Career-Ready English: Effective Communication


A practical English course developing workplace speaking and writing skills for learners at Pre-intermediate (A2+) level.
About this course
The course develops spoken and written English for workplace communication. Participants practise professional introductions, interviews, meetings, presentations and workplace discussions, alongside writing emails, messages, meeting notes and short summaries. Teaching uses workplace scenarios, role play, group discussions, presentations, collaborative tasks and email-writing exercises. Learners receive personalised tutor feedback and practise adapting clear, accurate language to different audiences and purposes.
What you'll learn
- Communicate appropriately in interviews, meetings, presentations and workplace discussions
- Ask effective questions, provide updates and contribute ideas in workplace situations
- Write professional emails, workplace messages, meeting notes and short summaries
- Adapt communication style for different workplace audiences and purposes
- Use clear and accurate language in spoken and written workplace communication
Is this course right for you?
The course is intended for adults with a minimum English level of Pre-intermediate (A2+) who are preparing for employment, returning to work, seeking career progression or planning further study. Participation includes role play, group discussion, collaborative tasks and individual speaking and writing practice.
- Requires a minimum English level of Pre-intermediate (A2+)
- Includes regular speaking and writing practice
- Suitable for learners preparing for work, returning to work or seeking career progression
- Involves group discussions, role play and collaborative activities
Before you go
- Course templates, writing frames and reference materials are provided.
Where this course runs
- Selected class
The Exchange, Ernest Harriss House, 61 Elgin Avenue, London W9 2BX
Ernest Harriss House, 61 Elgin Avenue, London W9 2BX
Nearest station: Maida Vale
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Upcoming classes
2 classes
Selected date
Tue 26 Jan 2027
13:00 – 15:00 • 6 weeks
£168
The Exchange, Maida Vale
English team
Book this class →Other available dates
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
26 Jan 2027 Tuesdays | 13:00 - 15:00 | Short course6 weeks | EnglishTeacher | The ExchangeErnest Harriss House, 61 Elgin Avenue, London W9 2BX | £168.00 | Book now |
11 May 2027 Tuesdays | 13:00 - 15:00 | Short course6 weeks | EnglishTeacher | The ExchangeErnest Harriss House, 61 Elgin Avenue, London W9 2BX | £168.00 |
Tue 11 May, 13:00 - 15:00
6 weeks6 weeksTue 13:00£168EnglishTeacherThe Exchange
