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BUSINESS ENGLISH

This course is designed to equip you with the language skills and confidence needed to excel in the global business environment. You'll enhance your professional communication, expand your business vocabulary, and develop essential writing and speaking skills through real-life scenarios, role-plays, and personalized feedback. Our comprehensive curriculum covers effective email writing, business presentations, negotiations, and cross-cultural communication, all taught by experienced instructors who believe in the power of practical language acquisition. Elevate your business English skills with O Canada English and open doors to new opportunities in the international business world—sign up today and take the first step towards mastering Business English!

All relevant course material and resources will be provided digitally upon enrollment

Language Skills Development

  • Speaking: Role-plays, presentations, negotiations, and meetings.

  • Listening: Understanding business conversations, presentations, and meetings.

  • Reading: Analyzing business documents, reports, emails, and articles.

  • Writing: Crafting emails, reports, proposals, and business correspondence.

Business Writing Skills

  • Emails: Formal vs. informal language, clarity, and conciseness.

  • Reports: Structure, data presentation, and conclusions.

  • Proposals: Persuasive language and clear structuring.

  • CVs and Cover Letters: Tailoring to job descriptions and highlighting relevant skills.

Business Vocabulary and Terminology

  • Industry-specific terms and jargon.

  • Common business expressions and idioms.

  • Phrases for various business functions (e.g., marketing, finance, HR).

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Cross-Cultural Communication

  • Understanding cultural differences in business practices.

  • Strategies for effective communication in a global business environment.

  • Awareness of etiquette and protocol in different cultures.

Functional Language Skills

  • Presentations: Structuring, delivering, and handling questions.

  • Meetings: Chairing, participating, and minute-taking.

  • Negotiations: Strategies, language for making and responding to offers, and closing deals.

  • Telephone Skills: Professional greetings, handling inquiries, and closing calls.

Professional Development

  • Networking Skills: Building and maintaining professional relationships.

  • Leadership and Management: Language for leading teams and managing projects.

  • Problem Solving: Language and strategies for addressing business challenges.

Case Studies and Real-life Scenarios

  • Analyzing real business situations to apply learned skills.

  • Simulations and role-plays to practice in a controlled environment.

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​Assessment and Feedback

  • Regular assessments to gauge progress.

  • Personalized feedback to address individual strengths and weaknesses.

Soft Skills Integration

  • Emotional Intelligence: Understanding and managing emotions in the workplace.

  • Time Management: Language and techniques for effective time management.

  • Conflict Resolution: Strategies and language for resolving disputes.

Industry-specific Modules

  • Tailoring content to specific industries such as finance, marketing, IT, etc.

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