Business Englisch für Beschäftigte

Course Description: 
The purpose of these weekly online meetings is for participants to refresh and maintain their English speaking skills. Each week will consist of approximately 15 minutes of reading or exercises on a particular topic (provided by the instructor via ILIAS) and 45 minutes of speaking and listening practice centered around that topic in a relaxed, friendly environment with the guidance of an instructor. Topics may include but are not limited to common workplace situations, your role within the university, dealing with students, vocabulary for the university, and current events in the English speaking world.

• Previous knowledge expected: Participants should have approximately an A2/B1 level of English (4 years of school English or more).
• Format: 9 hours (15 minutes ILIAS Self-Study/45 minutes WebEx Live Class Meeting)
• Time:  November 18 to February 10, 2026,  Tuesdays from 3 p.m. - 4 p.m
• Lecturer: Frau Ann Elizabeth Moreci-Hesse

Course Description:
This mini course is designed to enhance your spoken English skills and help you achieve a more polished and natural accent. Through targeted exercises and personalized feedback, you will begin to develop a more confident and clear speaking style that matches your high level of English proficiency.

• Previous knowledge expected: Participants should have approximately an A2/B1 level of English (4 years of school English or more).
• Format: in presence
• Venue: Sprachenzentrum, Breitscheidstraße 2,  first floor, seminar room 1.026
• Time:  January 28, 2026,  2:00 p.m. - 4:00  p.m
• Lecturer: Ann Elizabeth Moreci-Hesse

Course Description:
This mini course is designed for non-native English speakers working in the academic world. Enhance your communication skills by practicing vocabulary for common university scenarios like giving directions, explaining requirements, and making requests. Delve into the world of false friends, idioms, and phrasal verbs to help you avoid misunderstandings and build your confidence and fluency in an academic setting.

• Previous knowledge expected: Participants should have approximately an A2/B1 level of English (4 years of school English or more).
• Format: online via Webex
• Time:  February 4, 2026,  2:00 p.m. - 3:30  p.m
• Lecturer: Ann Elizabeth Moreci-Hesse

Course Description:
Presenting information clearly and effectively is a vital skill for communicating in the workplace. This mini course offers a variety of methods for getting your message across including practice in verbal communication, body language, voice projection, posture, and stage presence. Since a good presentation often includes a lively discussion, we will also discuss techniques for leading engaging discussions and fostering productive dialogue.

• Previous knowledge expected: Participants should have approximately an A2/B1 level of English (4 years of school English or more).
• Format: in presence
• Venue: Sprachenzentrum, Breitscheidstraße 2,  first floor, seminar room 1.026
• Time:  February 11, 2026,  2:00 p.m. - 4:00  p.m
• Lecturer: Ann Elizabeth Moreci-Hesse