Short Courses

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 These courses are designed to enable participants to quickly acquire practical knowledge. Classes may include lectures, discussions, readings, interactive problem-solving, and laboratory work. Participants learn from leading faculty and collaborate with their peers. 

 This course teaches you how to prepare effectively for a job interview in English. We help you find the right words by practicing your answers before the interview. Additionally, we cover the concept of active listening and review various standard questions along with appropriate responses. This course provides a thorough understanding of the hiring process to help you succeed in your next job interview. Enroll today!  

 This course will provide you with the vocabulary and skills necessary to participate effectively in meetings. You will learn the terms and phrases used in both written and oral communication to organize, attend, and conclude meetings. The objectives of this course are to enable you to participate effectively in in-person meetings and teleconferences, as well as to prepare you for writing a proposal following a meeting. 

Welcome to the "Verbal Communications and Presentation Skills" course! Effective communication skills are vital in both professional and personal spheres. Imagine the confidence and comfort you would feel when communicating with colleagues, supervisors, customers, prospects, or clients. This course empowers you to develop the skills necessary to become a proficient communicator. 

These lessons on business English telephone skills are designed for anyone who needs to make business phone calls in English, such as customer service representatives, salespeople, and managers. The practical scenarios and real-world situations provided ensure success in making phone calls in English. 

Improve your pronunciation and articulation with our Accent Reduction Program. You’ll learn how to communicate clearly and confidently. This elective program is designed to enhance your English speaking and articulation skills while building your confidence in producing and understanding standard American English pronunciation. 

In this module, Business Writing, students will learn how to write effectively in a professional setting. They will focus on constructing clear sentences and creating coherent paragraphs. 

In this module, Collaborative Business Writing, students will learn how to work effectively as a team when writing. They will explore different types of collaborative business writing and the roles of team members. The module will also cover setting style guidelines and addressing barriers to successful collaborative writing.

In this module, Proposal Writing, students will learn how to write effective proposals. The module will cover the essentials of understanding proposals and initiating the proposal writing process. Students will learn how to prepare an outline and gather relevant facts. They will also develop their writing skills specific to proposal writing. The module concludes with a focus on proofreading to ensure clarity and professionalism.