Business English Teacher Training develops the skills needed to plan purposeful English lessons for adult and professional learners whose goals may include meetings, presentations, correspondence, negotiation and workplace communication.
Business English teaching starts with understanding what learners actually need to do in English. The course therefore emphasises needs analysis, authentic workplace tasks, professional communication and materials that connect directly to learners' roles.
Who should consider this course?
- TEFL/TESOL teachers moving into adult or corporate training
- English tutors working with professionals
- Teachers preparing for in-company or workplace English classes
- Educators who want a specialist Business English credential
What you will learn
- Carry out a practical learner needs analysis
- Plan lessons around workplace communication goals
- Teach language for meetings, presentations, email and negotiation
- Adapt authentic business materials for language learning
- Assess progress in relation to real communication tasks
What the programme covers
The exact depth and assessment load vary by course level. The curriculum below shows the core areas covered in this pathway.
Business English and ESP foundations
Needs analysis and course planning
Workplace vocabulary and functional language
Meetings, discussions and negotiation
Presentations and public speaking
Professional writing and email
Materials selection and adaptation
Assessment and feedback for professional learners
How online study works
The specialist course is online and flexible, with practical activities focused on adult and workplace-learning contexts.
Assessment
- Module MCQs and knowledge checks
- Needs-analysis and lesson-planning activities
- Applied Business English teaching tasks
Course Support
Academic support is available Monday through Friday from 10 am to 6 pm. Learners may also send questions by email or WhatsApp outside those hours, and the support team will respond as soon as possible. Each learner is assigned a tutor who can clarify course content, answer programme questions and provide guidance during study.
Certification
Successful learners receive the London College of Teachers Business English Teacher Training certificate.
How this course may support your professional development
The course can support teachers seeking corporate, adult or Business English teaching opportunities, but does not guarantee a particular role or contract.
Ask admissions about the right course level
Tell us about your experience, intended role and country. Admissions can explain the available study levels, current fees and certification details before you enrol.