Master English for Professional Success

Business English

Enhance your career prospects with our Business English course at the University of Cape Town, the top-ranked university in Africa. Develop the communication skills necessary to excel in your workplace, from mastering industry-specific terminology to perfecting presentations and negotiations.

Master English for Professional Success

Business English

Enhance your career prospects with our Business English course at the University of Cape Town, the top-ranked university in Africa. Develop the communication skills necessary to excel in your workplace, from mastering industry-specific terminology to perfecting presentations and negotiations.

Elevate Your Professional Communication Skills

Customised Business English for Professional Success

Our Business English course is specifically designed to meet your individual needs, specific work context, and professional goals. Whether you are in finance, the public sector, or oil and gas, our program is crafted to enhance your communication skills within your particular industry.

With flexible learning options, you can seamlessly integrate your professional responsibilities with your language learning journey. Learning English is not just a skill acquisition; it’s a strategic investment in your professional future, aimed at advancing your career, improving your workplace performance, and unlocking new opportunities.

Our comprehensive course equips you with the language tools you need to communicate effectively and confidently in any business environment. Join us to transform your professional communication and achieve your career aspirations with competence and clarity.

Flexible Study Options

Choose from flexible study options that suit your lifestyle and professional commitments.

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Online

Experience the convenience of our online Business English course, designed to fit your busy schedule. Engage with interactive lessons and real-time feedback from expert instructors, all from the comfort of your home or office. Access course materials anytime, anywhere, and learn at your own pace.

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In Person

Immerse yourself in our in-person Business English course, held at our state-of-the-art facilities. Benefit from face-to-face interaction with experienced instructors and fellow professionals. Participate in dynamic classroom activities designed to enhance your communication skills effectively.

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Group Classes

Enhance your Business English skills through our group classes, fostering collaboration and networking. Engage in discussions, role-plays, and group activities that mirror real-world business scenarios. Learn from your peers and gain diverse perspectives while improving your professional communication.

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Private Lessons

Opt for private lessons tailored to your specific needs and goals. Receive personalized attention and customized lesson plans from our expert instructors. Focus on areas of improvement at your own pace, ensuring a targeted and effective learning experience that aligns with your professional objectives.

FLEXIBLE STUDY OPTIONS

Choose from flexible study options that suit your lifestyle and professional commitments.

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Online

Experience the convenience of our online Business English course, designed to fit your busy schedule. Engage with interactive lessons and real-time feedback from expert instructors, all from the comfort of your home or office. Access course materials anytime, anywhere, and learn at your own pace.

business-in-person (1)

In Person

Immerse yourself in our in-person Business English course, held at our state-of-the-art facilities. Benefit from face-to-face interaction with experienced instructors and fellow professionals. Participate in dynamic classroom activities designed to enhance your communication skills effectively.

business-group

Group Classes

Enhance your Business English skills through our group classes, fostering collaboration and networking. Engage in discussions, role-plays, and group activities that mirror real-world business scenarios. Learn from your peers and gain diverse perspectives while improving your professional communication.

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Private Lessons

Opt for private lessons tailored to your specific needs and goals. Receive personalized attention and customized lesson plans from our expert instructors. Focus on areas of improvement at your own pace, ensuring a targeted and effective learning experience that aligns with your professional objectives.

FLEXIBLE STUDY OPTIONS

Choose from flexible study options that suit your lifestyle and professional commitments.

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Online

Our online Business English course offers flexibility and convenience. Learn from expert instructors with interactive lessons, anytime, anywhere.

business-in-person (1)

In Person

Join our in-person Business English course for immersive learning. Benefit from face-to-face interaction and dynamic classroom activities with experienced instructors.

business-group

Group Classes

Our group classes foster collaboration and networking. Engage in discussions and activities that mirror real-world business scenarios, enhancing your skills.

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Private Lessons

Choose private lessons for personalized attention and tailored lesson plans. Focus on your specific needs and goals with our expert instructors.

Corporate Business English Services

Boost Your Team's Language Proficiency

Unlock your team's potential with a personalised Corporate Business English consultation at the University of Cape Town. Our expert instructors will assess your specific needs and create a customised learning plan to enhance your team's communication skills.

From industry-specific terminology to effective presentations and negotiations, our tailored approach ensures that your team gains the skills needed to excel in the global business environment. Take the first step towards empowering your workforce and driving business success.

Industry-Specific Business English Courses

Master the language and communication skills tailored to your industry, enhancing your professional performance and career growth.

OIL AND GAS

Industry Vocabulary and Technical Terms:

You'll immerse yourself in the essential terminology specific to the oil and gas industry. Gain a thorough understanding of and ability to use technical terms related to exploration, drilling, production, and refining, enabling you to communicate effectively and confidently within your professional environment.

Safety Protocols and Communication:

Safety is paramount in the oil and gas sector. Master the language of safety standards and procedures, learning how to communicate effectively about risk management and emergency responses, ensuring you can address safety issues with clarity and precision.

Project Management Communication:

Effective project management requires clear and precise communication. Develop the skills needed to discuss project timelines, budgets, and resources. Practice the language necessary for coordinating with teams and stakeholders, ensuring smooth project execution and collaboration.

Negotiation and Contract Language:

Negotiation is a critical skill in the oil and gas industry. Enhance your ability to negotiate contracts and agreements, providing you with the phrases and strategies needed for effective negotiation. Learn how to navigate complex discussions and achieve favorable outcomes in the oil and gas context.

Presentations and Reporting:

Presenting data and project reports clearly and effectively is crucial. Focus on improving your presentation skills, enabling you to use clear and precise language to convey technical information to diverse audiences. Practice creating and delivering impactful presentations that can influence and inform decision-making.

Client and Stakeholder Interactions:

Building and maintaining professional relationships is essential. Build proficiency in client communications and stakeholder engagement. Learn how to handle inquiries, conduct meetings, and participate in discussions with professionalism and confidence, ensuring positive interactions and successful outcomes.

FINANCE

Financial Terminology and Concepts:

You'll learn key financial terms and concepts essential for success in the financial world. Understand and use vocabulary related to accounting, investments, and markets, enabling you to articulate complex financial ideas clearly and confidently. This foundational knowledge will support your ability to engage in meaningful discussions and analysis within the finance industry.

 
Financial Reporting and Documentation:

Master the language of financial statements and reports. Practice writing clear and concise financial documents, ensuring accuracy and professionalism in your communications. You'll develop the skills to create comprehensive financial reports, balance sheets, and income statements that meet industry standards.

 
Investment Analysis Communication:

Develop skills to discuss and analyse investment opportunities effectively. Use appropriate language for risk assessment and portfolio management, enhancing your ability to communicate complex investment strategies. You'll learn to articulate market trends, investment potentials, and financial forecasts with clarity and precision.

 
Client Communication and Relationship Management:

Enhance your ability to communicate with clients and manage relationships. Learn to conduct client consultations, briefings, and feedback sessions with confidence, ensuring client satisfaction and loyalty. You'll gain techniques for building strong client relationships and addressing client concerns professionally.

 
Presentations and Public Speaking:

Improve your presentation skills for financial data and strategies. Learn to deliver compelling and persuasive presentations, making complex information accessible and engaging for your audience. You'll practice structuring your presentations to highlight key financial insights and recommendations effectively.

 
Negotiation and Deal-Making:

Build proficiency in negotiating deals and agreements. Use effective language strategies for successful financial negotiations, ensuring favorable outcomes and strong professional relationships. You'll develop techniques to handle high-stakes negotiations, contract discussions, and dispute resolutions with confidence and professionalism.

TELECOMS

Industry Vocabulary and Technical Terms:

You’ll immerse yourself in the essential terminology specific to the telecommunications industry. Gain a thorough understanding of and ability to use technical terms related to network infrastructure, mobile communications, and broadband technology. This knowledge will enable you to communicate effectively and confidently within your professional environment.

 
Customer Service and Support Communication:

Master the language of customer service standards and support procedures. Learn how to communicate effectively about troubleshooting, service plans, and customer inquiries, ensuring you can address issues with clarity and precision. Develop skills to provide exceptional customer service and support.

 
Project Management Communication:

Effective project management requires clear and precise communication. Develop the skills needed to discuss project timelines, budgets, and resources in the telecommunications context. Practice the language necessary for coordinating with teams and stakeholders, ensuring smooth project execution and collaboration.

 
Sales and Negotiation Language:

Negotiation and sales are critical skills in the telecommunications industry. Enhance your ability to negotiate contracts, close sales, and manage client relationships. Learn phrases and strategies for effective sales pitches and negotiations, ensuring favorable outcomes in various business scenarios.

 
Presentations and Reporting:

Presenting data and project reports clearly and effectively is crucial. Focus on improving your presentation skills, enabling you to use clear and precise language to convey technical information to diverse audiences. Practice creating and delivering impactful presentations that can influence and inform decision-making.

 
Client and Stakeholder Interactions:

Building and maintaining professional relationships is essential. Develop proficiency in client communications and stakeholder engagement. Learn how to handle inquiries, conduct meetings, and participate in discussions with professionalism and confidence, ensuring positive interactions and successful outcomes.

Industry-Specific Business English Courses

Master the language and communication skills tailored to your industry, enhancing your professional performance and career growth. Select one of the tabs to view the course details.

OIL AND GAS

Industry Vocabulary and Technical Terms:

You'll immerse yourself in the essential terminology specific to the oil and gas industry. Gain a thorough understanding of and ability to use technical terms related to exploration, drilling, production, and refining, enabling you to communicate effectively and confidently within your professional environment.

Safety Protocols and Communication:

Safety is paramount in the oil and gas sector. Master the language of safety standards and procedures, learning how to communicate effectively about risk management and emergency responses, ensuring you can address safety issues with clarity and precision.

Project Management Communication:

Effective project management requires clear and precise communication. Develop the skills needed to discuss project timelines, budgets, and resources. Practice the language necessary for coordinating with teams and stakeholders, ensuring smooth project execution and collaboration.

Negotiation and Contract Language:

Negotiation is a critical skill in the oil and gas industry. Enhance your ability to negotiate contracts and agreements, providing you with the phrases and strategies needed for effective negotiation. Learn how to navigate complex discussions and achieve favorable outcomes in the oil and gas context.

Presentations and Reporting:

Presenting data and project reports clearly and effectively is crucial. Focus on improving your presentation skills, enabling you to use clear and precise language to convey technical information to diverse audiences. Practice creating and delivering impactful presentations that can influence and inform decision-making.

Client and Stakeholder Interactions:

Building and maintaining professional relationships is essential. Build proficiency in client communications and stakeholder engagement. Learn how to handle inquiries, conduct meetings, and participate in discussions with professionalism and confidence, ensuring positive interactions and successful outcomes.

FINANCE

Financial Terminology and Concepts:

You'll learn key financial terms and concepts essential for success in the financial world. Understand and use vocabulary related to accounting, investments, and markets, enabling you to articulate complex financial ideas clearly and confidently. This foundational knowledge will support your ability to engage in meaningful discussions and analyses within the finance industry.

 
Financial Reporting and Documentation:

Master the language of financial statements and reports. Practice writing clear and concise financial documents, ensuring accuracy and professionalism in your communications. You'll develop the skills to create comprehensive financial reports, balance sheets, and income statements that meet industry standards.

 
Investment Analysis Communication:

Develop skills to discuss and analyse investment opportunities effectively. Use appropriate language for risk assessment and portfolio management, enhancing your ability to communicate complex investment strategies. You'll learn to articulate market trends, investment potentials, and financial forecasts with clarity and precision.

 
Client Communication and Relationship Management:

Enhance your ability to communicate with clients and manage relationships. Learn to conduct client consultations, briefings, and feedback sessions with confidence, ensuring client satisfaction and loyalty. You'll gain techniques for building strong client relationships and addressing client concerns professionally.

 
Presentations and Public Speaking:

Improve your presentation skills for financial data and strategies. Learn to deliver compelling and persuasive presentations, making complex information accessible and engaging for your audience. You'll practice structuring your presentations to highlight key financial insights and recommendations effectively.

 
Negotiation and Deal-Making:

Build proficiency in negotiating deals and agreements. Use effective language strategies for successful financial negotiations, ensuring favorable outcomes and strong professional relationships. You'll develop techniques to handle high-stakes negotiations, contract discussions, and dispute resolutions with confidence and professionalism.

TELECOMS

Industry Vocabulary and Technical Terms:

You’ll immerse yourself in the essential terminology specific to the telecommunications industry. Gain a thorough understanding of and ability to use technical terms related to network infrastructure, mobile communications, and broadband technology. This knowledge will enable you to communicate effectively and confidently within your professional environment.

 
Customer Service and Support Communication:

Master the language of customer service standards and support procedures. Learn how to communicate effectively about troubleshooting, service plans, and customer inquiries, ensuring you can address issues with clarity and precision. Develop skills to provide exceptional customer service and support.

 
Project Management Communication:

Effective project management requires clear and precise communication. Develop the skills needed to discuss project timelines, budgets, and resources in the telecommunications context. Practice the language necessary for coordinating with teams and stakeholders, ensuring smooth project execution and collaboration.

 
Sales and Negotiation Language:

Negotiation and sales are critical skills in the telecommunications industry. Enhance your ability to negotiate contracts, close sales, and manage client relationships. Learn phrases and strategies for effective sales pitches and negotiations, ensuring favorable outcomes in various business scenarios.

 
Presentations and Reporting:

Presenting data and project reports clearly and effectively is crucial. Focus on improving your presentation skills, enabling you to use clear and precise language to convey technical information to diverse audiences. Practice creating and delivering impactful presentations that can influence and inform decision-making.

 
Client and Stakeholder Interactions:

Building and maintaining professional relationships is essential. Develop proficiency in client communications and stakeholder engagement. Learn how to handle inquiries, conduct meetings, and participate in discussions with professionalism and confidence, ensuring positive interactions and successful outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Yes, the Business English Programme offers flexible enrollment options. You can join our rolling enrolment classes at any time, or arrange for personalised one-to-one lessons if needed.

You need to have a B2 (upper-intermediate) level of English to join the continuous enrollment Business English group class. If you’re unsure of your level, you can assess your proficiency using our online level test. There are no entry requirements for Private Lessons or closed corporate groups.

Yes, upon successful completion of the Business English course, you will receive a certificate from the University of Cape Town. This certificate recognises your achievement and proficiency in Business English, and it can be a valuable addition to your professional credentials. It demonstrates your commitment to improving your communication skills and can enhance your career prospects.

The course is structured to provide a comprehensive learning experience through a combination of lectures, interactive sessions, and practical exercises. You will engage in group discussions, role-plays, and real-world simulations to develop your business English skills. Our flexible learning options allow you to choose between online, in-person, group, or private lessons, ensuring that the course fits seamlessly into your schedule.

Your progress will be measured through a variety of assessments and feedback mechanisms throughout the course. These include regular quizzes, assignments, and practical exercises designed to evaluate your understanding and application of the material. Additionally, you will have access to our guided e-learning app, which tracks your progress in real-time. The app provides detailed analytics and personalised feedback, helping you identify areas for improvement and monitor your development. This continuous assessment ensures that you are meeting your learning objectives and advancing your business English skills effectively.

Throughout the course, you will have access to a range of support services to ensure your success. Our experienced instructors are available to provide guidance and feedback. Additionally, you will have access to online resources, including course materials, practice exercises, and forums where you can interact with fellow students. Our support team is also available to assist with any administrative or technical issues you may encounter.

The group Business English programme costs the same as our General English course. This means you can move from General English to the Business English at no extra cost when you reach B2 level. Corporate closed groups are quoted on request. Please see here for Private Lesson fees. 

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Take the next step in your professional journey with our Business English course. Designed to meet your specific needs, our program will help you communicate more effectively in your industry. Join now and unlock your potential.

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