This Business English tutoring course is designed to help adult learners improve their English language skills within a professional context. Participants will focus on developing their communication skills, vocabulary, and cultural understanding necessary for success in the business world. Through practical exercises, role-plays, and industry-specific materials, learners will enhance their ability to effectively communicate in English within various business situations.
Course Duration: 12 weeks (48 sessions)
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will:
1. Communicate confidently and effectively in English within a business setting.
2. Expand business-related vocabulary and improve language accuracy.
3. Develop listening skills to understand business conversations and presentations.
4. Enhance reading comprehension skills for business-related texts.
5. Write accurately and coherently for business correspondence.
Course Outline:
Week 1: Introduction to Business English
- Introduction to course objectives, expectations, and methodology
- Assessment of participants' current language proficiency and individual learning goals
- Overview of key business English skills and areas of focus
Week 2: Business Communication Skills
- Developing effective oral communication skills for business settings
- Role-plays and discussions related to common business scenarios
- Enhancing fluency, clarity, and confidence in expressing ideas and opinions
Week 3: Business Vocabulary Expansion
- Expanding business-related vocabulary and terminology
- Exercises and activities to reinforce and practice key business terms
- Incorporating industry-specific jargon into oral and written communication
Week 4: Business Writing Skills
- Improving writing skills for business correspondence
- Practice exercises for emails, reports, memos, and other business documents
- Enhancing clarity, coherence, and professional tone in written communication
Week 5: Listening and Comprehension in Business Contexts
- Developing listening skills to understand business conversations, presentations, and meetings
- Authentic listening materials related to various business topics
- Strategies for note-taking, understanding accents, and extracting key information
Week 6: Reading and Comprehension for Business
- Developing reading skills for business-related texts
- Strategies for skimming, scanning, and understanding complex business documents
- Identifying main ideas, supporting details, and summarising key information
Week 7: Business Presentation Skills
- Developing effective presentation skills for business contexts
- Techniques for organising content, engaging the audience, and delivering impactful presentations
- Practice sessions with feedback and guidance
Week 8: Business Negotiation Skills
- Enhancing negotiation skills for business interactions
- Role-plays and practical exercises for successful negotiations
- Polishing language and strategies for effective business communication
Week 9: Business Etiquette and Cultural Understanding
- Understanding business etiquette and cultural nuances in professional settings
- Developing intercultural communication skills for international business contexts
- Practicing effective communication in diverse and multicultural environments
Week 10: Business Networking and Socialising
- Developing language skills for networking and socialising in business contexts
- Role-plays and exercises for effective communication at conferences, events, etc.
- Polishing conversational skills, small talk, and building professional relationships
Week 11: Business Grammar and Language Accuracy
- Reviewing and reinforcing essential grammar rules and structures in a business context
- Identification and correction of common errors in business writing and speaking
- Exercises and activities to improve language accuracy
Week 12: Review and Final Evaluation
- Reviewing course content and addressing individual needs
- Comprehensive review exercises for all language skills in a business context
- Final evaluation and feedback session
Note: This syllabus serves as a guideline and can be customised based on the specific needs, interests, and proficiency levels of the participants. The course may also include guest speakers or industry-specific case studies to provide further immersion and practical application of language skills.