Business English Advanced (B2 → C1)

This Business English course refines your English in a business context. You will work towards level C1. After the course, you will communicate professionally and with impact in complex business situations.

Level

B2 - C1 (Advanced)

Location

Class Sessions, Virtual Classroom

Class format

Business

Class hours

1 hours 45 minutes

About Business English Advanced (B2 → C1)

Do you regularly speak English for work? If so, you’ll want to come across as professional, especially in a managerial role. In this Advanced Business English Course, you’ll focus on improving your professional communication in English through business-related topics. You’ll expand your professional vocabulary, learn to speak more fluently, and enhance your professional skills. Each participant will have the opportunity to practice a short presentation or pitch. In addition, ample attention is given to the intercultural aspects of working in an international environment.

In 9 Business English lessons:

  • you maintain an international network.
  • you speak with greater conviction
  • You effectively support your opinions in meetings.
  • improve your leadership skills in English
  • present yourself with more confidence.
  • you’ll expand your intercultural knowledge.

In this course, you will work toward achieving a C1 language proficiency level. In addition, by the end of this course, you will be able to confidently give a presentation to your colleagues, respond to questions effectively, and come across as professional when it matters most. After completing this course, you can continue with the Business English Proficiency Course (C1 → C2).

Time investment

Sessions

This course consists of 9 meetings.

Lesson duration

Each class lasts 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Frequency

In this course, you will have classes once a week.

Self-study

You do 2 hours a week of self-study at home.

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Who is it for?

This course is for professionals and students who want to increase their vocabulary, fluency and professional skills for their business English. The course is suitable for anyone who has mastered English at B2 level.

Determine your language level
Want to know which course best suits your language level? We would be happy to help you! Take our free entry test and receive personal advice so that you get the most out of the course.

Do you prefer to take classes in a different format? Check out the options.

Private lesson

One-on-one

Want to make faster progress with personal attention? With 1-on-1 lessons, you’ll receive customized guidance tailored to your learning goals and pace.

Business

With your colleagues

Looking for a course for your team or organization? Choose a hands-on customized course that is fully aligned with your organization’s goals.

Schedule

View the schedule for the different start dates here:

2 September 2026
18:00 - 19:45
Nieuwegracht 94, Utrecht
Still 8 spots
2 September 2026
18:00 - 19:45
Online, Virtual Classroom
Still 8 spots
9 November 2026
19:00 - 19:45
Online, Virtual Classroom
Still 9 spots
11 February 2027
20:00 - 19:45
Online, Virtual Classroom
Still 10 spots
20 April 2027
18:00 - 19:45
Online, Virtual Classroom
Still 10 spots

Pricing

Course price: € 699,-
Excluding course materials

A language course is an investment in yourself. In your self-confidence. In your future in the Netherlands or beyond. That’s why at Babel, we work with you to figure out the costs. You don’t always have to pay for a course yourself. Sometimes DUO helps out. Sometimes your employer does. And sometimes you get a discount. Find out what’s possible for you. Read more about the Funding for your course.

Method

Our teaching method combines a structured approach with hands-on working methods. The lessons are active, personal, varied and practical. There is always attention for your pace and learning style. Curious about how we design the course?

Approach

You work alternately in pairs, small groups and classrooms. You will practice intensively with realistic business situations, such as meetings, presentations and professional conversations. In the classes you will speak English as much as possible, so you will progress faster and build up more self-confidence.

Teaching Materials

You work with the book “Business Result Advanced,” supplemented with additional worksheets and videos. The material connects to current business topics and helps you apply language directly to your own work situation. In this way you learn not only the rules, but especially what works in practice. Before the start of the course, we will inform you how you can easily order the teaching materials so that you can start your lesson well prepared.

Teachers

You will be taught by an experienced teacher who has an eye for your learning goals and development points. You will regularly receive targeted feedback on your language use, pronunciation and communication. The teacher guides you step-by-step through the material and provides a safe learning environment with plenty of room to practice.

Certificate of Participation

You will receive a certificate of participation from us if you have actively participated in at least 80% of the meetings.

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What our students say

4.8/5 op basis van 120 reviews

★★★★★
24-06-2026

Good choice to enrich your language skills

Took a course to improve my English writing skills. Am very satisfied with the way the course is mostly practical in design, making it immediately useful. The instructor has the right skills and can convey the material well.

★★★★★
24-06-2026

Excellent instructors and engaging, interactive learning materials

Took an English course online for three months in a class of +- 15 people. The material is very engaging and current, which makes learning easier and more fun. Also, the classes are very interactive, which means you stay focused and talk a lot in English.

★★★★★
24-06-2026

Approachable, good content

The step was quite big for me to start, but the entry level is very accessible. All aspects are adequately covered; speaking, listening, reading, grammar. You get good feedback. Because there is a lot of material to do independently, you can get as much out of it as you want.

Frequently asked questions

How do I know which English language level suits me?

To make sure you enrol at the right level, you can take our free placement test. This test will help you assess your current level of English. Once you’ve completed it, the test will be marked by one of our experienced teachers, who will provide you with personalised feedback. That way, you’ll know exactly which level suits you best.

Can I make up a missed English class?

Unfortunately, in group courses it is not possible to make up a missed lesson, because the lessons take place at fixed times for the whole group. Through the lesson materials, homework and lesson plan in MyBabel, you can work through the missed material independently, so that you can continue to follow the course well.

Can I pay for my English course in installments?

You pay the course fee in a single payment. You can do this upon registration via iDEAL, credit card, or by having your employer pay the invoice.

What are the advantages of a group language course?

A group language course offers the opportunity to learn and practice with others. You benefit from interactive lessons, learn from the questions and experiences of fellow students, and have plenty of opportunity to use the language actively. In addition, the group dynamic often provides extra motivation and a pleasant learning environment.

What is a virtual classroom?

A virtual classroom is a live online language course in which you take lessons together with a teacher and other students. You participate via Zoom or Teams, for example, and actively practice during the lesson. This combines the interaction of a group lesson with the convenience of online learning. Many students choose this form because of its flexibility.

What skills will you develop during a Business English course?

During a business English course, you'll work on communication skills that you'll use immediately in the workplace. For example, you practice meeting, presenting, writing emails, negotiating and having conversations with international colleagues or clients. The lessons are often tailored to your level, position and work situation. This allows you to immediately apply what you have learned in practice.