Duration of the online course: 18 hours and 27 minutes
New
Speak up in meetings, negotiate clearly, and sound natural at work. Join this free Business English course with practical practice and a certificate option.
In this free course, learn about
Active listening techniques to build trust, reduce conflict, and improve meeting outcomes
Assertive communication: setting boundaries, disagreeing professionally, and expressing needs clearly
Clear, concise executive meeting communication structures (updates, clarity, confidence, consistency)
Speaking up as a non-native speaker: turn-taking, framing points, and gaining confidence
Running and leading effective meetings, including postponing topics and keeping alignment
Negotiation prep and language: win-win framing, expectation setting, and value creation
Influence and office politics: building credibility and impact without formal authority
Professional phrases and U.S. office slang to sound natural while staying appropriate
Ending conversations, networking starters, intros, and elevator pitches that maintain rapport
Requesting, clarifying, and writing professional emails with the right politeness and precision
Handling language gaps: buying time, paraphrasing, and recovering when you forget a term
Reading microexpressions and responding strategically in high-stakes executive interactions
Business strategy analysis via case topics (Microsoft, Netflix, loyalty, side hustles, rollout plans)
Executive small talk across U.S. cultural contexts (health, holidays, food localization, team events)
About the free online course
Strong Business English is more than correct grammar; it’s the ability to think clearly under pressure, choose the right tone, and build trust in real conversations. This free online course is designed for advanced learners and professionals who want to communicate with confidence in U.S.-style business settings, whether you’re leading a meeting, joining an executive discussion, or navigating sensitive workplace situations.
You’ll sharpen the skills that move careers forward: active listening that prevents misunderstandings, assertive communication that sounds respectful rather than aggressive, and concise updates that decision-makers can act on. The course helps you speak up without overexplaining, ask for clarification smoothly, and handle moments when you forget a word while keeping your message sharp. You’ll also strengthen your ability to end conversations gracefully, start networking discussions with ease, and deliver introductions and elevator pitches that feel natural and memorable.
Beyond meetings, you’ll gain language for negotiations, influence, and office dynamics, learning how to set expectations, protect relationships, and aim for win-win outcomes. Realistic scenarios extend into modern professional topics like remote work, AI and jobs, market trends, and product strategy, giving you practice discussing the ideas leaders talk about every day. You’ll even build comfort with conversational English through workplace slang, small talk frameworks, and reading subtle signals that affect how your message lands.
To turn learning into performance, the course blends targeted video lessons with practice questions that reinforce judgment, tone, and phrasing in context. By the end, you’ll feel more fluent, more polished, and better equipped to contribute in high-stakes conversations—helping you earn credibility, improve collaboration, and open doors to new roles and opportunities.
Course content
Video class: Active Listening for Business Success in English: Build Trust, Resolve Conflicts, Boost Performance40m
Exercise: Which action best demonstrates active listening in executive meetings?
Video class: Boost Your Business Confidence: Assertiveness Skills for Advanced English Speakers40m
Exercise: Identify assertive communication in a business context
Video class: Communicate Confidently in Meetings - Online and In-Person10m
Exercise: Which practice best demonstrates clear, confident Business English in executive meetings?
Video class: Communicating with Doctors and Nurses in English at the Doctor’s Office07m
Exercise: Select the most effective executive communication to inform your team about a sick day
Video class: English Meetings: A Step-by-Step Guide to Successful Leadership07m
Exercise: Postponing a Topic in a Business Meeting
Video class: Evolution of Microsoft as a Company and Discussion about their Business Model21m
Exercise: A firm packages its operating system with a browser and productivity apps at minimal extra cost, making rival entry harder. Which strategy and primary risk does this illustrate?
Video class: How to Confidently Speak Up in Meetings as a Non-Native English Speaker 4 Key Strategies for Success08m
Exercise: Confident Participation in Executive Meetings
Video class: How to Create a Successful Side Hustle Business in English14m
Exercise: Which rationale most effectively communicates the strategic value of a side hustle to management?
Video class: Level Up Your Professional English: 20 Must-Know U.S. Office Slang Expressions10m
Exercise: Which expression best conveys limited capacity to take on additional work in a busy week
Video class: Mastering Business Skills in English: A Step-by-Step Guide to Improving Performance and Proficiency07m
Exercise: Which initial step should an executive take to improve Business English skills effectively?
Video class: Mastering Negotiation in English: Turn Every Deal into a Win-Win33m
Exercise: What is the most effective first step for executives before entering a business negotiation?
Video class: Mastering Office Politics: Strategies for Thriving in the Modern Workplace in the U.S.32m
Exercise: Building influence without formal authority
Video class: Negotiate in English with Confidence and Fluency: Top Phrases51m
Exercise: Which phrase best level sets expectations at the start of a business negotiation
Video class: Overcome Language Barriers: Win Business Negotiations with Powerful English35m
Exercise: Business English for Executives: Creating Value and Expanding the Pie
Video class: Speak English Clearly and Confidently: Master Concise Business Communication in the US1h17m
Exercise: Select the most concise executive update structure
Video class: Top 10 Smart Business English Phrases to Boost Your Career and Professional Success10m
Exercise: Which phrase best conveys enthusiastic willingness to help while maintaining a professional tone?
Video class: 10 Conversation Enders for Advanced English Learners to Speak Confidently1h03m
Exercise: Best way to end a business conversation while keeping rapport
Video class: 5 Proven Strategies to Master Tricky English Phrases and Sound More Fluent in Casual Conversations05m
Exercise: In a high-stakes business meeting, which approach best helps an executive sound natural and professional while aligning with native usage?
Video class: A Better Response than “That's Interesting: Upgrade Your English Conversational Skills15m
Exercise: In an executive meeting, a colleague presents a well structured point. Which response shows the most professional polish and precise engagement?
Video class: Applying for Jobs in the US -- Native English Conversation Lesson16m
Exercise: Which strategy best increases visibility and trust with recruiters in a digital job market?
Video class: Camping in the United States -- Native English Conversation Lesson30m
Exercise: Select the best rollout strategy for a new strategic initiative
Video class: Conversation Starters in English: A Masterclass1h01m
Exercise: Best conversation starter at a networking reception
Video class: Discovering Starbucks' New Blockchain Rewards Program [Advanced English Conversation]17m
Exercise: Executive rollout strategy for a next-gen loyalty program
Video class: Easily Understand Native Speakers Read Microexpressions for Flawless English Conversations13m
Exercise: Strategic response to a microexpression during a status update
Video class: English Conversation about Driverless Cars, Robo Taxis, Flying Vehicles16m
Exercise: Which factor most directly strengthens robo taxi unit economics for a mobility platform
Video class: English Conversation about the US ECONOMY // Bear Market, Recession, Inflation, Liquidity30m
Exercise: Which scenario best represents a highly liquid market?
Video class: English Conversation on Lifestyle Philosophies : Fast-Paced v.s. Slow Living14m
Exercise: Executive decision-making: fast pace vs slow living
Video class: Evolution of Netflix and Streaming Services: A Native English Conversation [Advanced Level]26m
