Professional Business English Course

Course Description

The Professional Business English Course provides specialized instruction in workplace communication competencies essential for professional contexts. This program addresses business correspondence, meeting participation, presentation skills, negotiation language, and industry-specific vocabulary through authentic workplace scenarios aligned with CEFR standards from B1 (intermediate) through C1 (advanced) proficiency levels.

Designed for working professionals and career-focused learners, the curriculum emphasizes practical communication skills applicable to diverse business environments. Each module integrates authentic business materials, workplace communication tasks, and professional interaction patterns following established business English pedagogy.

Learning Objectives

Upon completing this course, learners will be able to:

• Compose professional business correspondence including emails, reports, and proposals
• Participate effectively in meetings, including presenting ideas and responding to questions
• Deliver structured business presentations with appropriate language and organization
• Engage in business negotiations and discussions with professional register
• Comprehend business documents, reports, and industry publications
• Use business-specific vocabulary and collocations accurately in context
• Adapt communication style for different business audiences and purposes
• Handle business telephone and video conference interactions professionally

Career Disclaimer: This course develops English communication skills for workplace contexts. It does not guarantee employment, promotion, salary increases, or specific career outcomes. Professional advancement depends on numerous factors beyond language proficiency, including industry experience, technical skills, professional networks, and individual performance.

Curriculum Structure

The course consists of 10 comprehensive modules, each requiring approximately 10 hours of study time. Modules progress from fundamental business communication skills to advanced professional discourse strategies.

Module 1: Professional Email Communication

CEFR Level: B1

• Content Focus: Email structure, professional tone, common business email types
• Language Skills: Formal greetings/closings, polite requests, clear subject lines
• Business Contexts: Inquiries, confirmations, scheduling, information requests
• Practical Outputs: Writing various email types for authentic workplace scenarios

Module 2: Business Correspondence and Documentation

CEFR Level: B1+

• Content Focus: Business letters, memos, meeting minutes, brief reports
• Language Skills: Formal business register, organizational patterns, clarity
• Business Contexts: Internal communications, documentation, record-keeping
• Practical Outputs: Creating standard business documents with appropriate format

Module 3: Meeting Participation and Discussion

CEFR Level: B1+

• Content Focus: Meeting language, turn-taking, expressing opinions professionally
• Language Skills: Agreeing/disagreeing politely, clarifying, summarizing points
• Business Contexts: Team meetings, department discussions, project updates
• Practical Outputs: Participating in simulated business meetings effectively

Module 4: Business Presentations - Fundamentals

CEFR Level: B2

• Content Focus: Presentation structure, signposting language, visual support
• Language Skills: Introduction techniques, transitions, conclusion strategies
• Business Contexts: Product presentations, project updates, team briefings
• Practical Outputs: Delivering structured 5-10 minute presentations

Module 5: Business Presentations - Advanced Techniques

CEFR Level: B2+

• Content Focus: Persuasive presentations, Q&A handling, audience engagement
• Language Skills: Rhetorical devices, emphasizing key points, managing questions
• Business Contexts: Sales presentations, stakeholder briefings, conference talks
• Practical Outputs: Delivering polished presentations with Q&A sessions

Module 6: Telephone and Video Conference Communication

CEFR Level: B2

• Content Focus: Phone etiquette, video meeting protocols, remote communication
• Language Skills: Clear articulation, dealing with connection issues, professional openings/closings
• Business Contexts: Client calls, international meetings, remote collaboration
• Practical Outputs: Conducting professional phone and video interactions

Module 7: Negotiation and Persuasion

CEFR Level: B2+

• Content Focus: Negotiation strategies, persuasive language, compromise expressions
• Language Skills: Making proposals, counter-proposals, reaching agreement
• Business Contexts: Contract discussions, vendor negotiations, internal agreements
• Practical Outputs: Participating in negotiation role-plays and scenarios

Module 8: Business Writing - Reports and Proposals

CEFR Level: C1

• Content Focus: Report structure, executive summaries, persuasive proposals
• Language Skills: Data presentation, analysis language, recommendation writing
• Business Contexts: Progress reports, project proposals, business cases
• Practical Outputs: Writing comprehensive business reports and proposals

Module 9: Cross-Cultural Business Communication

CEFR Level: C1

• Content Focus: Cultural awareness, communication style adaptation, global business etiquette
• Language Skills: Diplomatic language, cultural sensitivity, avoiding misunderstanding
• Business Contexts: International teams, global clients, multicultural environments
• Practical Outputs: Adapting communication for diverse business contexts

Module 10: Executive Communication and Leadership Language

CEFR Level: C1

• Content Focus: Strategic communication, leadership discourse, executive presence
• Language Skills: Vision articulation, motivational language, complex idea expression
• Business Contexts: Leadership roles, senior management, strategic planning
• Practical Outputs: Communicating with executive-level sophistication

Who This Course Is For

This course is designed for:

• Working professionals needing English for their careers
• Intermediate English speakers (B1+) seeking workplace communication skills
• Job seekers preparing for English-speaking work environments
• Professionals working with international colleagues or clients
• Managers and team leaders requiring professional English competence
• Business students preparing for corporate careers

This course may NOT be suitable for:

• Beginners or elementary English learners (complete general English first)
• Learners seeking general conversational English rather than business focus
• Those expecting guaranteed job placement or career advancement
• Students requiring industry-specific technical English beyond general business
• Learners unable to commit to consistent practice of professional communication

Learning Expectations

Students completing this course with consistent effort typically achieve solid professional communication competence appropriate for diverse business contexts. This represents significant development in workplace English skills but should be understood as one component of professional competence alongside technical expertise and industry knowledge.

Reaching advanced professional communication levels (C1) generally requires 8-12 months of focused study combined with practical workplace application. Progress rates vary based on prior English proficiency, opportunities for workplace English use, and study consistency.

Practical Application Focus

Unlike general English courses, this program emphasizes immediate workplace applicability. Each module includes authentic business materials, realistic scenarios, and practical tasks reflecting actual workplace communication demands. Students practice writing real business documents, participating in simulated business interactions, and developing professional communication strategies.

Course Materials and Resources

The course includes:

• 10 comprehensive module guides with detailed instruction
• Authentic business document examples and templates
• Practice exercises for each business communication type
• Business vocabulary lists organized by context
• Self-assessment tools and progress tracking materials
• Sample business scenarios and role-play activities
• Reference guides for professional English conventions

Enrollment Information

The Professional Business English Course is included in our Complete English Learning Bundle for $59 (one-time payment, one year access). This bundle also includes the Comprehensive General English Course and all supplementary materials.

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