NC State University’s Global Training Initiative (GTI) offers a specialized online English language program designed specifically for professionals in Argentina’s energy and mining industries.

The program is supported by the U.S. Embassy in Buenos Aires.

As Argentina and the United States expand economic cooperation in energy innovation and critical minerals, this practical program equips participants with the targeted vocabulary, cross-cultural communication tools, and technical fluency needed to navigate international projects and drive real-world results.

Program Overview

• Cost: $0 (No cost to accepted participants; sponsored by the U.S. Department of State)
• Format: 100% online, interactive live sessions and self-paced coursework
• Target Audience: Argentine nationals working in the energy, mining, or critical minerals sectors
• Host Institution: Global Training Initiative at NC State University (Raleigh, North Carolina, USA)

What You Will Gain

• Industry-Specific Fluency: Master specialized technical language tailored to energy production, mineral extraction, sustainability, and environmental management.
• Global Executive Skills: Build confidence facilitating technical briefings, negotiating cross-border agreements, and writing professional reports.
• Applied Learning: Put lessons into practice immediately through real-world case studies and practical scenarios.
• International Network: Connect with industry peers across Argentina and global subject-matter experts at NC State.

Eligibility Requirements

• Citizen of Argentina
• Employed in the energy, mining, or critical minerals fields
• Intermediate English proficiency (ability to participate in technical discussions)
• Reliable internet connection and dedicated computer access

English Language Assessment

This program is designed for participants who have a B-1 or B-2 level of English. If you do not meet this level (e.g., you have below a B level on the CEFR scale), this program will prove to be too difficult and frustrating – especially since all participants are expected to comprehend the lectures and engage in discussion during class. Please upload your latest English Assessment report if you have taken a test within the last three years.

Minimum scores should be:

• CEFR: B-1 or B-2
• iBT: 46 or above
• IELTS: 4.5 or above
• Duolingo: 70 or above
• If you do not have a recent English assessment report that you can upload, please take a free 90 minute assessment on the EFSET website – they will forward your score automatically to us when you complete the test, you do not need to upload the score now or later.
  • To take the test on the EFSET website. You will need about 90 minutes and make sure your microphone and speakers are working properly.