The Business English Program helps business professionals to communicate confidently, accurately and effectively in English-speaking business situations.  The Business English program covers the following skills:  giving presentations, participating in meetings, negotiating agreements, explaining and defining positions, and using business vocabulary and idiomatic expressions in work-related conversation.  Students also practice important writing skills such as reporting and summarizing. 

The program consists of three unique one-session modules of instructions, with four weeks of instruction per module.  Students may register for one, two or all three modules.  A High Intermediate minimum proficiency is required. 

The students will take 20 general English hours during each week, and 10 specialized hours, focused on Business English.  Students in the Business English course will have the opportunity to explore a variety of business topics and case studies in depth and improve their presentation skills, vocabulary and writing.   More details and sample class schedules appear below.

We will guarantee specialized courses in Business English that begin each regular session at select

          Sample Class Schedule (1 of the 3 possible modules)

8:30-9:20	Structure & Speaking Practice
9:30-10:20	Structure & Speaking Practice
10:30-11:20	Language Technology Center
11:30-12:20	Reading & Writing
12:20-1:30	Lunch
1:30-2:30	Business English
2:40-3:45	Business English

 Business English Program Features

·          The Business English curriculum includes 30 lessons per week of classroom instruction and practice in all key language skills:  speaking, listening, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading & writing.

·          Business English instructors work with students to build their business skills through practice in a controlled setting using interactive instructional tools such as role-plays and simulations.

·          Students progress through up to three program modules.  In each module, students will research, prepare and give an oral presentation, lead and actively participate in simulated meetings, defend a position taken or an argument presented, and read and discuss case studies, business news and other authentic business literature.

·          Course discussions are based on up-to-the minute business news in subject areas including globalization, outsourcing, the Internet, branding, and living and working internationally.  Students learn and have the opportunity to use new vocabulary, terminology, phrases and technical jargon.

·          Individual competencies and objectives are addressed through technology-supported learning in the Technology Centers.

We have developed a 12-week comprehensive Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT that gives students the best preparation possible and the confidence they need to succeed!  

The new Internet based TOEFL® iBT requires students to answer questions related to speaking, listening, reading and writing – and measures not just what they know, but how well they can express themselves and apply their knowledge.  By taking the Prep Program, they will practice integrated reading and listening skills, improve writing and speaking, as well as learn test-taking strategies.  The 12-week (30 lessons per week) Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT also includes a seat for the exam! 

And now, through an agreement with ETS, we have become ETS’ largest TOEFL Internet-Based Test (iBT) provider in the USA,

  4   Curriculum 

·          The Complete Prep Program for TOEFL® iBT includes 30 lessons per week of classroom instruction and practice in all key language skills: speaking, listening, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading and writing.

·          The program begins with the ETS TOEFL® Practice Online (TPO) diagnostic test, with instant scoring and feedback.

·          Students progress through three different modules, each of which includes sample testing to measure progress and build confidence to take the actual test.

·          Additionally, the course includes the ETS Criterion^SM, with instant scoring and feedback by ETS on writing samples.

·          Individual competencies and objectives are addressed through technology-supported learning in our new Language Technology Centers.

·          Instructors that have been trained and certified by ETS work with students to build specific test-taking skills and strategies using the best materials available.

·          At the end of the course, a prepaid seat for the official TOEFL® iBT is included, at the center, offering the additional benefit of taking the test in familiar surroundings.

·          Academic advising is included in the program for students who are considering further study at an American university, through our professional University Placement service.  

What’s Included		Prep Program
Lessons (per week)		30 lessons total
		15 lessons – TOEFL® iBT instruction
		10 lessons – Academic English skills
		5 lessons – TOEFL® iBT practice in computer lab
Materials		Latest study materials and official ETS online practice products
Instructors		ETS certified/trained tech
Included seat for official TOEFL® iBT exam*		Yes

 

                         * Available for 12-week programs only

 

Students prepare for the TOEFL with six lessons per day!

 

·          2 lessons of Structure and Speaking Practice

Students will focus on listening, speaking and grammar skills, integrated skills needed for the TOEFL exam.

 

·          1 lesson of TOEFL iBT Practice in our Language Technology Center

In our self-study language labs, students will take actual TOEFL practice exams using TOEFL study materials and advanced listening software.  And most importantly, students will receive an Individualized Learning Plan based on their English proficiency level on the placement tests and on TOEFL iBT goals.

 

·          1 lesson of TOEFL Reading and Writing

Students will read, discuss and write about a variety of reading selections, while using ETS’ exclusive writing practice for the TOEFL exam.

 

·          2 lessons of TOEFL iBT Prep

Here students will put their newly learned skills to work by refining study techniques, discussing test-taking strategies and practicing test formats. 

Pre-Arrival Test 

To help students plan for study in the U.S., we have created a Pre-Arrival Test of language proficiency (PAT).  The PAT is a quick, inexpensive and easy way to determine how long it will take a student to reach his or her goal for learning English.  Student can also use the results to see if they are ready for one of the exciting advanced level courses offered, like the complete, 3-session TOEFL® iBT Preparation course.

 

The PAT evaluated grammar, listening, speaking and writing abilities in 30 to 50 minutes, on-line.  The test taker receives immediate, machine-generated feedback on grammar and listening skills after completing the test.  And he or she will get teacher-generated feedback on speaking and writing skills within 72 hours after taking the test, sent to any designated e-mail address.   

 4 Admissions requirements  

The minimum level requirement is high intermediate.  We will accept one of the following for admission to this program 

·         A pre-arrival test is given to students the come directly for the Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT.  See below for more details.

·          Score of 46 on TOEFL® iBT; 473 on TOEFL® pBT; 150 on TOEFL® cBT; IELTS Band 5 

 4 Locations & Dates  

Start dates for the 12-week Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT below.  Two and one session programs are possible (and listed below), but do not include a seat for the TOEFL iBT exam.   

Dates for full 3 session programs  Dec. 7, 2009 – Feb. 26, 2010 March 1 – May 21, 2010 June 21 – Sept. 10, 2010 Sept. 13 – Dec. 3, 2010

Dates for 2 or 1 session programs  Dec. 7, 2009 – Dec.31, 2009 Jan. 4 – Jan. 29, 2010 Feb. 1 - Feb. 26, 2010 March 1 – March 26, 2010 March 29 – April 23, 2010 April 26 - May 21, 2010 June 21 – July 16, 2010 July 19 – August 13, 2010 August 16 - Sept. 10, 2010 Sept. 13 – Oct. 8, 2010 Oct. 11 – Nov. 5, 2010 Nov. 8 - Dec. 3, 2010