OT-ES-E 343
 Professional English for Civil Service: Specialized Communication and International Relations on Mondays

Online Training Focused on Technical Language, Bilateral Exchange and Informal Communication Skills for Austrian Public Administration

Zielgruppe

This seminar is available to participants with CEFR levels B1, B2, or above.

Inhalt und Ziele

This course aims to enhance participants' proficiency in Business English with a specific focus on effective communication in professional settings and meetings. Using Berlitz's communicative method, the course combines structured language instruction with the flexibility to adapt content based on participants' specific needs or preferred topics. Through this approach, learners will improve their language skills for real-world applications, fostering confidence and fluency in English within their professional environments.

Topics & activities:

  • Business communication strategies and vocabulary development
  • Effective meeting language, including agenda-setting, discussions, and decision-making
  • Presentation skills, emphasizing clarity and professionalism
  • Role-playing for negotiation, conflict resolution, and collaborative problem-solving
  • Functional language for expressing opinions, giving feedback, and summarizing key points

Lernmethode

  • Interactive, participant-centered learning through the Berlitz method, focusing on speaking and active participation
  • Adaptable session structure allowing for real-time tailoring to participant needs or specific work-related scenarios
  • Use of Business English Level 8 Express and Meetings 5-8 (2018) material as core resources, providing 20 units each to support structured learning and practice
  • Ongoing feedback and assessments to track progress and address any emerging language needs

There are 2 separate parts to this course. You can come to one or both parts. Please register separately for each part. NB: This course is the same as “Professional English for Civil Service: Specialized Communication and International Relations” on Fridays.

Technical requirements:

  • PC / laptop / tablet / smartphone (possibly private) with camera and microphone as well as internet access, headphones are recommended
  • Webinar software platform Zoom

Trainer

Childs James

Zeit und Ort

Seminarnummer:
OT-ES-E 343
Trainingsform:
Online-Tr. / Webinar
Dauer:
10 Tag(e) (15 Stunden)
Termin:
29.09.2025 - 01.12.2025
Stundenplan:
08:30 - 10:00
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Ort:
Online

Organisation

In Verantwortung von:
Eder Ursula, Dr.
Sekretariat:
Ranzenbacher Petra

Über den/die Trainer/in

Childs James

Berlitz Austria GmbH, English language trainer. James Childs brings over 22 years of dedicated experience at Berlitz, specializing in English language training tailored to government and corporate sectors. With a BA and MA in Classics, as well as a PGCE, he is well-versed in linguistic precision and structured teaching methods, making him especially suited to instructing professionals in the Civil Service. James has a strong background in teaching English, Latin, Ancient Greek, and Ancient History, further enhancing his ability to navigate complex technical language and nuanced communication. His expertise in Business English and his deep understanding of governmental language requirements make him an ideal instructor for courses focused on professional communication and technical terminology. With extensive experience preparing students for external exams, James combines structured language instruction with flexibility to address specific participant needs, fostering confidence and fluency for real-world applications in professional environments. His commitment to Berlitz’s communicative approach ensures that each session is engaging, practical, and tailored to the goals of civil service professionals.
james.childs@berlitz.at