English for Business plus 10 one-to-one lessons

Language Studies International (LSI): San Diego

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Course description

English is the international language of business. We have therefore developed a special, flexible, 12-module course designed to rapidly improve your business communication skills. Every 12 weeks, we recycle the modules with a fresh syllabus. This means students who wish to study longer and consolidate and expand their knowledge of a particular area, can do so without repeating any material.

The “English for business” course consists of 6 lessons per day. The first 4 lessons (Lessons 1 - 4) are the same as the lessons in our “General 20” course. During these 4 lessons you will rapidly improve your communication skills in a variety of everyday situations. In 2 of these 4 lessons, you will cover the following areas: grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation. In a further 2 of these 4 lessons, you will concentrate on: speaking, listening, reading, writing. You will use a textbook in conjunction with a wide variety of materials and exercises including roleplays, authentic materials, newspapers and magazines.

After the first 4 lessons (lessons 5–6), you will take a range of electives to rapidly improve your business communication skills. In each module, through a combination of written exercises, presentations, dialogues and role-plays in realistic business situations, you will practice and improve your skills in: business vocabulary and “buzz words”, email, memo and letter writing, negotiating, interviewing and telephoning in English.

Module 1: International Trade
Module 2: Developing Leadership Skills & Teambuilding
Module 3: Effective Communication in Presentations
Module 4: Decision Making, Motivation & Delegation, Effective Communication in Meetings
Module 5: Marketing & Advertising
Module 6: E-Commerce, Viral Marketing & Social Media
Module 7: Banking, Stockmarkets, Mergers & Acquisitions
Module 8: Relationship Building & Networking
Module 9: Recruitment Interviewing
Module 10: Business Law, Ethics & Environmental Issues
Module 11: Effective Communication in Selling & Negotiations
Module 12: Management Styles in International Companies

Specific modules can be provided on request.

Course details:
30 lessons per week
1 lesson: 50 minutes
Hours per week: 25 hours
15 students maximum per class
Course length: 1-23 weeks
Each module is separate and lasts for one week
Can be part of the ISY programme
Students can join every Monday
Intermediate to advanced Level
Ages 16+

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
40 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 50 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 27 May 2024, 19 Jun 2024, 04 Jul 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 28 Nov 2024 - 29 Nov 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 01 Jan 2025

LSI San Diego does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

Morning session
09:10 AM - 10:50 AM
Break
10:50 AM - 11:10 AM
Morning session
11:10 AM - 12:50 PM
Lunch
12:50 PM - 01:50 PM
Afternoon session
01:50 PM - 02:55 PM
Afternoon session
03:05 PM - 04:05 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Intermediate
High intermediate
Advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in San Diego.

Class size

Average 12 students
Maximum 16 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older
Average 23 years old

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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Reviews

83% recommend

based on 6 reviews
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"INTERESTING, STIMULATING AND EFFECTIVE"

Elisa Marini, student from Italy

CLASSMATES: VERY YOUNG

CLASSROOMS: WELL STRUCTURED

TEACHER MAI:VERY GOOD, PREPARED, CLEAR, EMPATIC AND ORGANIZED

LOCATION: CENTRAL

FACILITIES: WELL KEPT

ACTIVITIES AND HOUSING: I DIDN'T USE IT

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Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
17 Jul 2023 - 4 Aug 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Great experience!!"

Graciela Lena, student from Argentina

It was a very good experience, the atmosphere in the school is excellent and encourages students to communicate in English. The activities are fun, and an opportunity to improve their English. Another interesting aspect is the possibility of meeting students from all over the world and sharing knowledge and carrying out complementary activities. Thank you all, I'm missing you.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
5 Jun 2023 - 23 Jun 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"A refreshment moment to study and speak English"

Oswaldo Filho, student from Brazil

I did like it very much. The teachers are very kind and share a lot of time with students.

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My ratings for this school

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Date of study
16 Oct 2017 - 20 Oct 2017
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"A good learning atmosphere and excellent teachers."

Mikko Inkala, student from Finland

The school's location is good. A short distance from downtown.
Small class sizes which is great for more focused teaching.
Friendly staff and the teachers were excellent and professional.
San Diego is nice city and there were a lot of nice things to do after the lessons.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
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Date of study
17 Oct 2016 - 21 Oct 2016
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"My experience hasn't met my expectations."

Rita Orlando, student from Italy

The teacher was very good and attentive to every student in class.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
8 Aug 2016 - 19 Aug 2016
Would you recommend this school?
No
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"Is was amazing, I think it is the best experiencie in my life"

Gloria Estefany Avila Gomez, student from Mexico

My classes were very good. The teachers were always attentive to students, taught us in a very dynamic way and the school has nice facilities plus you meet people from other cultures. I would have liked to stay longer.

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
6 Jun 2016 - 1 Jul 2016
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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housing

Housing

LSI San Diego offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Twin room - Bed & Breakfast

NZ$ 447
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Distance to school: 15 - 50 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
NZ$ 447
Our homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more
about the American culture and California life in a comfortable setting. Our Student
Services Coordinator visits all homestays on a regular basis to ensure a welcoming
and friendly atmosphere.
 Welcoming and friendly atmosphere
 Carefully selected by our Accommodation Coordinators and visited on a
regular basis
 Choice of single rooms with bed and breakfast or half-board
 All bed linen and towels provided
 Laundry facilities available in the home or at local laundry for about
US$5
 Good and reliable transport links. Commutes range from 15 to 50
minutes.
 Minimum age: 16

Homestay - Single room - Bed & Breakfast

NZ$ 500
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 500
Our homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the American culture and California life in a comfortable setting. Our Student Services Coordinator visits all homestays on a regular basis to ensure a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.

 Welcoming and friendly atmosphere
 Carefully selected by our Accommodation Coordinators and visited on a regular basis
 Choice of single rooms with bed and breakfast or half-board
 All bed linen and towels provided
 Laundry facilities available in the home or at local laundry for about US$5
 Good and reliable transport links. Commutes range from 15 to 50 minutes.
 Minimum age: 16

Homestay - Twin room - Half Board

NZ$ 554
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Distance to school: 15 - 50 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
NZ$ 554
Our homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more
about the American culture and California life in a comfortable setting. Our Student
Services Coordinator visits all homestays on a regular basis to ensure a welcoming
and friendly atmosphere.
 Welcoming and friendly atmosphere
 Carefully selected by our Accommodation Coordinators and visited on a
regular basis
 Choice of single rooms with bed and breakfast or half-board
 All bed linen and towels provided
 Laundry facilities available in the home or at local laundry for about
US$5
 Good and reliable transport links. Commutes range from 15 to 50
minutes.
 Minimum age: 16

Homestay - Single room - Half Board

NZ$ 643
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 643
Our homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the American culture and California life in a comfortable setting. Our Student Services Coordinator visits all homestays on a regular basis to ensure a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.

 Welcoming and friendly atmosphere
 Carefully selected by our Accommodation Coordinators and visited on a regular basis
 Choice of single rooms with bed and breakfast or half-board
 All bed linen and towels provided
 Laundry facilities available in the home or at local laundry for about US$5
 Good and reliable transport links. Commutes range from 15 to 50 minutes.
 Minimum age: 16

Executive Homestay - Single room - Bed & Breakfast

NZ$ 661
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 661
Executive Homestays are often of a higher standard than other homestay accommodation. They are evaluated in terms of décor and some have a private bathroom (en-suite or sole use) and/or extra facilities such as a television in the bedroom.

Executive Homestay - Single room - Half Board

NZ$ 804
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 804
Executive Homestays are often of a higher standard than other homestay accommodation. They are evaluated in terms of décor and some have a private bathroom (en-suite or sole use) and/or extra facilities such as a television in the bedroom.
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying full time in the United States for more than 18 hours per week, you will receive an I-20 that you need to submit to the US embassy along with your F-1 student visa application. The I-20 has a SEVIS tracking number on it. Students who wish to apply for a student visa must pay the SEVIS fee online before going to the US embassy or consulate for their visa interview.

Your I-20 will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged $90 when you register.

Please note that United States law states that an I-20 can only be issued to students who intend to pursue full-time English language studies. United States law does not permit students to study part-time with an F-1 Student Visa. If you are studying for less than 18 hours per week, you have to apply for a Visitor Visa (B1/B2) on your own.

Learn more about how to get a US student visa »

Flights and airport transfer

The school offers airport pickup services. If you wish to be picked up, just give us your flight details and arrival date. The price of a one-way airport transfer from San Diego International Airport is $85. You must book your airport transfer in advance when you register.

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to San Diego based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

Learn more about our insurance plan »

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