About this course
Business English Essentials is a self-paced online course from Kerr University with 6 modules, 60 lessons and 30 quiz questions. The exact phrases professionals use for emails, meetings, presentations, and negotiations. Six short modules, 60 ready-to-use phrases. Learn, take a quick quiz, and earn your certificate. Business English Essentials is $35 one-time, or included free with an active Kerr University subscription. Your Certificate of Completion is included.
Who it’s for
- Professionals who write emails and join meetings in English
- Non-native speakers who want ready-to-use workplace phrases
- New hires and managers working with American or international teams
What you’ll learn
- Module 1: Professional Email. The polite, clear phrases that make your emails sound professional and get replies.
10 lessons: I hope this email finds you well; I'm writing to…; Could you please…?; and 7 more. 5-question quiz. - Module 2: Meetings. How to open, contribute, disagree politely, and close a meeting with confidence.
10 lessons: Let's get started; Let me add to that; Could I jump in here?; and 7 more. 5-question quiz. - Module 3: Presentations. Signpost, transition, and handle questions so your presentations sound clear and confident.
10 lessons: Today I'll cover three things; Let's start with…; Moving on to…; and 7 more. 5-question quiz. - Module 4: Negotiation & Persuasion. Propose, trade, push back, and close deals with calm, professional language.
10 lessons: What did you have in mind?; I'd propose…; If you can…, then we can…; and 7 more. 5-question quiz. - Module 5: Small Talk & Networking. Break the ice, build rapport, and exit gracefully at any professional event.
10 lessons: How's your week going?; What do you do?; How do you know the host?; and 7 more. 5-question quiz. - Module 6: Sounding Professional & Diplomatic. The soft, tactful phrases that make you sound polished, senior, and easy to work with.
10 lessons: I'd suggest…; There might be a small issue; Correct me if I'm wrong, but…; and 7 more. 5-question quiz.
Format and length
- 6 modules, 60 lessons and 30 quiz questions
- About 15 minutes of reading and quizzes in total, at your own pace
- Self-paced and online, so you can start anytime
- Answers are shown as you go, with unlimited retries; pass each module quiz with 60% or more
- A personalized Kerr University™ Certificate of Completion, signed by Digby R. Kerr, ready to print or save as a PDF
Price
Business English Essentials is $35 one-time, or included free with an active Kerr University subscription. Your Certificate of Completion is included. Lessons open after you sign in with an active subscription.
Instructor
Digby R. Kerr is the founder of Kerr University, a Wharton-educated executive with about 35 years in business, and the author of 16 published books. Kerr University is based in Brooklyn, New York. Want live help? Book a free 30-minute intro class.
Your Learning Path
Tap a module to open it. Read the phrases and examples, then take the quick quiz. Answers are shown as you go. Retry as many times as you like. Finish all six to unlock your certificate. 🎉
Members only: sign in or enroll to unlock the lessons
The 60 lessons, 6 module quizzes and your Certificate of Completion open after you sign in with an active Kerr University subscription. The course outline above is free to read.
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How much does Business English Essentials cost?
Business English Essentials is $35 one-time, or free for active Kerr University subscribers. Your Certificate of Completion is included.
How does the course work?
Business English Essentials is a self-paced online course with 6 modules. Read each lesson, then take the short quiz. Answers are shown as you go, and you can retry as many times as you like.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes. Finish all 6 modules to unlock your personalized Kerr University™ Certificate of Completion, signed by founder Digby R. Kerr. You can print it or save it as a PDF.
Can I get live 1-on-1 help?
Yes. Book a free 30-minute intro class with Digby R. Kerr. 1-on-1 coaching or mentoring is $125/month, and active subscribers get every course included.