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Business English Communication Skills

Learn practical English for networking, meetings, presentations, and negotiations in professional settings.

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Lessons
9
Time
About 53 min
Level
intermediate

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About this path

This learning path is based on a playlist from the University of Washington International & English Language Programs. It covers core communication skills for business: introducing yourself, networking, running and participating in meetings, leaving voicemails, making presentations, and negotiating. Each video gives clear language and strategies you can apply right away.

What you will learn

  • Introduce yourself and network effectively in professional settings
  • Use language for leading and participating in meetings
  • Leave clear and professional voicemail messages
  • Deliver effective presentations with control and confidence
  • Apply guidelines for successful negotiations

Who this is for

Self-paced learners who want a clear free path with creator-credited YouTube lessons.

Curriculum

Section 1: Getting Started

  1. Lesson 1: Business English Communication Skills: Introduction

    Meet Richard Moore and Daphne Mackey, instructors from the University of Washington International & English Language Programs. They introduce the Business English Communication Skills specialization and what you will learn in the courses.

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Section 2: Networking

  1. Lesson 2: Business English Communication Skills: Networking, Part 1

    Learn how to introduce yourself in professional settings and how to identify the job, company, and city of new acquaintances. This is the first part of the networking lessons.

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  2. Lesson 3: Business English Communication Skills: Networking, Part 2

    Learn how to ask for, give, and accept a business card at professional events. The video also gives tips for using social media to network in English.

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Section 3: Meetings and Voicemail

  1. Lesson 4: Business English Communication Skills: Successful Meetings

    This video covers different types of meetings, guidelines for making meetings successful, and useful meeting vocabulary. It is a foundation for participating in or leading meetings in English.

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  2. Lesson 5: Business English Communication Skills: Language for Leading the Meeting

    Learn specific language and strategies for leading meetings. The video focuses on phrases and techniques to guide a meeting effectively.

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  3. Lesson 6: Business English Communication Skills: Leaving a Voicemail

    Learn how to organize a voicemail message that is clear and professional. The video covers content structure and vocabulary commonly used in professional voicemails.

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Section 4: Presentations and Negotiations

  1. Lesson 7: Business English Communication Skills: Making an Effective Presentation

    This video teaches how to make effective presentations in English. Topics include controlling nerves, posture, eye contact, and intonation.

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  2. Lesson 8: Business English Communication Skills: Negotiating Effectively

    Learn guidelines for effective negotiations in English, including how to prepare and communicate. The video also discusses cultural differences in negotiation styles.

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  3. Lesson 9: Business English Communication Skills: Interview with Dan Poston

    Dan Poston, Assistant Dean of Masters Programs at the University of Washington Foster School of Business, shares tips for successful negotiations. This interview adds practical advice from an experienced business school leader.

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