English Courses in Canada, in Vancouver

Individually focused and customized, One-to-One lessons pinpoint a student’s individual needs and help them focus their studies even further. Each session is tailor-made to vastly improve weaknesses in English skills. Personalized attention, guidance and feedback from our experienced and friendly teachers will help the students reach their English goals. Students with limited time to study English will find private lessons an ideal way to enhance their English skills.Highlights4 lessons per weekOne lesson is 55 minutes long.Minimum 2-week registrationThis program can be added to any other program and also be selected separately.Levels: 1 to 8Start dates: Every Monday.  

LAB Vancouver's part-time evening English courses offer convenience, flexibility and variety. You will gain the confidence you need for social, academic and professional situations. Choose from an array of specialized programs, at all levels of proficiency, and study in a supportive, intimate environment.Academic EnglishImprove your language skills before entering college or university. Students completing a specified LAB level may transfer to one of our pathway partners!

At iTTTi Vancouver we offer a range of English for Career purposes courses. You may choose to study in a course that covers a wide range of fields, such as English for International Business-or you may focus on English language skills related to your field of study.Whatever you choose you can be sure that learning English in our  high quality programs is going to be a worthwhile addition to your resume.Recommended Course Start Dates: Jan 04, Mar 01, Apr 26, Jun 21, Aug 16, Oct 12(Tue), Dec 06EIB 30 is a combination of English for International Business 15 lessons/week in the am and a career English specialist course of 15 lessons/week in the afternoon.

The program will provide students with practical skills and strategies as well as the specialized knowledge required to be effective leaders and managers. Students will acquire a well-rounded set of essential skills necessary to guide businesses towards meeting their strategic goals. With a focus on real-world business applications of key management concepts, students will develop broad skill sets that may be applied to management, marketing, accounting, communication, and leadership.Highlights Business projects and real-life workplace simulations provide the practice of critical skills required in today's workplace. Provides students with the familiarity of current opportunities in the job market and teaches. techniques to secure relevant employment. Provides students with an essential business foundation and leadership skills. Full co-op job placement and career development support. Co-op The Co-op is an integral component of the Business Management Co-op Diploma program as it 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. A distinctive feature of the Business Management program is the wide variety of co-op job placements available to graduates. They will apply interpersonal and other core skills used by supervisors.Program length 72 Weeks Academy Study:  32 weeks (total of 630 hours) Co-op: 24 weeks (total of 450 hours) Scheduled Breaks: 16 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 Co-Op (full-time work permission) w/ 2 weeks Capstone English Admission Requirement IELTS 5.5 or Completion of VanWest Level 7 or EAP 300 with a final grade of 75% or above or VanWest English Placement Test: Level 8 Academic Admission Requirement High School Diploma (Grade 12) or General Education Development (GED) or Mature student status: Mature students are those who have been out of full-time formal education for at least four years but can demonstrate high academic potential through a range of achievements and life experiences beyond academics. Course Details BUS 101 Cross-Cultural Communication BUS 107 Business Correspondence BUS 109 Workplace Preparation BUS 102 Interpersonal Skills for the Workplace BUS 103 Marketing Essentials BUS 105 Principles of Management BUS 113 Co-op Placement BUS 104 Organization Behavior BUS 114 Introduction to Accounting BUS 115 Social Media Marketing BUS 116 Project Management BUS 117 Leadership Skills BUS 111 Capstone

This course is the one for you if you are able to function effectively in almost every English-speaking context and just need to polish your skills. This is the most advanced Cambridge exam.

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

Linguaskill Business measures the ability of non-native speakers to communicate in English in everyday business environments. The course is an excellent choice for students who plan to use English for business or the workplace. Students receive pre-tests and the official test is offered at the college every 4 weeks.Linguaskill Business is a replacement of BULATS and is a reliable way of assessing the language ability of employees or trainees. VanWest College is the only official test provider in Canada.Cambridge English Test Assessment (part of Cambridge University)Quick Info Level: Pre-AdvancedLessons: 30 per weekLesson: 50 minutesStart Dates: Every MondayLength: 2+ weeksAge: 13+ years old Linguaskill Business – Advanced FOCUS            Linguaskill Business Advanced is a course which is designed to prepare students to challenge the Linguaskill Business test, which is an internationally recognized Business Language Test, designed and administrated by Cambridge University in England. As taught at VanWest College, the course exposes students to a wide variety of authentic Business English materials. Although the course maintains a strong focus on test-preparation, the course is highly suitable for any student who wants a deeper understanding and practice with modern Business English.The course includes reading and listening skills, writing practice for emails, letters and reports, models for up-to-date business language, grammar and vocabulary exercises to train students to avoid common mistakes, role plays of common business scenarios, and ample speaking practice, from solo presentations to group discussions.ELECTIVES Communication 103            Students practice listening and speaking activities and are exposed to grammar for speaking and vocabulary study. Students will develop their communicative competence through directed learning activities. In addition to improving listening and speaking skills, reading and writing are also reinforced through a wide variety of dictation techniques. Topics include provocative news items and problem-solving, which encourage classroom discussion, writing, and follow-up research activities. The dictations are a springboard for discussion in which students are encouraged to use the language they have just learned. Grammar 103            This course is designed for advanced students who wish to expand on their previous knowledge of English grammar and want to begin using more complex and sophisticated language structures. Students will learn and review grammatical features while focusing on some topics which model correct grammar usage. Language production centers on speaking and writing, which allows students to get the feedback they need from their teachers. Writing 103            This class helps students develop their ability to write effective paragraphs and essays in English. They will learn phrases and strategies needed to write articles and essays dealing with persuasion, problem-solution, compare-contrast, and cause-effect. They will also apply these skills to compose an essay that combines aspects of two or more essay styles. The focus of the course is the publishing information for others to see and hear. There are constant correction and feedback from instructors, who will model the writing structures which are taught.Critical Response 103            Students will explore one documentary per week. Video documentaries are a springboard to encourage critical thinking on non-sensitive issues, expand vocabulary, and increase listening and pronunciation skills at an advanced level culminating in a written response. Written responses will be completed in-class at the end of the week. Writing includes such critical skills as paraphrasing, summarizing, taking the opposite viewpoint, etc. The focus of this class is to develop critical thinking skills while reinforcing and developing speaking, listening, pronunciation, and vocabulary. Digital Communication 103            This course emphasizes natural, impromptu speech and will significantly improve speaking confidence in stressful English speaking situations. Students will practice and record unscripted weekly video journals on everyday high-interest topics. Through the use of activities using video and social media, student's pronunciation and fluency will improve while learning new vocabulary, idioms and daily expressions. Journals are uploaded weekly, and students will receive direct teacher and group feedback. Learners should bring their iPhone and be prepared to speak –speak – speak! English For Presentation (Public Speaking) 103 Do you worry about speaking in groups, meetings, or in front of an audience? You are not alone! This English for Presentation (Public Speaking) will be the perfect course for you!The ability to speak in meetings and the public is an essential advantage in today's competitive world. Don't let lack of confidence hold you back! English For Marketing & Sales 103 Take your sales and marketing skills to the next level! This course will look at several aspects of marketing and sales, including deciding and reaching your market. You will examine examples of successful campaigns, and listen to different perspectives on how to help your product or company rise above the rest. There will be plenty of time in class to practice your sales and marketing skills! English For Social Media 103 The world is connecting through social media, and it's essential to feel comfortable with how it works. Everybody is posting their experiences and thoughts on social mediathese days. Friends and employers of the future will be looking through your social media accounts, and what they see will give them an idea of who you are! Make sure they see your very best self. English For Engineering 103 Some topics will be covered, including learning language specific to civil, electrical and mechanical engineering. With your engineering background, you will benefit from the opportunity to discuss topics such as describing technical problems and suggesting solutions. You will also enhance your communication skills through ample opportunities to listen and speak in class.

If you’re hoping to develop your language skills in a short amount of time, our Platinum Courses are the ideal option for you. They are designed for busy professionals, executives and mature learners who hope to improve quickly. You can choose to study in specialised one-to-one sessions, where the lessons are tailor-made to meet your specific personal needs. It’s entirely up to you how many of these lessons you have per week and the teacher can, if you choose, focus on your specialised professional area. Alternatively, you can opt for small group sessions where classes will have a maximum of five students. Your lessons will take place in one of our dedicated Platinum Centres, which have comfortable modern classrooms and a Platinum Clubhouse for you to enjoy outside of class. On a Platinum course, you will have the opportunity to meet and network with other professionals from all over the world.

In this program, you will also learn how the media impacts our thinking and perception of the world, but most importantly you will learn how to use the media as a source of authentic language to improve your spoken communication skills.

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.