Learn Professional Communication Skills in English

Communicate Clearly, Confidently, and Professionally in Any Business Setting

Boost your English communication skills and excel in the workplace! This course is designed for secretaries, receptionists, telephone operators, and customer service professionals. Learn to manage calls, welcome clients, handle inquiries, and resolve issues confidently using clear, professional English. Practical exercises, role-plays, and real-world scenarios help you build fluency, improve pronunciation, and communicate effectively in any business environment.

Professional Communication Skills in English

Key Benefits

Key Benefits

This course helps secretaries, receptionists, telephone operators, and customer service professionals develop the English communication skills essential for success in any business environment. You will learn to handle calls, welcome clients, manage inquiries, and resolve issues confidently and professionally. Through practical exercises, role-plays, and real-world scenarios, you will improve your fluency, vocabulary, pronunciation, and ability to communicate clearly in professional contexts. The course also focuses on cultural awareness and polite, effective communication strategies to ensure you leave a positive impression on clients and colleagues. By the end of the program, you will be able to interact confidently and efficiently in English, providing exceptional service and enhancing workplace performance.

This course is fully adaptable to your professional goals, industry, and current English level. We work with you to focus on the vocabulary, scenarios, and skills most relevant to your role, ensuring that every lesson is directly aligned with your specific needs and career objectives.

Curriculum Overview

Curriculum Overview

This course is designed to equip secretaries, receptionists, telephone operators, and customer service professionals with the English communication skills needed to excel in the workplace. The curriculum covers all key aspects of professional interactions, including managing phone calls, welcoming and assisting clients, handling inquiries, resolving complaints, and using polite, effective language across a variety of business contexts.

Through interactive lessons, role-plays, and real-world scenarios, students practise vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and listening and speaking strategies relevant to their daily tasks. Cultural awareness and professional etiquette are integrated throughout the course to ensure communication is not only accurate but also appropriate and professional. By the end of the program, participants will be confident and competent in using English to perform their roles effectively and provide exceptional service in any business environment.

Course Characteristics

Course Characteristics

  • This course is taught in English.
  • You have a dedicated teacher.
  • We tailor the course to your specific business sector.
  • Focuses on practical, real-world business communication in English.
  • Covers phone calls, client greetings, inquiries, complaints, and problem-solving.
  • Includes role-plays and interactive exercises to build fluency and confidence.
  • Develops professional vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation.
  • Integrates cultural awareness and business etiquette for effective communication.
  • Flexible delivery in a virtual classroom environment.
  • Provides personalised feedback and guidance from your teacher.
Prices

Prices

Flexible Private Lessons – Tailored to You

  • Choose the number of classes that fits your needs: 10, 25, or 50 classes.
  • Each class lasts 30 minutes and comes with a dedicated teacher and a personalised study plan designed for your specific needs.
  • All classes are taught in our virtual classroom, so you can learn whenever it’s convenient for you.

Prices

  • 10 classes = 160 Euros
  • 25 classes = 375 Euros
  • 50 classes = 700 Euros
Meet our teachers

Meet our teachers

Izabela

Izabela is an exceptional English teacher with over 12 years of experience. She holds a Bachelor’s in Linguistics, a Master’s in TEFL, a Cambridge CELTA, and a DELTA diploma. She teaches General, Business, Academic English, and exam courses to learners of all ages across Poland, Italy, Spain, and the UK. Passionate about teacher training, she thrives on seeing her trainees excel and achieve rapid progress.

Georgia

Georgia is originally from Australia. She transitioned from Human Resources into the dynamic world of language education. She holds a bachelor’s in HR, a TEFL Certificate, and a Trinity CertTESOL. With six years of teaching experience in France, she works with learners of all ages and levels, fostering language skills and cultural understanding. Georgia believes that effective communication is the key to personal and professional growth.

Alina

Alina holds an MA in English Language and Literature, as well as Cambridge CELTA, TYLEC, and Delta certifications. She has taught EFL across Ukraine, Poland, France, and England. Specialising in General English, Business English, ESP, young learners, and exam courses, Alina is also an experienced teacher trainer and has presented at international teaching conferences in Ukraine, Jordan, and the UK.

Srishti

Srishti holds a BA (Hons) in Applied Psychology, an MSc in Education and Developmental Psychology from the University of Edinburgh, and a CertTESOL from Trinity College London. She has published research on language acquisition and curriculum development. With experience in schools and private settings in India, the UK, and the US, she teaches effectively online and offline, adapting to diverse educational needs.

Georgina

Georgina has a CELTA and an MA in TESOL. She started her career as an EFL teacher in 2010 and has taught EFL in Cyprus, the UK, Italy and Portugal, at all levels from primary school to university. She has worked as a CertTESOL teacher trainer in the UK and Italy and also as a Director of Studies at a school in London.

Nickola

Nickola has been teaching English internationally for 6 years, both in person and online, including Business, Medical, and Nutrition English. She holds a TEFL (2018) and a BSc in Sports Management, Spanish, and Instructional Design. She has lived in several countries, longest in Costa Rica, and has trained people globally in person and online since 2019.
Course Programme

Course Programme

Unit 1: Introduction and Workplace Communication Essentials
  • Course overview and objectives

  • Understanding professional communication in English

  • Key phrases for greetings, introductions, and first impressions

Unit 2: Managing Telephone Calls
  • Answering and transferring calls professionally

  • Taking and leaving messages

  • Handling common phone inquiries and follow-ups

Unit 3: Welcoming and Assisting Clients
  • Greeting clients in person and via video

  • Providing clear directions and guidance

  • Using polite language and professional etiquette

Unit 4: Handling Inquiries and Requests
  • Responding to questions clearly and accurately

  • Request clarification politely when needed

  • Practising active listening and confirming understanding

Unit 5: Resolving Complaints and Difficult Situations
  • Language for addressing complaints professionally

  • Techniques for calming frustrated clients

  • Turning challenges into positive experiences

Unit 6: Writing Professional Emails and Messages
  • Key phrases for professional emails

  • Structuring messages clearly and concisely

  • Politeness and tone in written communication

Unit 7: Role-Plays and Real-Life Simulations
  • Simulated phone calls and client interactions

  • Practising all communication skills in realistic scenarios

  • Immediate feedback and strategies for improvement

Unit 8: Final Assessment and Confidence Building
  • Comprehensive review of skills learned

  • Full-length simulations of typical workplace interactions

  • Personalised feedback and tips for ongoing improvement

FAQ

FAQ

Who is this course for?
This course is designed for secretaries, receptionists, telephone operators, and customer service professionals looking to improve their English communication skills.
What skills will I develop?
You will develop professional speaking and listening skills, handle calls and client interactions confidently, resolve issues politely, and communicate clearly in English in business contexts.
Can you tailor the course to my specific needs?

Yes! Our course is fully adaptable to your professional goals, industry, and current English level. We work with you to focus on the vocabulary, scenarios, and skills most relevant to your role, ensuring that every lesson is directly aligned with your specific needs and career objectives.

What English language level do I need to take this course?

We recommend that you have a CEFR B1 or higher level of English to take this course. The course is aimed at learners preparing for professional communication.

How long is the course?
The course can be completed flexibly, depending on the number of classes you choose. You can choose 10, 25, or 50 classes.
How are the classes delivered?
Classes are delivered by a qualified teacher using our virtual classroom platform.
Can I study at my own pace?
Yes, but you must complete the course within seven weeks. Your lessons with your teacher are structured weekly, but you can complete assignments and practice exercises at times that suit you.
Who are the instructors?
All instructors are highly experienced English teachers, with Trinity or Cambridge certification and diplomas.
What are the payment options?
You can choose to pay for 10 classes = 160 Euros, 25 classes = 375 Euros, or 50 classes = 700 Euros.
How do I enrol?
You can enrol online through our website or contact our admissions team for guidance.
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Learn Professional Communication Skills in English

Professional Communication Skills in English

Communicate Clearly, Confidently, and Professionally in Any Business Setting

  1. Select the number of classes you want from the choices shown below.
  2. Click the enrolment button.
  3. Pay for the course.
  4. We will then contact you to assign your teacher and set a start date.

Buy 10 Classes

€100.00
3 months of access
  • Each class lasts 30 minutes and comes with a dedicated teacher and a personalised study plan designed for your specific needs.
  • All classes are taught in our virtual classroom, so you can learn whenever it’s convenient for you.
  • You have three months to complete your 10 classes.

These are private, teacher-led English classes.

The total price is VAT-exempt under Article 20(1)(9) of Spanish VAT Law 37/1992
(Artículo 20.Uno.9.º de la Ley 37/1992, de 28 de diciembre, del Impuesto sobre el Valor Añadido.)

Buy 25 Classes

€375.00
6 months of access
  • Each class lasts 30 minutes and comes with a dedicated teacher and a personalised study plan designed for your specific needs.
  • All classes are taught in our virtual classroom, so you can learn whenever it’s convenient for you.
  • You have six months to complete your 25 classes.

These are private, teacher-led English classes.

The total price is VAT-exempt under Article 20(1)(9) of Spanish VAT Law 37/1992
(Artículo 20.Uno.9.º de la Ley 37/1992, de 28 de diciembre, del Impuesto sobre el Valor Añadido.)

Buy 50 Classes

€700.00
1 year of access
  • Each class lasts 30 minutes and comes with a dedicated teacher and a personalised study plan designed for your specific needs.
  • All classes are taught in our virtual classroom, so you can learn whenever it’s convenient for you.
  • You have one year to complete your 50 classes.

These are private, teacher-led English classes.

The total price is VAT-exempt under Article 20(1)(9) of Spanish VAT Law 37/1992
(Artículo 20.Uno.9.º de la Ley 37/1992, de 28 de diciembre, del Impuesto sobre el Valor Añadido.)