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The Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business is designed to offer a grounding in all that is required to launch your own business, whether your plans are for a one-person microbusiness or the first steps into something much bigger. Our experienced, entrepreneurial trainers will support you in developing the knowledge base and skill set to analyse and evaluate information to address a wide range of planning and operational challenges.  This is a course with a focus on modern-day approaches to marketing, and with a strong emphasis on the legal and financial requirements for a start up business.

Explore business concepts and apply your English skills to team projects and case studies in three main business subjects.Learn from experienced teachers, local business leaders and new entrepreneurs as they share their experience and insight of the business world. The Professional Certificates are for students with an upper-intermediate level of English who want to to learn business skills in an American setting, build professional networks and gain a Certificate to enhance their professional resume.BENEFITSDevelop your English communication skills in authentic business situationsSpeak with American business people in their companies or during company visits to your schoolLearn from experienced business teachersPractice team-work and presentation skills necessary to succeed in any businessNetwork and make international contactsAdd projects to your resume and personal on-line profiles to boost your career.*Stafford House is accredited by ACCET and part of the Cambridge Education GroupFOCUSLearning current management practices within an application environment. Students will draw upon prior learning and working experience and become familiar with success strategies for managing not just a business, but also people.WHAT YOU WILL LEARNThe role of management and leadership within an organization.How to develop your own leadership.How to develop professional relationshipsHOW YOU WILL LEARNStudents will learn a comprehensive overview of Business Management by classroom work, case studies, and a team project.CASE STUDIESTrader Joe’s; HP; Dyson; Microsoft; State Farm Bank; Ethics in Action; Starbucks; GE; and more

An Executive English Course will help you understand the world of business and get the language skills needed in a globalized market. You will explore different aspects of business communication and understand key areas of modern business practices.

A Business English Course will help you understand the world of business and get the language skills needed in a globalized market. You will explore different aspects of business communication and understand key areas of modern business practices.

Do you want to prepare for a special communicative situation or do you need special vocabulary because you got to visit a conference or a trade fair? Do you want to give a presentation in German or did you notice that you generally have problems finding the right expressions? Don’t worry… with both our special courses Business German and Business German Plus you’ll freshen up your knowledge of German in a very short time – no matter in which context you need to use our language. Because a characteristic of both business courses is the focusing on teaching basic language structures as well as the practically, goal oriented training of the subject matter you have defined.The business German courses are designed as individual instruction and are focusing directly on improving, refreshing and the acquisition of specialized and professionally oriented subjects. You are an engineer and would like to present yourself successfully on international conferences? We are going to prepare you for this task and can guarantee you quick results! You will have the choice between 4 and 12 lessons per day and you also have the choice – in case you want to take a maximum of progress at a minimum of time – taking these lessons as a compact course covering one week and 2 full weekends. If you decide for 12 lessons of German instruction per day you can even expect one of your teachers keeping you company at lunch!

Do you want to prepare for a special communicative situation or do you need special vocabulary because you got to visit a conference or a trade fair? Do you want to give a presentation in German or did you notice that you generally have problems finding the right expressions? Don’t worry… with both our special courses Business German and Business German Plus you’ll freshen up your knowledge of German in a very short time – no matter in which context you need to use our language. Because a characteristic of both business courses is the focusing on teaching basic language structures as well as the practically, goal oriented training of the subject matter you have defined.The business German courses are designed as individual instruction and are focusing directly on improving, refreshing and the acquisition of specialized and professionally oriented subjects. You are an engineer and would like to present yourself successfully on international conferences? We are going to prepare you for this task and can guarantee you quick results! You will have the choice between 4 and 12 lessons per day and you also have the choice – in case you want to take a maximum of progress at a minimum of time – taking these lessons as a compact course covering one week and 2 full weekends. If you decide for 12 lessons of German instruction per day you can even expect one of your teachers keeping you company at lunch!

A Business English Course will help you understand the world of business and get the language skills needed in a globalized market. You will explore different aspects of business communication and understand key areas of modern business practices.

Our Business Supplementary courses are designed to build your English language skills to communicate effectively in business contexts, improving your employability and job prospects in your home country. This course combines improving your general English ability with taking focused lessons on business skills. Practice workplace communication techniques in English, learn how to participate in meetings and interviews, and acquire business writing skills. You can combine English courses with specialized business lessons of your choice, or with our Practical Business Intensive service in the U. S.

The exam preparation courses are designed to help you achieve the result needed in your chosen language exam. These official language exams are used as a proof of language proficiency for immigration purposes, university admissions, or for employment. In this course you will learn and develop test-taking strategies and skills.

The Diploma of Business is facilitated by expert teaching staff who have a high degree of industry connection and are able to guide you through your studies with real-world skills. You will develop specialised knowledge which includes communicating with influence, project work, workforce planning management, and risk assessment. Whether you are already working in a business field, or whether you’d like to improve your theoretical knowledge for your career or further study, this course will help develop your abilities and provide you with the skills to expand potential professional and educational pathways. This course is a valuable stand-alone qualification that is greatly valued by employers. Alternatively, it provides a stepping stone into the Advanced Diploma of Business and further tertiary level study.