English Speaking Advanced (B2/C1)
Location: Nieuwegracht 94, Utrecht
Level: Upper-Intermediate (B1/B2), Advanced (B2/C1)
Is your English a little rusty and are you working in international Business? Are you a Mid-level managers or professionals needing more refined English skills? Are you leading discussions and presentations during your work and in need of better professional or academic communication?
In the advanced communication course Fluent Business English (Spoken Proficiency B2) you continually speak English, develop your vocabulary, and refresh some grammar along the way. Your active participation in conversations on a wide variety of subjects will increase your fluency and confidence in English.
About the course
The main focus is fluency and ease of communication. There will be discussions on a wide range of topics. The course also covers work on vocabulary development and revision. Grammar will be reviewed on the basis of errors made during the discussions.
You can start with this course if you are on B2 level. Would you like to know your current language level? Try our free language level test!
Learning goals
What will you learn?
- Speaking with confidence in corporate settings
- Handling challenging negotiations
- Delivering engaging presentations
- Writing persuasive business proposals
- Speaking persuasively and with nuance V Participating in discussions and debates
- Leading official presentations and meetings Handling complex questions and situations
Method
During this interactive course there will be individual assignments, but we will also be working in pairs and small groups. You will receive regular, structured feedback on both your spoken work and delivery of presentations. Giving feedback to and receiving feedback from ow students is also part of our didactic approach. We will guide you in this process.
Practical exercises:
- Advanced (business) presentations
- Realistic negotiation simulations
- Role-plays with business and formal communication
- Debate and public speaking training
Time Investment
This course consists of 9 sessions at Babel in Utrecht or in the virtual classroom. The advised self-study load is approximately 2 hours per meeting
Practical
- The language of instruction is English.
- In this course, we offer you practical exercises with an emphasis on cooperative work and task-based activities. Grammar revision and vocabulary work are done in class and on a self-study basis.
- You can order your book here.
- Active participation is preferred in the course meetings; also preparing for the discussion tasks. You will receive a certificate of participation if you attend at least 8 meetings.
- If you work or study at Utrecht University you will receive a 15% discount. Please register with your UU email address. Your registration will then be processed automatically.
Schedule
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Starting date: 4 September 2025 (Utrecht)
Day Date Start End Thursday 4 September 2025 18:00 19:45 Thursday 11 September 2025 18:00 19:45 Thursday 18 September 2025 18:00 19:45 Thursday 25 September 2025 18:00 19:45 Thursday 2 October 2025 18:00 19:45 Thursday 9 October 2025 18:00 19:45 Thursday 16 October 2025 18:00 19:45 Thursday 23 October 2025 18:00 19:45 Thursday 30 October 2025 18:00 19:45 -
Starting date: 14 November 2025 (Utrecht)
Day Date Start End Friday 14 November 2025 15:15 17:00 Friday 21 November 2025 15:15 17:00 Friday 28 November 2025 15:15 17:00 Friday 5 December 2025 15:15 17:00 Friday 12 December 2025 15:15 17:00 Friday 19 December 2025 15:15 17:00 Friday 9 January 2026 15:15 17:00 Friday 16 January 2026 15:15 17:00 Friday 23 January 2026 15:15 17:00
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If you want to take a course at Babel, it is important to take our free placement test.
