Corporate English Courses:
Dublin Business English has been providing Corporate English Courses in language training for non-native professionals since 2005. We have built up a reputation for excellent service - this has been the key to our success. We have experience dealing with both small & medium sized companies as well as multinationals in a wide range of business sectors: finance/auditing, technology, hotel and leisure and the retail industry to name but a few.
Methodology:
Classroom work as well as homework can be found in Google Classroom to be completed in advance of the following class when feedback and discussion of these exercises are done. This allows flexibility and independence allowing students to revisit the material in their own time giving them a sense of ownership of their learning. It also allows maximum use of class time with an emphasis on building spoken fluency and student confidence.
Though we operate a 'bespoke programme', below I list a sample syllabus for a 1 hour class per week for a 12 week business English programme. Study material is sourced from both course books and worksheets from leading online providers of English language teaching resources. A revised programme is drawn up after consulting with the HR or department managers and the student on the topics/ areas that they need. We welcome student(s) input into topic choice and mix of language skills: grammar, writing, listening, reading, speaking as we believe this helps the students stay invested & motivated. We don't operate a 'school portal' as our school philosophy is designing the course you need (bespoke education) and as a consequence we match the resource materials to this specific need.
Sample syllabus:
- Week 1: Introductions
- Week 2: Corporate Culture
- Week 3: Management & leadership
- Week 4: Entrepreneurialism
- Week 5: Customer Service
- Week 6: Sales & Marketing
- Week 7: Brands & Advertising
- Week 8: Meetings
- Week 9: Presentations
- Week 10: Writing: graphs, emails, reports, proposals
- Week 11: Money & Finance
- Week 12: Exit test & feedback.
Private individuals as well as group students are given a placement test as well as a mini- interview to accurately assess their proficiency level and their specific needs. Courses are tailored according to the students' needs and company priorities. This is a cornerstone of the school's philosophy - namely designing a tailor made course for each and every student. Group students should have similar levels and learning objectives as the programme would cover the collective needs in this case.
Flexibility:
We can send a teacher to your company premises or we can do online classes at any time to suit your staff or even a blended approach: a combination of both online and face to face classes. Learning online complements classroom based teaching and for many students this may be a good option.
Final report: At the end of your course you will do an "exit" test. We correct and discuss your results with you in addition to giving a comprehensive feedback report. You will receive a certificate of attendance; outlining the duration of your course, and the proficiency level attained.