Business English Teacher Training Course (120 Hours)
Business English Teacher Training (BETT) is a 120-hour online course in teaching English to adults for work: business writing and speaking, formal correspondence, presentations, feedback and adult classroom management. It has 11 modules, is designed for up to 6 months and costs US$130, £110 or ₹9,000 plus GST.
Who this course is for
- TEFL teachers who want corporate clients
- Trainers teaching professionals online
- Teachers in business hubs such as Dubai, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Riyadh and Mexico City
What you will learn
- Teach business writing and correspondence
- Teach meetings, presentations and professional speaking
- Plan, evaluate and give feedback to adult learners
- Manage adult classes and materials
Why business English is in demand
Companies worldwide need staff who can write clear emails, run meetings, present and negotiate in English. They pay for training, and professionals pay for online lessons that help their careers. That makes business English one of the better-paid areas of TEFL.
What the 11 modules cover
- Business writing: emails, reports and formal letters
- Professional speaking: meetings, presentations, negotiations and phone calls
- Language learning versus language acquisition for adults
- Needs analysis and planning courses for companies
- Lesson planning, evaluation and feedback for adult learners
- Adult classroom management and handling difficult situations
- Materials management and making lessons engaging
- Teaching the soft skills professionals need at work
Where you can teach business English
- In-company classes for corporate clients
- Online one-to-one lessons with professionals
- Language schools' adult and business programmes
- Corporate training departments in hubs such as Dubai, Riyadh, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Mexico City and São Paulo
Combine with a TEFL Certificate
Business English Teacher Training is a stand-alone course, but most trainers combine it with the 120-hour TEFL Certificate for the full qualification. Business English is also one of the two specialisms in the Advanced Diploma.
A sample business English lesson
A typical lesson might start with a short discussion about a real work task, then present useful phrases for, say, chairing a meeting, practise them in a role play, and finish with feedback on language and confidence. The course shows you how to plan lessons like this around each client's needs.
Time and cost
The course is 120 hours, designed for up to 6 months, and costs US$130, £110 or ₹9,000 plus GST.
Who designed it
The course was created by London College of Teachers' senior mentor, who has more than 35 years of experience in the ESL sector.
Business English Teacher Training syllabus
11 modules: business writing and speaking, business letters, learning vs acquisition, lesson planning, evaluation and feedback, adult classroom management, materials management, soft skills
Fees and study time
The Business English (BETT) costs US$130, £110 or ₹9,000 + GST. It is designed for up to 6 months of self-paced study. Compare all fees and payment options.
Entry requirements
Good English communication. No degree or teaching experience is needed to enrol, although many countries ask for a degree for teaching visas.
How you are assessed
Each module ends with multiple-choice questions, and the answer key is emailed to you so you can review your work. Tutors review your assignments and you complete a final assignment before certification. The course uses Communicative Language Teaching (CLT).
Teaching practice
Teaching practice is optional but strongly recommended if you have never taught. Arrange sessions with a school or institute near you, and London College of Teachers will provide a recommendation letter for the internship.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a TEFL first?
It is a stand-alone course, but most trainers combine it with a 120-hour TEFL for the full qualification.
Who designed the course?
LCT's senior mentor, who has more than 35 years of ESL experience.
How long does the Business English course take?
120 hours, designed for up to six months of self-paced study.
Can I teach business English online?
Yes. Many professionals take one-to-one business English lessons online.
Is it suitable for corporate trainers?
Yes. It covers needs analysis, business communication and adult classroom management.
