Business English Course
Eden Language Academy offers a Business English Course. Please click on the enquiry button below if you are interested in doing a course with us.
Course Details
In-person or Online Course
Our courses can be offered online (via a video conferencing platform such as Zoom) by our highly qualified and experienced teachers.
Alternatively, for a more immersive learning experience, students can travel to South Africa to attend an in-person course in an English speaking environment.
Course Duration
The total course duration is 130 hours and stretches over a period of 4 weeks.
Course Fees
Course fee:
For a group of 16 students: 1645 USD per person
For a group of 10 students: 2630 USD per person
Accommodation costs:
Week 1 – 3: 1050 USD per person (twin sharing & self-catering)
Week 4: students must book their own accommodation for 5 days
Course Material
The following study material is included in the course fee:
- Student Guide
- Comprehensive Slide Deck
- Activities
- Personal Progress Notebook
Business English
Business English refers to the type of English that is used by people to do business. It focuses on the vocabulary and topics used throughout the corporate world and the communication skills required in the workplace. English is the business language of the world and has served as a bridge of communication in the rise of globalisation. The ability to express oneself fluently and professionally in English is therefore essential for business success in international markets.
Eden Language Academy’s Business English Course is designed to equip students with the necessary written and verbal communication skills needed in the English business world. This course will teach students the core grammatical structures, pronunciation, and business vocabulary and phrases to express themselves in English with greater fluency, accuracy, and confidence. This course takes an industry-specific approach which allows professionals to learn the specialised terminology associated with their particular field or area of activity.
Business English Course Outline
Week 1 – 3:
- Business Writing Skills (Style & Register, Structure & Presentation, Business Correspondence, Proposals, & Report Writing)
- Phone Etiquette
- Presentation Skills
- Meetings & Work Styles
- Sales, Marketing & Advertising
- Business Strategy
- Social Business Talk
- The Role of Business English in Time Management & Scheduling
Week 4:
- Master the Foundation of Good Communication
- Understanding the Essentials of Verbal, Non-Verbal, Visual and Written Communication
- Foundation in Critical Thinking
- Professional Workplace Skills
- Entrepreneurial Skills