Summer Course - Finance or Finance & Business Skills

The BBSI summer course in Finance comprises a study programme of 20 lessons weekly. The course is designed for those with an English language level equivalent to a minimum of IELTS 5.5, or CEFR B2, who require to improve their financial English. Training focuses on developing students' understanding of financial concepts, vocabulary and skills, and combines current finance issues with targeted case studies. Participants with good attendance who complete all class work and assignments will be able to communicate effectively in English in a professional finance and business environment, and will acquire a sound knowledge and understanding of finance, economics and financial services in an international context.

The BBSI summer course in Finance & Business Skills comprises a study programme of 30 lessons weekly (22.5 hours). The course is designed for those with an English language level equivalent to a minimum of IELTS 5.5, or CEFR B2, who require to improve their financial English and business skills. Training focuses on developing students understanding of financial concepts, vocabulary and skills, as well as professional communication skills. The course combines current finance and business issues with targeted case studies. This course also includes 10 lessons per week in professional skills practice, aimed at developing more effective communication skills for the business environment. The teaching materials for the skills elements are largely authentic and are based on real-life case studies, designed to build confidence through activities such as discussions, role-plays and simulations. Participants with good attendance who complete all class work and assignments will be able to communicate effectively in English in a professional finance and business environment, and will acquire a sound knowledge and understanding of finance, economics and financial services in an international context.