Simmonds Language Services
Business English · Since 2004

Business English – Specialist Language for the Corporate World

Learn Business Economics English with native-speaking trainers and innovative AI avatar for practice . Master business administration vocabulary, financial reports, and market analyses confidently in English – online or in-person in Hannover and Berlin.

€95–105 / 90 min · VAT-exempt

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Business English for Finance: Reports, Markets and Presentations

Six business scenarios, vocabulary, James in his own words – in 94 seconds.

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English dialogue with the subtitles on isn't gonna help you present the latest figures to your multinational team on Monday morning. Business English for the corporate world. Balance sheets, markets and presentations.

Live training with native-speaking trainers, since 2004. Hi, my name is James Simmonds and I'm an English teacher based in Germany with over 20 years of experience. Financial reporting.

Market analysis. Business presentations. Business correspondence.

Earnings calls and investors. Mergers and acquisitions, due diligence. Practise the language of your working day.

Annual report. Balance sheet. Earnings per share.

Explain the figures, add context and give an outlook. One-to-one tuition, online or in person. Work with authentic annual reports and financial terminology, tailored to your field.

Remember, the brain is not a sponge, it's a muscle, and it needs exercising. So, to start with, we need to differentiate between passive understanding and active learning. Practise presenting financial reports and market analyses with precise terminology.

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Why Business Economics English

Why Business Economics English Decisively Advances Your Career

In an increasingly interconnected global economy, Business Economics English is the key competence for anyone working in finance departments, management consultancies, or international management. Whether you are presenting annual accounts under IFRS standards in English, drafting a market analysis for international investors, or need the right terminology during a due diligence review – without confident Business Economics English, even experienced professionals reach their limits. At Simmonds Language Services, you train exactly the economic specialist language that your professional life demands – precise, practical, and tailored to your field.

15+Years
10+Trainers
50+Corporate clients

More than Business English

Our Business Economics English courses go far beyond general Business English. We work with authentic materials from the financial world: annual reports from DAX companies, analyst reports from international investment banks, economic studies from the Bundesbank and ECB, and case studies from the field of mergers and acquisitions. This way, you develop not only linguistic confidence but simultaneously deepen your understanding of English economic terminology. Our native-speaking trainers have many years of experience in the business environment and understand the specific requirements of German-speaking professionals.

One-to-one tuition plus AI avatar for practice

Since 2004, over 50 well-known companies have trusted our training – including financial services providers, auditing firms, and international corporations. Our approach combines classic one-to-one tuition with modern AI avatar for practice: between lessons, you practise specialist vocabulary, financial text comprehension, and presentation delivery with our AI-powered language assistant. Whether online training from anywhere or face-to-face tuition in Hannover and Berlin – you choose the format that fits your demanding schedule.

For professionals at every level

Business Economics English is not only relevant for executives. Controllers, financial analysts, tax consultants, and business administration students also benefit from a structured course that systematically builds specialist financial vocabulary. From balance sheet analysis and profit-and-loss statements to cash flow statements – we cover all relevant areas of English-language financial reporting. The training is complemented by modules on business correspondence that convey the formal tone of international business letters and contract formulations.

What you will learn

Confidently read and present financial reports (annual reports, income statements) in English. Draft market analyses and economic data reports in English. Business vocabulary: balance sheets, P&L, cash flow, KPIs and metrics.

Master investor presentations and earnings calls with confidence. Draft formal business letters and contract clauses in English. Master M&A terminology and due diligence processes in English.

In Detail

Business Economics English in Practice

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Financial Reporting

Present confidently under IFRS and US-GAAP

Confidently present and discuss annual accounts, quarterly reports, and balance sheets in English. We train the correct specialist terminology under IFRS and US-GAAP – from revenue recognition and depreciation to earnings per share. Ideal for controllers, auditors, and CFOs.

Market Analysis

Present market trends persuasively

Draft and present industry analyses, competitive comparisons, and market trends in English. From SWOT analyses and Porter's Five Forces to market entry strategies – you learn to articulate complex economic relationships clearly and persuasively in English.

Business Presentation

Confident in front of stakeholders and investors

Investor presentations, board meetings, and strategy talks at the highest linguistic level. We train structure, rhetoric, and the economic vocabulary you need to convince stakeholders, shareholders, and business partners on the international stage.

Business Correspondence

The right tone in correspondence

Formal business correspondence, contract formulations, and official letters in English with the right tone and correct terminology. From letters of intent and quotation letters to confidentiality agreements – professional business correspondence that convinces.

How much does it cost?

FormatDurationPrice (approx.)Notes
Online private lessons60 min€65–701:1, Zoom / Teams / Meet
Online private lessons90 min€95–1051:1, Zoom / Teams / Meet
In person, Hanover90 min€110At our Hanover office
In person, Berlin90 min€120At our Berlin office
In-house at your companyby arrangementon requestTravel included in the quote
Groups / corporate coursesby arrangementon requestPriced per group, not per person
Prices depend on format, frequency, and requirements. Language instruction is VAT-exempt (§4 Nr.21 UStG).

Who we work with

  • NORD Holding
  • DHL
  • Toyota
  • Media Markt
  • Deutsche Pop

Frequently asked questions

What is Business Economics English and how does it differ from general Business English?+
Business Economics English focuses on the academic and formal specialist language of business administration: financial reports, economic analyses, balance sheets, and economic terminology. General Business English is broader and also covers everyday professional communication such as meetings, emails, and phone calls.
Who is a Business Economics English course suitable for?+
Our Business Economics English courses are designed for controllers, financial analysts, business administration graduates, auditors, management consultants, and executives who regularly work with English-language financial reports, market analyses, or economic presentations.
What does a Business Economics English course cost?+
Online 1:1: €65–70 / 60 min or €95–105 / 90 min. In person at our office: Hanover €110 / 90 min, Berlin €120 / 90 min. In-house: on request (travel included in the quote). Groups / corporate courses: priced per group, not per person — on request. Package: 10 × 60 min for €650. All prices are net; language lessons are VAT-exempt under §4 Nr. 21 UStG.
What topics are covered in Business Economics English?+
Typical topics include: financial reporting (annual reports, income statements), market analyses, macroeconomic indicators (GDP, inflation, unemployment rate), corporate strategies, M&A terminology, investor presentations, and formal business correspondence.
Can I learn Business Economics English online?+
Yes, all our Business Economics English courses are available online – via Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Google Meet. Additionally, our AI avatars provide unlimited practice potential for specialist vocabulary and presentation training between lessons.

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 we practise

  • ✓ Meetings
  • ✓ Presentations
  • ✓ Negotiations
  • ✓ Emails and calls
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