4-Week Business English

Benefits

  • Campus PhotoFocus on reading, writing, and discussion of International Business practices in areas such as marketing, finance, management, decision making, and e-commerce.
  • Learn to apply the most effective communication techniques in a variety of business situations.
  • Benefit from this short, intensive program by brushing up on your English skills.
  • Examine American business vocabulary and concepts, as well as cultural factors, which can affect International Business transactions.
  • Acquire the computer skills needed for success in business through extensive hands-on training in the following computer applications: MS Word, Power Point, and Excel, as well as Internet access programs.
  • Receive additional instruction from elective courses, including TOEFL preparation, idioms, business English, interactive grammar, music, pronunciation, and American film.
  • Gain exposure to the dynamic economy of Southern California through guest speakers and visits to local corporations.
  • Prepare for a Professional Certificate Program through UC Irvine Extension.
  • Earn a certificate of completion upon successful conclusion of the program.

Requirements

  • Classes require a minimum of intermediate English skill level and active participation.
  • You must have a iBT TOEFL score of 45 (paper-based 450), a TOEIC score of 500, or equivalent business experience to enter the program.
  • To attend this program, you are required to obtain a student visa (F-1).

 

Schedule (Up to 90 Hours)

Business English courses are held in the morning, Monday through Friday, for a total of 72 instructional hours. In addition, you may choose one or two afternoon electives for a total of 90 hours of instruction.

Tuition: $1,485

2008
2009
Winter
Jan.3-Jan.30

Feb.5- Mar.3
Jan 6- Feb.2

Feb 6-Mar.5
Spring
    
Summer
Jul.2-Jul.29

Aug.4- Aug.28

Sept.4-Sept.30
Jul.1-Jul.28

Aug.3-Aug.27

Sept.2-Sept.29
Fall
    

Now offered in September

Extend your summer stay or start early for fall! Complement your 10-Week Intensive English program or combine with other 4-Week programs. Benefit from a global network of peers while learning American culture and business concepts.

New: English for Engineers (Elective Course)

Campus PhotoPut engineering principles into practice in English. Increase engineering-related vocabulary and communication confidence in international scenarios through guided exercises. Tour an engineering facility on campus at UC Irvine. For all engineers: mechanical, civil, computer, electrical, and you! Contact uciesl@uci.edu for more information.