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Online Business English Course Cologne
Specialised Business English for Cologne’s key industries Cologne, with 1.08 million residents, is North Rhine-Westphalia’s largest city and Germany’s media capital. Ford has been building cars in Cologne-Niehl since 1930 (15,000 employees), the Rewe Group manages retail with 160,000 employees from here, and RTL Germany is headquartered in the media park. Our native-speaking trainers offer online private lessons and corporate courses — tailored to media, automotive, and retail.
Online 1:1: €65–70 / 60 min or €95–105 / 90 min. Corporate courses: priced per group, not per person — on request. All prices are net; language lessons are VAT-exempt under §4 Nr. 21 UStG.
Groups by level and departmentPlacement test first, certificate of attendance at the endOnline, on site in Hannover and Berlin, or hybrid
English tests · CologneHow good is your English?
This offer for Cologne is delivered online. We have no teaching premises there. Our locations are Hanover (Schaufelder Str. 11, Nordstadt) and Berlin (Kurfürstendamm 30).
OnlineEnglish Course Cologne
Since 2004
20+ years experience
50+
Corporate clients across Germany
Native Speakers
Native speaker trainers
GDPR-compliant
German data protection standards
Why Cologne Needs Business English
With 1.08 million residents, Cologne is Germany’s fourth-largest city and a centre for media, automotive, and retail. Ford has been building cars in Cologne-Niehl since 1930, employing 15,000 people — the plant is currently being converted to an EV production site. The Rewe Group manages 160,000 employees from Cologne, and RTL Germany and WDR make the city Germany’s media capital. Cologne Cathedral receives 6 million visitors annually — Germany’s most visited landmark. Lanxess and DLR add chemistry and aerospace research to the profile. Confident Business English is essential for professionals. As a German language school since 2004, we provide online training specifically tailored to Cologne’s key industries.
Cologne Key Industries
Automotive Industry
Ford (15.000 Mitarbeiter)
Automotive English, electromobility, production processes
Media & Broadcasting
RTL, WDR, Endemol Shine
Media English, licence negotiations, international formats
Retail & Commerce
Rewe Group (160.000 MA), Galeria
Retail English, procurement, supplier management
Aviation
Deutsche Lufthansa, Eurowings
Aviation English, cabin communication, corporate English
Chemicals & Specialty Chemicals
Lanxess, INEOS, Evonik
Chemistry English, regulatory, safety documentation
Journalism & Publishing
DuMont, Kiepenheuer & Witsch
Journalistic English, editorial, international reporting
How Your Online 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
- AI avatar for practice
Local Language Schools
- General language courses without industry focus
- Rotating teachers
- No curriculum or progress tracking
- VAT unclear
- No AI practice between sessions
€95–105 / 90 min
VAT-exempt per §4 Nr.21 UStG
Initial Consultation
Free
Placement Test
Free
Hidden Costs
None
FAQ: Online English Course Cologne
Do you offer Business English for Ford employees?
Yes. We train automotive English including production processes, electromobility, and international communication — tailored for professionals at Ford’s Cologne plant and other automotive companies.
Why do professionals in Cologne need Business English?
Cologne is Germany’s fourth-largest city and a centre for media, automotive, and retail. Ford employs 15,000 people, the Rewe Group manages 160,000 employees, and RTL makes Cologne Germany’s media capital. International collaboration requires professional English.
What does online Business English cost for Cologne?
Private lessons €95–105 / 90 min, VAT-exempt. Initial consultation and placement test are free. Transparent pricing with no hidden costs.
Can I take private English lessons in Cologne online?
Yes. We offer 1:1 private lessons with native-speaking trainers. Individual curriculum, flexible scheduling, €95–105 / 90 min Ideal for professionals who want to specifically improve their Business English.
Do you offer group training for corporate teams?
Yes. Mini-groups of 2-4 participants from the same department or industry. Ideal for teams at Ford, RTL, or Rewe Group.
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Schedule a free initial consultation. We analyse your requirements and create a tailored training concept for your industry in Cologne.
Next Step
Free Needs Analysis
We analyse the English requirements for your role and industry in Cologne. Then you receive an individual training concept.
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How much does it cost?
| Format | Duration | Price (approx.) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online private lessons | 60 min | €65–70 | 1:1, Zoom / Teams / Meet |
| Online private lessons | 90 min | €95–105 | 1:1, Zoom / Teams / Meet |
| Groups / corporate courses | by arrangement | on request | Priced per group, not per person |
Prices depend on format, frequency, and requirements. Language instruction is VAT-exempt (§4 Nr.21 UStG).
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Free online lessons twice a week, vocabulary trainer with 600 words, and a placement test – all without signing up.
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What to expect
- ✓ Confident in meetings
- ✓ Persuasive presentations
- ✓ Professional negotiations
- ✓ Texts that work