English Courses

Professional and executive courses will Increase your vocabulary and practise using business English in everyday business situations on the telephone, meetings, presentations or negotiations. Learn valuable communication skills and gain knowledge to help you succeed in the business world.* 30 full hours per week (15 group + 15 individual)Course contentBefore joining the course you will complete The International Profiler to help you understand your current strengths and areas for development when working internationally.  The course is divided into five modules. Understanding your cultural and personal preferencesWorking across culturesCommunicating across culturesInternational meetings and presentationsDeveloping a global mindset

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.

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.

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.

The GE Fluency Plus course is one of our Intensive English Courses in Ireland. It combines 20 lessons of General English in the mornings with 6 extra lessons in the afternoons. These afternoon classes are held in small groups, which means that the teacher can give extra attention to each student and focus on the specific areas of English that are of interest to the class. Our intensive English courses are perfect for those looking to make the most of their time in Ireland to study English. You will develop your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. In addition, this intensive English course will also give you every opportunity to communicate meaningfully in English. You will build competence, confidence and prepare yourself for common real-life situations.

30 lessons a weekMaximum of 15 students per classCourse length: 1-23 weeksIntermediate to Advanced LevelEach module is separate and lasts for one weekCan be part of the ISY programmeModule start dates: contact schoolStudents can join every MondayHours per week: 25 hoursAges 16+English is the international language of business. This is why we have developed a special modular course carefully designed to improve your business communication skills.In the mornings you will study on our LSI 30 Course. In the afternoons you will study business modules, covering topics such as:  Banking and Stock Markets, Marketing and Advertising, Recruitment, Sales and Negotiating. You may choose the particular modules that are of interest to you, or follow the complete course to attain an advanced knowledge of business English.

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.

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: 25 per week LinguaSkill Business (20 L)  + Engineering  (5 L)Lesson: 50 minutesStart Dates: Every MondayLength: 2+ weeksAge: 13+ years oldStarting Dates: From July 5t 2021 (every week) 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.English For Engineering 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.

This course will give you an introduction to the UK's approach to marketing, advertising and public relations through an accessible series of talks, fun group discussions and exciting guided visits to places of interest. The frame is incredible and the strategic position of the LAL school in Cape Town allows students, who want to discover new horizon and improve their English, to live a unic experience. The school have the advantage to have an on-site residence which allows students to attend their yards in a peaceful environment and especially to live in community.

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.