What does Effective Business English entail?

South Africa is a changing and developing country. Jobs are at a premium, and never before has communication been so important in the world of work. It is the key to a successful career and the job providers speak mostly English. If you're not able to master the language and terminology that's used in a specific business environment, you'll find it very hard to keep up with the pace.

The Effective Business English Course teaches students to understand and use terms that are often used in business. Special attention would be given to correct structure in written text, for example how to write formal letters, notices, emails, memos, etc. The spoken word also forms a big part of Business English, and students can expect to learn about the art of doing presentations, facilitating negotiations, making small talk, and in general, how to create a good impression when representing the institution or company you work for.

Why should I study the College SA Certificate in Effective Business English?

Business English Studies is designed to help you improve your communications skills to give you that confidence you need when applying for a job. It focuses on the language, terminology and forms of communication used in this field, other than that of a school curriculum that mostly incorporates literature. Thus, it addresses the functionality of language within the corporate world.

This course offers you an opportunity to improve your Business English communication skills, thereby enhancing your job opportunities and increasing your income. If there are any aspects of language and terminology usage that you need to improve on, the Effective Business English course will get you on the right track!

Course Structure

• College SA Orientation Pack

• Course Notes that are structured as follows:

   

  • Lesson 1 - Know the language: Sentence Construction, Parts of Speech, Plurals, Punctuation, Paragraphs, Capitals

  • Lesson 2 - Use the language correctly: Vocabulary, Sentence Construction, Business Terminology, Vital points, Idioms, Abbreviations

  • Lesson 3 - Writing with Clarity, Brevity, and Courtesy: Structuring a Letter, Layout, Enclosures, Envelopes

  • Lesson 4 - Spelling is so important: Vowels, Consonants, Syllables, Spelling Tools, Common Spelling Errors, Aids to good spelling

  • Lesson 5 - Understand what you read: Comprehension, Aids to understanding

  • Lesson 6 - Know what kind of letter is required: Outgoing letters, Incoming letters

  • Lesson 7 - Inter-office communication: Memos, Reports, Agendas, Press releases

  • Lesson 8 - Electronic mail: Configuration, Formatting, Composing, Replying, Etiquette, Company computers, Internet security

  • Lesson 9 - Communication through body language: What is it?, Why is it valuable?, Recognising the signs

  • Lesson 10 - Human relations in the workplace: Reception, Answering telephones, Addressing customers, Getting along with people

  • Lesson 11 - Pronunciation: Starting with Audio, Words, Vowels, Consonants, Syllables

Is the College SA Certificate in Effective Business English the right course for you?

Do this quick and easy questionnaire to find out if the College SA Certificate in Effective Business English course is the right course for you. Answer either YES or NO.

1. Do you want to develop your writing and language usage skills?

2. Do you want to improve your Business English communication skills?

3. Are you interested in learning how to write reports, letters and memos in a Business environment?

4. Are you looking for training on how to use electronic mail effectively?

5. Do you have a basic understanding of English?

6. Do you want to receive training in writing styles that would suit the corporate world?

7. Does your job require you to communicate with colleagues and clients in both written and spoken English?

8. Does your job involve the usage of Business terms and phrases?

If you answered YES to more than five of these questions, then the College SA Certificate in Effective Business English course is the RIGHT course for you. We recommend that you register for this course right away!

Call the College on 0800 21 23 22 to take the next step.

If you did not answer YES to more than five of the questions, then perhaps you should consider one of our other courses or fill in the Form at the bottom of this page and we will contact you. Alternatively, call the College on 0800 21 23 22 to speak to one of our friendly Student Registrars and they can help you determine which is the right course for you.

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Call the College on 0800 21 23 22 to find out how you can register for one of these courses.

Assessment and Award

Once you have successfully completed the necessary assignments prescribed by College SA, you will be awarded a College SA Certificate in Effective Business English.

Interested? Want to find out more?

If you would like to find out more about the College SA Certificate in Effective Business English, fill in this short Form and then one of our friendly Student Registrars will respond to your questions and provide you with all the information you need.

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