Programme Information

• Course Name:  Business English
• Day(s)/time of class: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 18:30-20:30 (Irish Time)
• Course duration: 24 hours in class + self-study and teacher feedback
• Course dates: Monday 08 July to Wednesday 14 August 2024 (6 weeks) Course cost:  €300*⁺
• Level(s):  B2 - C1

*Returning students receive a loyalty discount.  Please email infolang@ucc.ie for details.

⁺UCC staff and students should email infolang@ucc.ie to enquire about special offers.

Course Overview:

This course takes a developmental approach to learning and honing language skills in the business world.

The course includes:

• Simulations and roleplays
• Writing tasks
• Authentic listening
• Field-related reading tasks with assignments
• Relevant vocabulary
• Situational language tailored to the context

Learning objectives:

By the end of this course, you will:

• Have learnt vocabulary related to the topics of sales, meetings and negotiation
• Have practised listening for comprehension skills in a business context using authentic texts
• Have practised speaking skills via role plays and presentations
• Have been given feedback on the accuracy and effectiveness of your speaking skills in terms of content and language in a business setting
• Have used and referenced authentic source materials and had reading practice (out of class)
• Have improved your confidence in terms of selling, negotiating and participating in business meetings
• Have reviewed content

Weekly course plan: (may change slightly depending on class needs)

Student Feedback/Assessment

Students will receive regular feedback from their teacher(s) on oral skills (content e.g. ability to negotiate well) and language-related issues (persistent errors or pronunciation features).

There will be no formal assessment on this course.

Minimum class numbers:

A minimum number of 4 students will be required for this class to run.  If 4 students do not sign up, you will be offered to transfer to another course (depending on level), postpone to another term, or a refund.

Online class connection requirements:

Microsoft Teams application, a good internet connection and a quiet space where you can speak (headphones/ earphones optional)

Attendance/End of course certificate:

Attendance will be taken in every class.  If you attend 80% of your lessons you will receive an end-of-course certificate.  Please advise the teacher if you know in advance that you will be absent.

How to Apply

• Open for applications.
• Complete the Part-time application form