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Online Business English Course Heidelberg
Specialised Business English for Heidelberg's key industries Heidelberg is home to Germany's oldest university (founded 1386), the world-leading German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), and lies just 15 km from SAP's headquarters in Walldorf. With 57 Nobel Prize winners affiliated with the city and global companies like Heidelberg Materials, confident Business English is essential. Our native-speaking trainers offer online private lessons and corporate courses — tailored to IT, research, and pharma.
Private lessons €90–110 / 90 min · Online corporate lessons €97.50–105 / 90 min · VAT-exempt
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OnlineEnglish Course Heidelberg
Since 2004
20+ years experience
50+
Corporate clients across Germany
Native Speakers
Native speaker trainers
GDPR-compliant
German data protection standards
Why Heidelberg Needs Business English
With 160,000 residents, Heidelberg is an international centre for research, IT, and pharma. Heidelberg University, founded in 1386 as Germany's oldest, is part of the Excellence Strategy. SAP — Europe's most valuable tech company — is headquartered in nearby Walldorf, with many of its 100,000+ employees living in Heidelberg. The DKFZ is one of the world's leading cancer research institutions with over 3,000 scientists from 70 nations. Heidelberg Materials employs 51,000 people in over 50 countries. Confident Business English is essential for professionals.
Heidelberg Key Industries
IT & Software
SAP (Walldorf), IT-Startups
IT English, software development, agile methods, cloud technologies
University & Research
Uni Heidelberg, EMBL, MPI
Scientific English, publications, conferences
Pharma & Biotech
Roche, Abbvie, Heidelberg Pharma
Pharma English, clinical trials, regulatory affairs
Cancer Research
DKFZ, NCT, Uni-Klinikum
Medical English, research publications, patient communication
Building Materials & Industry
Heidelberg Materials
Industry English, supply chain, international project management
Medicine & Healthcare
Uni-Klinikum, SRH
Medical English, patient communication, clinic management
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 24/7 included
Local Language Schools
- General language courses without industry focus
- Rotating teachers
- No curriculum or progress tracking
- VAT unclear
- No AI technology
From €90 / 90 min
VAT-exempt per §4 Nr.21 UStG
Initial Consultation
Free
Placement Test
Free
Hidden Costs
None
FAQ: Online English Course Heidelberg
Do you offer Business English for SAP employees?
Yes. We train IT English including software development, cloud technologies, and agile methods — tailored for professionals at SAP in Walldorf and the wider Heidelberg region.
Why do professionals in Heidelberg need Business English?
Heidelberg is an international centre for research, IT, and pharma. SAP is headquartered nearby, Heidelberg University (Germany's oldest, founded 1386) collaborates globally, and the DKFZ employs scientists from over 70 nations. Professional English is essential.
What does online Business English cost for Heidelberg?
Private lessons from €90 / 90 min, VAT-exempt. Initial consultation and placement test are free. Transparent pricing with no hidden costs.
Can I take private English lessons in Heidelberg online?
Yes. We offer 1:1 private lessons with native-speaking trainers. Individual curriculum, flexible scheduling, from €90 / 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 SAP, DKFZ, or Heidelberg Materials.
More Offerings
All Online English Courses
Private lessons, corporate courses, AI training and free lessons at a glance.
All Online English CoursesEnglish for IT & Software
Specialist vocabulary for software development, cloud and agile methods — ideal for SAP employees.
English for IT & SoftwareEnglish for Pharma & Biotech
Specialist vocabulary for clinical trials, regulatory affairs and research — ideal for DKFZ and Uni Heidelberg.
English for Pharma & BiotechFree Consultation for Heidelberg
Schedule a free initial consultation. We analyse your requirements and create a tailored training concept for your industry in Heidelberg.
Next Step
Free Needs Analysis
We analyse the English requirements for your role and industry in Heidelberg. Then you receive an individual training concept.
How much does it cost?
| Format | Duration | Price (approx.) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online — Private lessons | 90 minutes | €90–110 | 1:1, Zoom / Teams / Meet |
| Online — Corporate lessons | 90 minutes | €97.50–105 | Small groups, tailored curriculum |
| In-person | 90 minutes | €115 | On-site or our office in Berlin / Hanover |
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.”
“Nach einem dreimonatigen Intensivtraining konnte ich meine erste internationale Präsentation souverän auf Englisch halten.”
“Die kostenlosen Online-Lektionen haben mich überzeugt. Die Qualität des Einzelunterrichts hat meine Erwartungen übertroffen.”
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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What to expect
- ✓ Confident in meetings
- ✓ Persuasive presentations
- ✓ Professional negotiations
- ✓ Texts that work