s Des Plaines campus, 1600 E. Golf Road.

Dean of Social Sciences and Business Brad Wooten said this is the first time the college is offering a credit course in a career program in Spanish, the second most spoken language in the world and the United States.

“We recognize the demographic of Oakton’s district and are meeting the needs of our community’s high percentage of native Spanish speakers,” he said. “Students must be fluent in Spanish to enroll.”

Wooten added the new offering is in the hands of Associate Professor of Business Lisa Cherivtch, who spent the past semester teaching abroad in Seville, Spain. “Lisa is an outstanding and dynamic instructor,” said Wooten. “She brings real world experience to Oakton, and students will benefit from her knowledge.”

For details, call (847) 376-7123 or email lcherivt@oakton.edu.