Become a specialist in teaching business English with 30 hours of advanced online training. Did you know that there’s a difference between teaching business English and teaching general English? Our accredited course will teach you how to adapt your TEFL skills to deliver practical lessons to this unique group of learners.
Broken down into seven modules, you’ll learn everything you need to teach the business language of the world. On completion, you’ll be prepared to teach in a variety of settings. Teach business English online from the comfort of your home or address a class of business professionals – the choice is yours!
The demand for professional business English teachers is on the rise. And, with no signs of it slow down, now is the ideal time to expand your knowledge and enter this growing TEFL market. What are you waiting for? Add this specialist qualification to your CV and stand out to TEFL employers worldwide.

We know life can get busy. That’s why we’re firm believers of self-paced learning. With all our online TEFL courses, you can set your own study schedule and learn when it suits you. With 24/7 online access to your course, you can proceed from one module to the next at your own pace using any device.
With the growth of global business practices, speaking English in the workplace is a highly sought-after skill. This continuing trend means the demand for specialist business English teachers is on the rise. Get your teaching business English certificate, and you’ll have access to higher-paying, motivated students, too!

HIGHFIELD QUALIFICATIONS AWARDING BODY IN THE UK
Approved Center Number: 21335
Highfield Qualifications are a global leader in compliance and work-based learning and apprenticeship qualifications and one of the UK’s most recognisable awarding organisations. The TEFL Institute is an approved training center by Highfield Qualifications, an independent Ofqual approved Awarding Organization. This means the TEFL Institute has met Highfield’s expectations for developing and delivering high quality courses in the TEFL industry. Every year, Highfield maintains evaluation visits to ensure we are consistently meeting the high standards with our training.

ODLQC – OPEN & DISTANCE LEARNING QUALITY COUNCIL
ODLQC was founded in 1969 as the Council for the Accreditation of Correspondence Colleges, becoming the Open and Distance Learning Quality Council in 1995.Accreditation follows a rigorous assessment of a provider’s administrative and tutorial methods, educational materials and publicity, to ensure that all Standards are met. Our courses undergo strict external monitoring and control checks an on ongoing basis to ensure you receive the highest quality teacher training experience.
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ACDL ACCREDITATION COUNCIL FOR DISTANCE LEARNING
ACDL – Accreditation number: 2854-2540
The TEFL Institute of Ireland is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Distance Learning (ACDL), an accreditation body which specialises in distance learning courses. Our accreditation by ACDL reflects the high-quality distance learning offered by The TEFL Institute.
To learn more, visit their website: ACDL
The TEFL Institute of Ireland is one of the most respected TEFL course providers. Our high-quality learning experiences and internationally recognised courses have earned us a solid reputation in the TEFL industry. Trusted by TEFL employers worldwide, a qualification with us opens doors in the TEFL world.







By the end of this module, you will:
- Have a clearer understanding of how learning and teaching Business English differs from General English.
- Have considered a range of different teaching contexts from classroom-based lessons to distance learning.
- Have a clearer understanding of the role of the Business English teacher.
- Have a greater understanding of the need to present language in context and focus on specific business communication skills.
By the end of this module, you will:
- Have a clearer understanding of how to conduct an effective needs analysis or language audit.
- Be able to confidently design a course with appropriate objectives and syllabus components.
By the end of this module, you will:
- Have a greater awareness of the range of materials used to teach Business English.
- Be better able to select appropriate materials when planning Business English classes.
By the end of this module, you will:
- Have a greater awareness of the range of Business English speaking skills taught in class.
- Be more confident about teaching a range of Business English speaking skills.
By the end of this module, you will:
- Have a greater awareness of the range of Business English writing skills taught in class.
- Be more confident about teaching a range of Business English writing skills.
By the end of this module, you will:
- Understand the need for intercultural training and different cultural dimensions.
- Know how to use practical activities in class to help learners understand their own culture, other cultures and how to cope with different cultures.
By the end of this module, you will:
- Understand what is involved in teaching an ESP course and how this differs from teaching a General Business English course.
- Have gained more confidence in teaching ESP.
- Be able to consider the need for a clear needs analysis, subject knowledge and choosing suitable materials.
- Have gained confidence in planning an ESP course and individual lessons
By the end of this module, you will:
- Includes end of course test with multiple questions, requiring a pass mark of 80% or above.
