Business English - ULV

About the course

Short-term Professional Development Program Abroad

University of La Verne

Program Theme

Speak with confidence the business language. Intensive 3-week program focused on improving fluency in the business context.

Target

Adults interested in developing essential knowledge in business English.

Objectives

The student will develop the mastery of the English language with a focus on vocabulary and expressions of the business world, enhancing its fluency and acquiring security in its communication within the business context.The executive exchange program will provide new professional challenges to develop your career from a global perspective.

Business English - ULV

Benefits for scholarship holders participating in this program:

  • Partial scholarship available for program tuition

  • Guidance and documents for obtaining the US Visa

  • Academic preparation and logistics for the program

  • Personalized support before and during the course

Why should I attend this course?

  • Native teachers with experience in teaching foreign students
  • Student placement for better class performance
  • Course offered in partnership with ELS Language Center or American English College
  • Optional visit to the Port of Los Angeles

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July - 2022

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January - 2016

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Content

Crafting Your Professional Brand

By the end of the week, students will create and deliver a professional, effective resume and introduce themselves, their leadership strenghts, and future goals. 

Key Business English Objectives:

  • Communicate your personal brand clearly and persuasively. 
  • Build confidence when speaking about your experiences in high-stakes settings 
  • Understands U.S. professional expectations around resumes and self-presentation

Class Dynamic

Interactive breakout sessions, self research projections, and peer feedback and teamwork. Students will rotate roles (presenter, evaluator) to build fluency, feedback skills, and reflective pratice.

Mastering Professional Interactions

By the end of the week, students will continue to develop language fluency, cultural awareness, and communication strategies needed to engage effectively in U.S. business settings.

Key Business English Objectives:

  • Gain confidence engaging in professional conversation in English.
  • Practice effective communication techniques used in U.S. workplaces.
  • Learn to contribute ideas clearly in meetings, build rapport, and present with purpose.
  • Develop strategies for relationship-building and professional storytelling.

Class Dynamic

Highly interactive and real-world focused. Students engage in structured simulations, peer feedback, and guided practice to strengthen fluency, spontaneity, and professionalism. Emphasis is placed on tone, clarity, body language, and active participation.

Navigating Conflict and Leading Through Challenges

By the end of the week, students will demosntrate their ability to manage professional challenges by participating in a workplace simulation involving a conflict scenario, where they will practice giving and receiving feedback, proposing solutions, and support collaboration.

Key Business English Objectives:

  • Communicate effectively in difficult or high-pressure situations.
  • Give and receive constructive feedback with clarity and empathy.
  • Respond to complaints or criticism using professional language and tone.
  • Offer guidance, support, and solutions in team settings.
  • Strengthen collaboration and conflict-resolution skills in multicultural environments.

Class Dynamic

Team-based and experiential. Students will take on different roles (e.g. team lead, employee, client) to explore a range of perspectives and practice emotional intelligence, active listening, and problem-solving in real-time. Group debriefs and instructor coaching will help translate language practice into practical, professional skills.

Frequently Asked Questions

Courses are 3 weeks with classes from Monday to Wednesday full-time. The student will take the administration module in one period and, in the case of students from the United States and England, the English module in another. In Italy, the other period is dedicated to the preparation of the work to be presented at the end of the course. 
On Thursdays, students in the thematic courses have company visits or lectures with local executives. 
Please refer to the course page for specific details of course load, syllabus and extra activities. 

A short course is a practical and intensive way to improve your knowledge in a short time, without the need to leave your home country for long periods. These short courses provide a complete immersion in the content, as well as networking opportunities with students of diverse nationalities. Travel to these courses can be carried out with a tourist visa, which simplifies the process of entry into the country, being a convenient option for those seeking a fast and effective international experience.

We recommend that you bring your laptop to carry out academic activities and access digital materials. It will be useful both for assignments and for accessing the online library provided by professors.

PROGRAM COORDINATION IN BRAZIL
Professor Ricardo Britto

PhD in Business Administration from FEA/USP, he is one of the most experienced Brazilian professors in International Business.

Apply for a Scholarship
  • University of La Verne
  • Location
    La Verne - United States
  • Next terms
    2026 and 2027
  • Dates
    3 weeks (January or July)
  • Investment
    U$ 5.065 + Enrollment: U$ 90
    Check opportunities for partial scholarships
  • Program Profile
    Classes and optional visits
  • Workload
    60 class-hours (lectures, talks and company visits)
  • Additional Activity
    Company visits and local events (no translation)
  • Students per Classroom
    From 15 to 20
    students
  • Certification
    Certificate in Business English
  • Language
    English
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