ESL & Business English
From everyday confidence to boardroom command — beginner through advanced, plus dedicated Business English tracks.
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Kerr University™ · Since 2021
Transform your career with the power of English & business mastery.
Achieve real fluency and real business results in just one hour a week — guided 1-on-1 by Digby R. Kerr, a Wharton-educated global executive and author of 12 books.
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Author of 12 Books
A message from Digby R. Kerr
The Unique Mechanism
The Fast-Track Fluency Method™
Traditional courses bury you in grammar drills and slow progress. We do the opposite — prioritizing real business speaking and listening so you communicate with confidence from day one.
Conversation-Focused
Practical English for meetings, negotiations, interviews, and international business — the language you actually need to win.
World-Class Mentor
Digby founded and led a global logistics company for 15 years and now serves as VP of another — bringing real boardroom insight to every session.
Flexible & Personalized
Study at your own pace with a curriculum tailored to your personal and professional goals — comfort and confidence built in from day one.
A track record that travels
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Programs built around your ambition
Mentorship
1-on-1 career, business, and executive mentorship in strategy, sales, marketing, and leadership — with unlimited WhatsApp access.
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Certified business and life coaching — strategy, goal architecture, and executive performance that turns intention into results.
View program →College Tutoring
Undergraduate and graduate support in writing, English Language Arts, history, and business — guidance from a Top Tutor™.
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Your instructor & founder
Digby R. Kerr
A Wharton-educated executive, globally published author, and certified business & life coach, Digby has spent his career turning hard-won global experience into opportunity for others.
“I didn't set out to build a university. I set out to give back everything the world gave me.”
Wharton-educated
BA · MBA
Author of 12 Books
Top Mentor™
Certified Coach
The Founder's Story
The man who turned a global career into a global classroom
Digby R. Kerr — BA, MBA
Some people collect titles. Digby R. Kerr collected lessons. Across decades and continents — from the trading floors of global commerce to the quiet discipline of writing twelve books — he learned that the most valuable thing a person can own is not a position, but the wisdom of having earned one.
In 2007 he launched his own global logistics platform and ran it for fifteen years, steering international operations through every kind of market and every kind of pressure. He built teams, won enterprise clients, and learned the languages of sales, strategy, marketing, and leadership the only way that truly sticks — by being responsible for the outcome.
“Degrees open the first door. But it's lived experience — the wins, the losses, the recovery — that teaches you how to walk through every door after that.”
When he stepped back from logistics in 2022, he didn't retire. He returned to the thing that had quietly shaped everything: education. He had mentored professionals for years on the side — and he kept noticing the same truth. Talent is everywhere. Opportunity is not. A brilliant engineer in São Paulo, a fearless founder in Lagos, an ambitious graduate in Seoul — all held back by the same invisible wall: the confidence to communicate, and the guidance of someone who had already walked the road.
So he built a university with no walls. Kerr University™ was founded on a single, stubborn belief: that world-class mentorship and the power of Business English should never depend on geography, income, or who you happen to know. One hour a week. One mentor who has actually done it. One method designed to make you fluent and effective from day one.
Today, alongside his publishing house DKNY Publishing™ and his work as a Top Mentor™ and Top Tutor™ to professionals and Fortune-level companies, Digby pours his experience into students across the globe — paying forward the education the world once gave him.
“Every student who walks through these virtual doors carries the potential to change their world. My job — my privilege — is to help them see it.”
— Digby R. Kerr
Wharton-educated
Author of 12 Books
Founder, DKNY Publishing™
Top Mentor™ & Top Tutor™
Certified Executive Coach
Selected works
An author as well as a mentor
Digby has written 12 books spanning leadership, transformation, and ideas — including The Ripple Effect fable series and 12 Steps to Success.
Program 01
ESL & Business English — beginner to boardroom
Speak with confidence in real situations. Our Fast-Track Fluency Method™ prioritizes the speaking and listening that careers are actually built on — from your first conversation to your first international negotiation.
Tracks & levels
Find your starting point
B1
Beginner ESL
Build a confident foundation — everyday vocabulary, pronunciation, and the courage to speak from your very first lesson.
B2
Intermediate ESL
Move from understanding to expressing. Hold real conversations, handle work situations, and start thinking in English.
C1
Advanced ESL
Polish fluency, nuance, and tone until English feels effortless in any professional or social setting.
BE
Business English — Beginner to Advanced
Presentations, email etiquette, meetings, negotiations, and interviews. Master the communication that moves careers and closes deals.
Who it's for
- Professionals who need English for global business
- Entrepreneurs selling to international markets
- Anyone preparing for interviews or relocation
- Learners who want to speak — not just study grammar
What's covered
- Real-world conversation & active listening
- Presentation deep-dives & professional email
- Meetings, negotiations & interview practice
- A plan tailored to your goals — just 1 hour a week
Program 02
Mentorship from someone who's actually done it
Career, business, and executive mentorship in strategy, sales, marketing, business development, and leadership — with unlimited WhatsApp access between sessions so momentum never stops.
Mentorship tracks
Choose your focus
Personal 1-on-1 Mentorship
A dedicated thinking partner for your goals — accountability, perspective, and a clear path forward.
Career & Professional
Career development, positioning, enterprise sales, and the soft skills that get you promoted and paid.
Executive Mentorship
For founders and leaders — strategy, global logistics, scaling teams, and decision-making under pressure.
Business Mentoring — 1 hour a month, unlimited WhatsApp
Plans from $125/month. Includes monthly 1-on-1 strategy sessions plus unlimited messaging support.
View Mentoring PlansProgram 03
Business & Life Coaching
As a certified business and life coach, Digby helps you turn ambition into architecture — clear goals, real strategy, and the performance habits that make success repeatable.
Business Strategy Coaching
Sharpen positioning, growth, and go-to-market with a mentor who has built and led real companies.
Life Coaching & Goal Architecture
Design a life with intention — clarity, accountability, and momentum toward what actually matters to you.
Executive Performance Coaching
Leadership presence, decision-making, and resilience for those carrying real weight on their shoulders.
Custom coaching engagements
Coaching is tailored to you, so packages are built around your goals. Start with a free discovery session and we'll design the right plan together.
Program 04
College Tutoring — undergraduate & graduate
Academic support from a Top Tutor™ trusted by students and professionals alike — in writing, English Language Arts, history, and business, plus specialized training for executives and engineers.
Levels
- Undergraduate academic support
- Graduate-level tutoring & thesis support
- Resume editing & interview preparation
Subjects
- Writing & English Language Arts
- History & literature
- Business, communication & presentation
Plans
Choose the plan that fits your life
Transparent pricing. No hidden fees. Backed by our 7-day money-back guarantee.
ESL & Business English Training
1 hour of live coaching every week
Month-to-Month
Maximum flexibility, cancel anytime
$125 / mo
- 1 live hour per week
- Personalized curriculum
- Cancel anytime
6-Month Access
The sweet spot — save vs. monthly
$600 / 6 mo
- 1 live hour per week
- Personalized curriculum
- Priority scheduling
- Best value for steady progress
1-Year Access
Full transformation, maximum savings
$999 / yr
- 1 live hour per week, all year
- Personalized curriculum
- Priority scheduling
- Lowest effective weekly rate
Business Mentoring
1 hour a month + unlimited WhatsApp
Month-to-Month
Flexible mentoring, cancel anytime
$125 / mo
- 1 live hour per month
- Unlimited WhatsApp messaging
- Cancel anytime
6-Month Access
Sustained guidance & accountability
$700 / 6 mo
- Monthly 1-on-1 strategy sessions
- Unlimited WhatsApp messaging
- Priority response
1-Year Access
A full year of executive partnership
$1,250 / yr
- Monthly 1-on-1 strategy sessions
- Unlimited WhatsApp messaging
- Best annual value
Not ready to commit? Try a completely free 30-minute session first — no cost, no obligation.
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A no-cost, no-obligation discovery session. Meet Digby, experience the method, and map your path forward.
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What to expect & FAQ
How do I get started?
Book a free 30-minute intro class above — or, if you're ready, choose a plan on the Pricing page and you'll be guided to scheduling right after checkout.
Is this suitable for beginners?
Absolutely. The Fast-Track Fluency Method™ is designed for every level, from your very first words of English to advanced business communication.
What happens in the first session?
You'll meet Digby, talk through your goals, and get a feel for the conversational, results-driven approach. There's no pressure — just a clear sense of how we'd work together.
How is this different from a traditional English school?
We skip the endless grammar drills and focus on real-life conversation and business communication — the skills that actually open doors in global markets.
Will the times work for my timezone?
Yes — the scheduler automatically detects your timezone and shows available slots in your local time.
What if it's not for me?
Every paid plan is backed by a 7-day money-back guarantee. If you don't see progress in your first 7 days, we'll refund you 100%.
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Tutor & Mentor Portal
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We're building a dedicated portal for our growing team of world-class educators. Interested in mentoring or tutoring with Kerr University?
Insights & Ideas
The Kerr University™ Blog
Practical wisdom on sales, marketing, career growth, Business English, and professional development — from someone who has done it all.
Sales
The 7 Closing Techniques That Actually Work in 2025
Most salespeople lose deals not because they lack product knowledge — they lose them because they never learned how to close with confidence. Here are the techniques that work across every industry.
Read article →Sales
How to Handle Any Objection Without Losing the Sale
Objections are not rejections. They are requests for more information delivered in disguise. Learn the three-part framework that turns hesitation into commitment.
Read article →Marketing
LinkedIn Is Still the Most Powerful Sales Tool You Are Probably Ignoring
With 28,500 followers and connections built organically, Digby breaks down the exact LinkedIn strategy that generates leads, builds credibility, and opens executive doors.
Read article →Marketing
Your Personal Brand Is Your Most Valuable Career Asset
In a world where hiring decisions are made before the first interview, what do people find when they search your name? A strategic personal brand is not optional — it is survival.
Read article →Career
The Career Strategy Nobody Talks About — But Everyone Needs
Working hard is not a career strategy. Working smart with a clear roadmap, a mentor, and the right positioning — that is how careers accelerate. Here is where to start.
Read article →Career
Why Smart People Get Passed Over for Promotion
Intelligence and effort alone do not get you promoted. Executive presence, strategic visibility, and the ability to communicate your value do. Learn what top performers do differently.
Read article →ESL
From Beginner to Business Fluency: The Fast-Track Method That Works
Traditional language learning is too slow for professionals with careers on the line. The Fast-Track Fluency Method™ focuses on speaking and listening first — because that is where real fluency lives.
Read article →Business English
The 10 Business English Phrases That Signal Executive Presence
The language you use in meetings, emails, and presentations tells people exactly where you belong in an organization. These 10 phrases separate the professionals from the executives.
Read article →A Personal Message
Message from the Founder
Hear directly from Digby R. Kerr — Wharton-educated executive, author of 12 books, and founder of Kerr University™ — on why he built this and what it means to him.
Digby R. Kerr — BA, MBA
"Every student who walks through these virtual doors carries the potential to change their world."
Digby founded Kerr University™ after 35 years in global business — having run his own international logistics platform, authored 12 books, and mentored professionals across six continents. This is not a side project. It is the culmination of a career spent learning what actually works, and the commitment of someone who refuses to stop paying it forward.
In this message, Digby speaks directly to you — about why he built Kerr University™, what sets it apart from every other program, and what he genuinely believes is possible for anyone willing to commit one hour a week.
35+ Years in Global Business
Author of 12 Books
Wharton-Educated
Top Mentor™ & Top Tutor™
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