Learn English for life, work or university
Study English language with a course at UQ's Institute of Continuing & TESOL Education (ICTE)
English for International Business Communication (EIBC) can help you use English confidently in the workplace.
What you will learn:
- develop speaking, listening, reading and writing skills for a business context
- develop speaking skills through group and individual presentations
- learn business terminology and practices
- write various types of documents used in the workplace
- actively contribute to meetings.
Course modules
• Build your vocabulary so that you can express yourself
• Become an effective communicator in Business English.
• Learn to write Emails, reports and proposals
• Become an effective communicator
• Develop speaking and research skills
Sample timetable
Class structure:
- 20 contact hours per week
- Access to additional online and self-directed learning resources
- You may be placed in a morning or afternoon session based on your course and class level.
- Up to 18 students per class
| Morning session (8:15 am - 12:45 pm) |
Afternoon session (1:00 pm - 5:30 pm) |
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| Monday - Friday | Monday - Friday | ||
| Class | 8:15 am - 10:15 am | Class | 1:00 pm - 3:00pm |
| Break | 10:15 am - 10:45 am | Break | 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm |
| Class | 10:45 am - 12:45 pm | Class | 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm |
Entry requirements
EIBC has two entry points - IELTS 5.0 and 5.5 (or recognised equivalent).
You can also enter EIBC by successfully completing General English Level 4 or 5.
Click here to see entry requirements
Laptop
We recommend that you bring your own laptop.
Testing
When you apply you can provide us with an approved test result or we can give you a simple test on your first day at our Brisbane campus. The test will help us work out the best class for you.
Your teachers will provide informal feedback throughout the course. Formal tests on speaking, writing, reading and listening are held at the end of every 5-week session. Read more about assessment and certification.
Learn more about Business English
ICTE student, Samantha from Mexico, talks about studying Business English
Student testimonials
- 6 March 2020
- 24 February 2020
- 17 February 2020
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English for International Business
Length: From 5, 10, 15 or 20 weeks
Dates: Classes start every 5 weeks. Check for course start dates
Fees: Tuition fees will vary depending on course duration. Learn more
Entry criteria: EIBC has two entry points-IELTS 5.0 and 5.5. Check full entry requirements
Levels: Two levels
Hours per week: 20 hours in class
UQ English Language Guide
Learn more about ICTE from our 2020 UQ English Language Courses brochure.
Get to know ICTE in your language
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Apply for EIBC
If you have an IELTS (or other recognised) test result, please include a copy with your application.
Can't apply online? Complete the print application form and send it back to us.
Questions
You may also find answers to your questions in our information for new and current students.
Download the enrolment print version.
Contact us with any questions or concerns - we're here to help.