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Simmonds Language Services

Measurable Business English Success Through the Questions Method

Measurable Business English competence through Simmonds innovative Questions Method with AI integration. Our native-speaking trainers transform your product catalogs, technical documentation, and business materials into immediately applicable exercises.

Human + AI = Faster Results

From €60 / hour · VAT-exempt

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Since 2004Native speakers only50+ corporate clientsCEFR A1–C2VAT-exempt

Since 2004

20+ years experience

100+

Corporate clients across Germany

Native Speakers

Dedicated trainers with industry experience

GDPR-compliant

VAT-exempt per §4

Business English for Companies

Why Companies Choose Simmonds for Business English Courses

Simmonds Language Services has provided specialised online Business English courses for companies across Germany since 2004. Over 100 corporate clients — from DAX-listed corporations to SMEs — trust our native-speaking trainers for industry-specific Business English. Our courses cover all key competencies: English meetings, negotiations, presentations, email correspondence, and conference calls. Every curriculum is individually tailored to industry, level, and goals. With private lessons from €60/h (VAT-exempt), flexible scheduling via Zoom, Teams, or Meet, plus optional AI avatar training, we offer the most efficient solution for professional Business English in Germany.

Industries We Serve

Automotive & Industry

VW, BMW, Porsche, Siemens, Bosch, ThyssenKrupp — technical English for engineers and project managers.

Financial Services

Deutsche Bank, Commerzbank, Allianz, R+V — Financial English for reporting, compliance, and investor communication.

IT & Software

SAP, Siemens Healthineers, DATEV, dSPACE — technical English for software development and IT projects.

Logistics & Export

DHL, Hapag-Lloyd, BLG, Hellmann — supply chain English, freight documentation, and international negotiations.

Pharma & Research

Bayer, BioNTech, Merck, Boehringer Ingelheim — scientific English for publications and conferences.

SMEs & Mittelstand

Würth, Viega, HELLA, Festo — Business English for hidden champions with international focus.

Start in 3 Steps

How Your Online Business English Course Works

Step 1

Free Placement Test

We assess your current level and professional requirements. Online, straightforward, and free.

Step 2

Individual Learning Plan

Your trainer creates a tailored plan: industry-specific vocabulary, scenarios from your daily work, clear learning objectives.

Step 3

Flexible Live Lessons

Via Zoom, Teams, Meet, or WebEx — morning, noon, or evening. 60 or 90 minutes, individual or small groups.

Why Simmonds?

Simmonds Language School

German language school since 2004
Dedicated trainers with industry experience
Structured curriculum + HR reporting
VAT-exempt — cheaper than competitors
AI avatar training 24/7 included
128 city pages — local expertise nationwide

Typical Providers

Platforms without dedicated trainers
General courses without industry focus
No curriculum or progress tracking
VAT and hidden costs
No AI technology
No local connection to your location

Transparent Pricing

From €60 / hour

VAT-exempt per §4 Nr.21 UStG

Initial Consultation

Free

Placement Test

Free

Hidden Costs

None

FAQ: Online Business English Courses

Private lessons from €60 per hour, VAT-exempt. Initial consultation and placement test are free. Corporate courses on request — we create an individual offer based on participant numbers and intensity.

Yes. Tailored corporate courses for teams of 2-8 participants. Industry-specific vocabulary, HR reporting, progress tracking, and flexible scheduling. Over 100 companies have trusted us since 2004.

Yes. 1:1 private lessons with dedicated native-speaking trainers. Individual curriculum, flexible morning, noon, or evening scheduling. From €60/h, VAT-exempt.

Automotive, financial services, IT & software, pharma & biotech, logistics, engineering, insurance, renewable energy, and many more. We have 128 city pages with industry-specific vocabulary for all of Germany.

Yes. Our AI avatar enables 24/7 English training: simulate meetings, presentations, and phone calls — without scheduling. Ideal as a supplement to live lessons.

We are a German language school since 2004, not a platform. Dedicated trainers with industry experience, structured curriculum with clear learning objectives, HR reporting and progress tracking. VAT-exempt and therefore cheaper than most competitors.

Via Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, or WebEx — you choose the platform. 60 or 90 minutes per session. Your trainer uses your own business materials (emails, presentations, reports) for maximum practical relevance.

Private lessons are ideal for individual goals, flexible times, and discrete training (e.g., for executives). Group courses suit teams with similar levels and are more cost-effective. We advise you free of charge.

Yes. Business English courses are tax-deductible as professional development costs. For companies as a business expense, for self-employed and employees as income-related expenses. We issue proper invoices.

Nationwide! We have specialised city pages for 128 cities across Germany — from Hamburg to Munich, from Aachen to Dresden. Each page contains industry-specific content for the local economy.

Immediately after the free initial consultation and placement test. Lessons usually begin within 1-2 weeks. For corporate courses, we coordinate the schedule with your HR department.

All trainers are native speakers with at least 5 years of Business English training experience. Many have worked in business themselves — in finance, technology, or pharma — and understand the requirements of your industry.

Specialisations

English for Engineers

Technical English for automotive, mechanical engineering, and R&D.

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English for Finance

Financial English for reporting, compliance, and investor communication.

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English for IT & Software

Tech English for software development, project management, and Agile.

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Free Consultation for Your Company

Schedule a free initial consultation. We analyse your team's English requirements and create a tailored training concept for your industry.

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Next Step

Free Needs Analysis

We analyse the English requirements for your team and industry. Then you receive an individual training concept and quote.

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How good is your English?

English Placement Tests

How much does it cost?

FormatDurationPrice (approx.)Notes
Online — Standard60 minutes€60–70Zoom, Teams, Meet
Online — Extended90 minutes€90–110Recommended for deeper focus
In-person90 min. (min.)€115–140Berlin or Hanover
Group trainingBy arrangementOn request4–8 participants

Prices depend on format, frequency, and requirements. Language instruction is VAT-exempt (§4 Nr.21 UStG).

Who we work with

DHLToyotaMedia MarktContinentalDeutsche Pop

“Die Online-Sessions sind genauso effektiv wie Präsenzunterricht. Sehr flexibel und professionell.”

Thomas R., IT-Projektmanager

“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.”

Anna H., Marketing Managerin

Improve your English for free

Free online lessons twice a week, vocabulary trainer with 600 words, and a placement test – all without signing up.

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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.

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What to expect

  • ✓Confident in meetings
  • ✓Persuasive presentations
  • ✓Professional negotiations
  • ✓Texts that work

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Frequently Asked Questions

The fastest way to learn Business English is NOT through traditional combination methods or daily reading and listening for vocabulary expansion. These approaches are inefficient because they are not tailored to your specific business needs. Simmonds native-speaking trainers use the Questions Method with AI integration in our online English courses to develop immediately applicable skills. Instead of generic exercises, you work from day 1 with your real business materials - product catalogs, emails, presentations.

Simmonds Language School offers online English courses for German companies that differ from conventional methods. The best language school is one where your employees achieve measurable progress in real business situations - speaking, small talk, presentations, and negotiations. We believe Simmonds can do this best because our qualified, native-speaking teachers use an innovative Questions Method with AI integration.

Apps cannot teach the practical skills that matter in real business situations: persuasive presentations, natural small talk, successful negotiations. The main weaknesses of language learning apps: No real teachers (algorithms cannot adapt individually), limited conversation practice, generic content without company-specific scenarios, lack of practical application for presentations, small talk, or negotiations.

While apps initially appear cost-effective, they can become more expensive long-term through ineffective learning methods and missed business opportunities. The true value shows in practical skills: Can your employees present and negotiate confidently after training? Simmonds transparent pricing for Online English courses: Qualified trainers from €60/hour for individual online English training, corporate packages with group discounts, ROI-oriented, measurable improvements in presentations, small talk, and negotiations.

There are many different English learning programs, each with their own advantages and disadvantages: Duolingo, Rosetta Stone, Babbel, English Live, and Englishtown. The Simmonds Language School with real teachers is still the best choice because it offers a high-quality learning environment that enables personalized learning. Teachers can help learners overcome difficulties, encourage them, and inspire them to go beyond their current level.

This is Simmonds' core competency. Real language competence shows in industry-specific situations: Can your employees give expert presentations, make small talk with international partners, and negotiate in their industry? Simmonds industry-experienced trainers combine the AI-powered Questions Method with their professional expertise in our online English courses. Whether Automotive, IT/Tech, Pharma, Mechanical Engineering, or Finance - Simmonds expert teachers train industry-specific presentations, negotiations, and technical conversations.

Blended Learning

Questions Method

We use the revolutionary Questions Method combined with AI integration. From your product catalogs, technical documentation, and real business materials, our native-speaking trainers develop immediately applicable exercises.

Locations

Online + On-Site in Berlin & Hannover

Online Business English Courses - Measurable Results Instead of App Points

Why Online? While Duolingo and similar platforms waste time with vocabulary and grammar exercises, Simmonds focuses on what matters in real business situations: confident presentations, natural small talk, and successful negotiations.

What do we offer? Business English for real work situations – meetings, emails, presentations, negotiations. Online via Teams, Zoom, or Google Meet.

The Training Triangle: Your Reality - Analysis of your specific business situations. Your Content - AI transforms your materials into personalized exercises. Your Results - Measurable improvements.

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Free online lessons twice weekly

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Tell us briefly what you need English for – job, situations, goals. We'll quickly create a non-binding offer for you.

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Opening Hours

Monday – Friday

09:00 – 18:00

Saturday & Sunday closed

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