Practical English for Work

Telephoning

For many non-native English speakers, using the phone presents unique difficulties and challenges and can be a frightening experience. As a result, many workers try to avoid telephoning in English.  With practice, confidence develops and so does efficient performance.

Ideal for: People who need to speak English on the telephone and who want fast results.

E-mailing

E-mails are probably the most common type of written communications in today’s world. But e-mails are often written poorly, both in language and structure.

Writing an e-mail for work is very different from sending a message to a friend and using the correct language and structure is essential for successful communication.

Ideal for: People who need to write effective emails in English and who want fast results.

Meetings

Many people are reluctant to lead or contribute in meetings because they lack confidence in their English language abilities. This means that valuable opportunities are missed. By understanding the importance of preparation, and how to express yourself effectively, confidence develops and so does efficient performance.

Ideal for: People who need to attend meetings that will be conducted in English and who want fast results.

Pronunciation

Many business professionals speak good English but poor pronunciation prevents clear communication. This can have a serious effect on business dealings and customer relations, both face-to-face and on the phone.

Ideal for: People who need to pronounce English correctly and who want fast results.

CV Writing & Job Interview Skills

HR managers see badly written and poorly presented CVs every day and reject them immediately. If you have found your dream job, you need to make sure your CV and interview techniques give you the best possible chance of getting it.

Ideal for::  People who want to be successful in applying for work in an international company.

Presentations

Giving a successful presentation in English requires more than just language skills.  Through discussion, planning and then presentation, you will learn the key factors and techniques for giving an effective and successful presentation. 

Ideal for: People who need to make presentations in English and who want fast results.

Professional Writing

Working in an international company in a globalised world demands clear and precise communication in order to avoid possible misunderstandings. Correct use of the different types of written business communications is essential for anyone working in a professional environment.

Ideal for: People who need to write professional documents in English and who want fast results.

Negotiating

Effective negotiation language and skills are essential in reaching a win-win outcome. By understanding the language and tactics of negotiation, including the importance of defining objectives pre-negotiation, this course will present you with the language and techniques for negotiating success.

Ideal for: People who need to negotiate successfully in English and who want fast results.

Report Writing

This course will introduce you to the essentials of report writing, including format, structure, how to present facts and opinion and tailor the report to your audience.

Ideal for: People who need to write clear and precise reports in English and who want fast results.

Business Communication & Socialising

Communicating effectively in professional environments is essential for business success. This course introduces you to the many different styles of business communication, both written and spoken, and helps you understand both cultural and language differences.

Ideal for: People who need to communicate in English in a formal or informal professional environment and who want fast results.