Business English Upper-Intermediate (B1 → B2)
Locations: Utrecht, Virtual Classroom
Level: Upper-Intermediate (B1/B2)
This Business English course focuses on the use of English in a business context. You will work towards level B2. After completing the course, you will be able to speak with more confidence in a professional environment.
599,-
I want to register right awayStarting from 13 April 2026
- 15 April 2026
- 25 June 2026
- 31 August 2026
+ 1 more start datesAbout the course
Do you sometimes speak English at work and would you like to improve your skills? In this Upper-Intermediate Business English course, you will focus on your professional communication in English based on business themes. You will expand your professional vocabulary, learn to speak more fluently and boost your confidence. You will practise with recognisable work situations and refresh the most important grammar. In addition, there is ample attention for the intercultural aspects of working in an international environment.
Who is it for?
This course has been developed for professionals and students who want to increase their vocabulary, fluency and confidence in business English. The course is suitable for higher professional education and university graduates who have a command of English at B1 level.
Before you start the course, you can take our free placement test. This test will help us determine which course is right for you. You will receive personalised advice so that you can get the most out of the course.
Learning goals
In 9 lessons of Business English, you will:
- speak more fluently in business conversations.
- communicate business decisions clearly.
- substantiate your opinions strongly in meetings.
- speak effectively when working on a project basis.
- discuss employment conditions in detail.
- motivate your employees with the right words.
In this course, you will work towards language level B2. In addition, after the course you will be able to speak confidently, formulate your point more clearly and answer questions with less hesitation. You will be heard and taken seriously. You will lay a solid foundation for follow-up lessons (Business English for Advanced Learners B2 – C1) and for conversations that will really make an impact in the workplace. If you have actively participated in at least 80% of the sessions, you will receive a certificate of participation
Method
Our teaching method combines a structured approach with practical working methods. The lessons are active, personal, varied and practical. Our teachers are attentive to your learning pace and style. Curious about how we structure the course?
Approach
We work in small groups and in pairs. This allows you to practise intensively with realistic business situations, such as meetings, presentations and professional conversations. You will speak English as much as possible during the lessons, so that you can make faster progress and build more confidence.
Teaching materials
You will work with the book “Business Result Upper-intermediate”, supplemented with additional worksheets and videos. The material ties in with current business themes and helps you to apply the language directly in your own work situation. This way, you will not only learn the rules, but above all what works in practice.
Teachers
You will be taught by an experienced teacher who is attentive to your learning goals and areas for development. You will receive regular, targeted feedback on your language use, pronunciation and communication. The teacher will guide you step by step through the material and provide a safe learning environment with plenty of opportunity to practise.
Time Investment
- Sessions:
This course consists of 9 meetings. - Lesson time:
Each lesson lasts 1 hour and 45 minutes. - Frequency:
This course consists of one lesson per week. - Self-study:
You will spend 2 hours per week on self-study at home.
Practical
- For this course, we use the book “Business Result Upper-intermediate”. You can easily order this via our special book page. We ask that you have the material before the first lesson so that we can get off to a good start together.
- Do you work at Utrecht University or are you enrolled at this university as an exchange student? Then you are eligible for a 15% discount on this course. Register with your UU email address and the discount will be applied automatically.
Schedule
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Starting date: 13 April 2026 (Utrecht)
Day Date Start End Monday 13 April 2026 15:15 17:00 Monday 20 April 2026 15:15 17:00 Monday 4 May 2026 15:15 17:00 Monday 11 May 2026 15:15 17:00 Monday 18 May 2026 15:15 17:00 Monday 1 June 2026 15:15 17:00 Monday 8 June 2026 15:15 17:00 Monday 15 June 2026 15:15 17:00 Monday 22 June 2026 15:15 17:00 -
Starting date: 15 April 2026 (Virtual Classroom)
Day Date Start End Wednesday 15 April 2026 20:00 21:45 Wednesday 22 April 2026 20:00 21:45 Wednesday 29 April 2026 20:00 21:45 Wednesday 6 May 2026 20:00 21:45 Wednesday 13 May 2026 20:00 21:45 Wednesday 20 May 2026 20:00 21:45 Wednesday 27 May 2026 20:00 21:45 Wednesday 3 June 2026 20:00 21:45 Wednesday 10 June 2026 20:00 21:45 -
Starting date: 25 June 2026 (Virtual Classroom)
Day Date Start End Thursday 25 June 2026 20:00 21:45 Thursday 2 July 2026 20:00 21:45 Thursday 9 July 2026 20:00 21:45 Thursday 16 July 2026 20:00 21:45 Thursday 23 July 2026 20:00 21:45 Thursday 30 July 2026 20:00 21:45 Thursday 6 August 2026 20:00 21:45 Thursday 13 August 2026 20:00 21:45 Thursday 20 August 2026 20:00 21:45 -
Starting date: 31 August 2026 (Utrecht)
Day Date Start End Monday 31 August 2026 18:00 19:45 Monday 7 September 2026 18:00 19:45 Monday 14 September 2026 18:00 19:45 Monday 21 September 2026 18:00 19:45 Monday 28 September 2026 18:00 19:45 Monday 5 October 2026 18:00 19:45 Monday 12 October 2026 18:00 19:45 Monday 19 October 2026 18:00 19:45 Monday 26 October 2026 18:00 19:45 -
Starting date: 31 August 2026 (Virtual Classroom)
Day Date Start End Monday 31 August 2026 18:00 19:45 Monday 7 September 2026 18:00 19:45 Monday 14 September 2026 18:00 19:45 Monday 21 September 2026 18:00 19:45 Monday 28 September 2026 18:00 19:45 Monday 5 October 2026 18:00 19:45 Monday 12 October 2026 18:00 19:45 Monday 19 October 2026 18:00 19:45 Monday 26 October 2026 18:00 19:45
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