Business English · Since 2004
Learn Business English – Online & In-Person
From €60 / hour · VAT-exempt
Why Learning Business English Is Essential for Your Career
In today's globalised business world, confident Business English is no longer an optional extra – it is a fundamental requirement. Whether you are chairing meetings with international partners, delivering presentations to English-speaking audiences, or drafting important emails to overseas clients: strong Business English opens doors and accelerates your career. At Simmonds Language Services, you learn Business English exactly the way you actually need it at work – practical, individual, and efficient.
Our courses are designed for working professionals across all industries – from executives and project managers to marketing specialists and office staff. We analyse your individual needs and develop a bespoke training programme that targets exactly where you need it. We combine classic one-to-one tuition with native-speaking trainers and cutting-edge AI avatar technology for additional speaking practice between lessons.
Since 2004, over 50 well-known companies have trusted our training – including DHL, Toyota, Continental, and Media Markt. Our approach is simple: we prepare you for the situations that truly matter in your working day. No textbook English, but real communicative competence. Whether online training from anywhere or face-to-face tuition in Hannover and Berlin – you choose the format that fits your schedule.
What You Will Learn
- Confidently chair and moderate meetings in English
- Deliver persuasive presentations in English
- Write professional emails and business correspondence
- Conduct negotiations confidently in English
- Build industry-specific vocabulary
- Master small talk and networking in English
International Meetings
Open agendas, moderate discussions, and summarise outcomes – in English, without hesitation. Our trainers simulate realistic meeting scenarios from your professional life.
Presentations & Talks
Quarterly reports, product launches, or strategy presentations – we train structure, rhetoric, and specialist vocabulary for compelling performances on the international stage.
Negotiations & Contracts
Price negotiations, contract clauses, and compromise-finding in English. Learn diplomatic phrasing and assertive argumentation for successful business deals.
Emails & Correspondence
From the subject line to the sign-off – professional business correspondence in English with industry-standard phrases and the right tone for every occasion.
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How much does it cost?
| Format | Duration | Price (approx.) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online — Standard | 60 minutes | €60–70 | Zoom, Teams, Meet |
| Online — Extended | 90 minutes | €90–110 | Recommended for deeper focus |
| In-person | 90 min. (min.) | €115–140 | Berlin or Hanover |
| Group training | By arrangement | On request | 4–8 participants |
Prices depend on format, frequency, and requirements. Language instruction is VAT-exempt (§4 Nr.21 UStG).
Who we work with
“Wir schulen seit 5 Jahren unsere Teams über Simmonds. Die branchenspezifischen Materialien und die Flexibilität der Trainer machen den Unterschied.”
Laura M., Leiterin Personalentwicklung, DHL Supply Chain“Nach einem dreimonatigen Intensivtraining konnte ich meine erste internationale Präsentation souverän auf Englisch halten.”
Stefan K., Projektleiter, Continental AG“Die kostenlosen Online-Lektionen haben mich überzeugt. Die Qualität des Einzelunterrichts hat meine Erwartungen übertroffen.”
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Improve your English for free
Free online lessons twice a week, vocabulary trainer with 600 words, and a placement test – all without signing up.
Get in touch
Tell us briefly what you need English or German for — we'll suggest the best format for your goals and schedule.
We typically respond within one working day.
What to expect
- ✓Confident in meetings
- ✓Persuasive presentations
- ✓Professional negotiations
- ✓Texts that work