English Courses

This program provides students with an in-depth background in supply chain management (SCM). Building upon the students’ general baccalaureate academic experience, the program begins with a solid foundation in communications and business. It then goes on to deliver introductory courses in the 3 main areas of SCM: procurement, operations, and logistics. Throughout the program, the emphasis is placed on the inter-connective nature of SCM, the use of analytics to inform decision-making, and on acquiring knowledge and skills identified through industry consultation. Highlights • Supply Chain is one of the fastest-growing industries in Canada; the anticipated number of new and vacant positions in supply chain labour in Canada will be an additional 65,000 positions per year • Completing the program will transform students into someone with high-demand skills • Full student support for co-op work placement and career development • Supply Chain Management professionals occupy a range of influential positions across companies - procurement, operations, logistics, transportation & trade, consulting, senior management, and more Co-Op The Co-op is an integral component of this program that will provide students with an opportunity to integrate academic studies with related employment experience. Students will experience real-world business practices and return to the classroom with new perspectives gained from their employment. Students will be able to perform multifaceted business functions in occupational areas such as purchasing, operations, logistics and customer and information services, financial support and project coordination.Program length 128 Weeks Academy Study:  56 weeks (total of 1,190 hours) Co-op: 48 weeks (total of 900 hours) Scheduled Breaks: 24 Weeks Program sequence 16 Weeks Academic Semester (part-time work permission) 08 Weeks Scheduled Break (full-time work permission) 16 Weeks Academic Semester (part-time work permission) 08 Weeks Scheduled Break (full-time work permission) 24 Weeks Academic Semester (part-time work permission) 08 Weeks Scheduled Break (full-time work permission) 48 Weeks Co-Op (full-time work permission) w/ 2 weeks Capstone English Admission RequirementVanWest English Placement Test: Level 8, orCompletion of EAP 400 course with a final grade of 75% or above, orIELTS 6.0, orCambridge English: Advanced score of Grade C, orCambridge English: Business Higher score of Grade C, orCompletion of two years of full-time study in a high school or post-secondary program in English in an English-speaking country with an average completion grade of C+ or higherAcademic Admission Requirement Bachelor’s DegreeCourse Details BUS101 Cross-Cultural CommunicationBUS107 Business CorrespondenceBUS130 Excel for Business AnalyticsBUS114 Introduction to AccountingBUS103 Marketing EssentialsBUS123 MacroeconomicsSCM140 Procurement & Supply ManagementSCM150 Operations & Process ManagementBUS109 Workplace PreparationSCM160 Logistics in Supply Chain ManagementBUS105 Principles of Management BUS116 Project Management SCM191 Sustainability in Supply Chain Management BUS171 Human Resource Management & Supervision BUS118 Finance BUS132 Business Analytics BUS141 Negotiation BUS143 Contract Administration & Law SCM193 Risk in Supply Chain Management BUS117 Leadership Skills SCM192 Applied Supply Chain Strategy & Analysis

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.

This course is designed for people who want to improve their English level and also develop their skills for using English in a business environment. It combines 20 morning lessons of General English with 8 afternoon lessons focusing on English for Business and students can study for between 2 and 12 weeks.Topics covered will include managing business meetings, negotiations, using the telephone for business, giving presentations and writing professional reports, emails and letters. Students can also choose to prepare for the Cambridge Business English Certificate (BEC) during the course.

Small group English courses for professionals in London. Improve your English for work and a great career.
 All our executive courses are held in The Executive Centre. The Executive Centre has panoramic views across the London skyline and is reserved exclusively for our professional clients. You also receive a full suite of executive centre benefits, including a full needs analysis, networking events, guest speakers and a social programme for professionals.

Hours per week

Lessons: 25 per week
Lessons times: 22 hours 55 minutes per week

Bank holidays

There will be no lessons taking place on UK Bank Holidays when the school will be closed. Fees are not pro rata for weeks where bank holidays take place.

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 English service in the U.S.

Studying a General English course will give you an understanding of the English language and take you all the way from beginner to fluency. This course focuses on communication skills, speaking, listening, reading and writing.

Whether you’re new to the workplace or upskilling for the office of the 21st century, the Certificate III in Business provides the foundation for a wide range of challenging and exciting work roles. With units including introductory technology, document production, customer service, accounts and workplace organisation, students graduate with a skillset ideal for employment, or as a stepping stone into higher levels of study.Now more than ever, employers are looking for work-ready staff… knowledgeable, motivated people with the skills to hit the ground running.Stand out from the crowd with this Nationally Recognised introduction to the world of business.

The Business English Intensive course combines 20 group lessons (15 hours) of a maximum of 6 learners with 10 private tuition lessons (7.5 hours) in the afternoon. Following a Business English course allows you to improve your English for career or work purposes. The course will help you develop the core language skills which are necessary for business such as listening, speaking, reading and business writing. You will you become more fluent and confident meeting other business people speaking about business-related topics. In addition, you will develop your knowledge of the language (grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation) in the context of general business topics. 

Course Aim: To prepare students to communicate and function effectively in a business environment through the English language. Course Description: The Business English course focuses on developing your ability to use English in the context of work and international business. It is perfect for you if you wish to further your Business English skills and wish to become more confident in your interaction with both clients and business colleagues. The course ensures you are well-equipped to function effectively in a business environment. The Business English course is suitable for you if you are already working and need English in work, or if you are studying Business and will need English in the future.  

The Business English course allows you to combine study of general vocabulary, grammar and skills tuition at an appropriate level with focused business English lessons. This course will give you a competitive advantage in your career and increase your employment prospects.Why General + Business English?- Optimum combination of everyday English and business-specific language skills- Fast progress in English for the workplace- Dynamic teachers- Possibility to add customised one-to-one tuition- Business English certificate