TALKUP ENGLISH – BUSINESS ENGLISH COURSE

The TalkUp English – Business English Course is a professional development program designed for individuals who need to communicate…

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The TalkUp English – Business English Course is a professional development program designed for individuals who need to communicate with precision, authority, and cultural awareness in a corporate setting.

The course transitions from general conversational English to functional professional skills, focusing on the specific vocabulary and etiquette required for international commerce

Course Curriculum

WEEK 1 – Professional Introductions & First Impressions
Master the art of the "Elevator Pitch" and professional etiquette. This week focuses on establishing credibility and rapport within the first 60 seconds of any business interaction, whether in person or via video conference.

1. WEEKLY OVERVIEW
2. CORE VOCABULARY (WITH SIMPLE PRONUNCIATION & MEANING)
3. PRONUNCIATION PRACTICE
4. GRAMMAR FOCUS – PROFESSIONAL INTRODUCTIONS
5. READING PRACTICE
6. LISTENING PRACTICE (TRANSCRIPT)
7. SPEAKING PRACTICE
8. WRITING TASK
9. CBT CONFIDENCE CORNER
10. HOMEWORK (WITH MODEL ANSWERS)

WEEK 2 Advanced Cause & Effect Language
WEEK 2 – Advanced Cause & Effect LanguageThis week focuses on developing sophisticated language for expressing cause-and-effect relationships. Learners practice using advanced connectors, transition phrases, and complex sentence structures to explain reasons, results, and consequences clearly. Emphasis is placed on precision, logical flow, and strengthening analytical writing for academic and professional contexts.

WEEK 3 Advanced Contrast & Comparison Language
This week focuses on using advanced structures to compare ideas and highlight contrasts effectively. Learners practice sophisticated linking phrases, comparative expressions, and nuanced vocabulary to present balanced arguments and detailed analysis. Emphasis is placed on clarity, cohesion, and developing more refined academic and professional communication skills.

WEEK 4 Advanced Persuasive Language
WEEK 4 – Advanced Persuasive LanguageThis week focuses on developing powerful persuasive techniques for academic and professional communication. Learners practice using rhetorical strategies, compelling vocabulary, and structured arguments to influence and engage their audience effectively. Emphasis is placed on clarity, logical reasoning, emotional appeal, and strengthening overall impact in both written and spoken communication.

WEEK 5 Advanced Reporting Language (Reported Speech & Summarising)
WEEK 5 – Advanced Reporting Language (Reported Speech & Summarising)This week focuses on mastering advanced structures for reporting information accurately and effectively. Learners practice using reported speech in various tenses, transforming direct statements into indirect forms, and summarising key ideas clearly. Emphasis is placed on precision, formal tone, and integrating sources smoothly in academic and professional communication.

WEEK 6 Advanced Conditional Language (Real, Unreal & Hypothetical Situations)
WEEK 6 – Advanced Conditional Language (Real, Unreal & Hypothetical Situations)This week focuses on mastering advanced conditional structures to express real, unreal, and hypothetical situations with clarity and precision. Learners practice using mixed conditionals, inverted conditionals, and nuanced forms to discuss possibilities, regrets, consequences, and imagined scenarios. Emphasis is placed on accuracy, complexity, and applying these structures effectively in academic and professional communication.

WEEK 7 Advanced Passive Voice & Formal Structures
WEEK 7 – Advanced Passive Voice & Formal StructuresThis week focuses on refining the use of advanced passive constructions and formal sentence structures commonly used in academic and professional writing. Learners practice impersonal forms, nominalisation, and complex sentence patterns to create objective, precise, and sophisticated communication. Emphasis is placed on clarity, formality, and enhancing overall written fluency.

WEEK 8 Academic Linking, Cohesion & Flow
WEEK 8 – Academic Linking, Cohesion & FlowThis week focuses on improving the logical flow and organization of ideas in academic writing and speaking. Learners practice using advanced linking devices, cohesive phrases, and paragraph structuring techniques to connect ideas smoothly. Emphasis is placed on clarity, coherence, and creating well-structured responses that demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills.

WEEK 9 Advanced Argumentation & Evaluating Evidence
WEEK 9 – Advanced Argumentation & Evaluating EvidenceThis week focuses on developing strong, well-supported arguments in academic and professional contexts. Learners practice structuring complex arguments, analyzing different perspectives, and evaluating the credibility and relevance of evidence. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, logical reasoning, and presenting balanced conclusions supported by clear and persuasive justification.

WEEK 10 Advanced Negotiation, Diplomacy & Polite Persuasion
WEEK 10 – Advanced Negotiation, Diplomacy & Polite PersuasionThis week focuses on refining communication strategies for negotiation and professional interaction. Learners practice using diplomatic language, tactful disagreement, and polite persuasion techniques to influence outcomes while maintaining positive relationships. Emphasis is placed on tone control, strategic phrasing, and balancing assertiveness with professionalism in complex discussions.

WEEK 11 Advanced Presentation Skills & Public Speaking Language
WEEK 11 – Advanced Presentation Skills & Public Speaking LanguageThis week focuses on enhancing confidence and impact in professional and academic presentations. Learners develop advanced language for structuring presentations, signposting ideas clearly, and engaging audiences effectively. Emphasis is placed on persuasive delivery, voice control, body language, and using sophisticated vocabulary to communicate complex ideas with clarity and authority.

WEEK 12 Synthesis, Critical Response & Integrated Communication
WEEK 12 – Synthesis, Critical Response & Integrated CommunicationThis week focuses on integrating multiple skills to produce well-developed, analytical responses. Learners practice synthesising information from different sources, evaluating arguments critically, and presenting coherent, evidence-based conclusions. Emphasis is placed on connecting ideas logically, responding thoughtfully to complex topics, and demonstrating confident, integrated communication in both written and spoken contexts.

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