Business English
For applicants within the U.S. only.
Thrive in an American Company with Business English
The Business English Program is a three-month language learning course designed for students with advanced proficiency who desire to become more fluent and confident and help increase their career prospects. The course reflects latest trends in business and helps students encounter American business culture, develop grammar skills to be successful in the American business environment, and develop the communication skills needed to thrive in an American professional workplace.
Advance your career and improve your confidence in a business environment. This course will benefit you in many ways from writing professional email communication to making presentations!
Business English Program Calendars
2020 Business English Program Calendar
| Session | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | January 6 | January 30 |
| 2 | February 3 | February 27 |
| 3 | March 2 | April 2 |
| 4 | April 6 | April 30 |
| 5 | May 4 | May 28 |
| 6 | June 1 | June 25 |
| 7 | July 6 | July 30 |
| 8 | August 3 | August 27 |
| 9 | August 31 | September 24 |
| 10 | September 28 | October 22 |
| 11 | October 26 | November 19 |
| 12 | November 23 | December 17 |
Vacation Days
Spring Break – March 16-20
Summer Break – June 29 – July 3
Winter Break – Dec. 21-Jan. 1
Observed Holidays
Memorial Day – May 25
Independence Day – July 4
Labor Day – Sept. 7
Thanksgiving Day – Nov. 26
2021 Business English Program Calendar
| Session | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | January 4 | January 28 |
| 2 | February 1 | February 25 |
| 3 | March 1 | April 1 |
| 4 | April 5 | April 29 |
| 5 | May 3 | May 27 |
| 6 | June 1 | June 24 |
| 7 | July 5 | July 29 |
| 8 | August 2 | August 26 |
| 9 | August 30 | September 26 |
| 10 | September 27 | October 21 |
| 11 | October 25 | November 18 |
| 12 | November 22 | December 16 |
Vacation Days
Spring Break – March 15-19
Summer Break – June 28 – July 2
Winter Break – Dec. 20-31
Observed Holidays
Memorial Day – May 31
Labor Day – Sept. 6
Thanksgiving Day – Nov. 25
Fees & Tuition
| Class Days | # of Hours / Week | Application Fee International Students | Application Fee Residents / Non-Residents | Tuition for F-1 Visa Holder | Tuition for Residents | Books |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday – Thursday | 18 | $150 | $50 | $750 (includes one elective course) | $400 | $60 |
Business English Program Level Details
Excel English Institute offers a Business English Program for students who demonstrate advanced level proficiency on the program placement test. The goal of the program is to improve the students’ ability to use oral and written communication effectively in a variety of business contexts. The program is divided into four parts. The chart below shows the proficiency for both oral and written communication for each part. Students are administered the placement test to determine eligibility into the program. The following chart signifies student mastery of skills.
| Points | Level of Achievement | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 90-100% | Level I Meets Highest Achievement Standard | A |
| 80-89% | Level II Acceptably Meets Achievement Standard | B |
| 70-79% | Level III Marginally Meets Achievement Standard | C |
| Under 70% | Level IV Does Not Meet Achievement Standard | F |
Achievement Scale for Each Part of the Business English Program
| Oral Communication | Written Communication |
|---|---|
| Use networking techniques to develop business connections | Produce writing in both formal and informal registers |
| Use language to clarify and confirm information | Write an e-mail to summarize a decision |
| Use effective language to make decisions | Write an effective report |
| Oral Communication | Written Communication |
|---|---|
| Make an impact in oral presentation | Write a press release to endorse a product |
| Resolve conflict in a business context | Avoid conflict in emails |
| Problem-solve ethical dilemmas | Write a press release to minimize damage |
| Oral Communication | Written Communication |
|---|---|
| Use techniques to manage questions after a presentation | Write an investment proposal |
| Use techniques for effective negotiating | Write an email to summarize terms and conditions |
| Use creativity in brainstorming sessions | Write a mission statement |
| Oral Communication | Written Communication |
|---|---|
| Orally present in spontaneous situations | Write an effective summary |
| Use techniques to pursue payment for goods or services | Write a proposal of a growth strategy |
| Hold a teleconference | Produce an effective written report |
