ESOL: English for Business (modular)

Description

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.