English Language-B2 Level-Add some touches to your language to support it

A B2 level of English would allow you to function in the workplace in English, and indeed, many non-native English speakers in international workplaces have this level of English. A person working in English at a B2 level will, however, lack nuance, particularly outside his own field. He may also miss some of the subtleties and implied meanings in conversation.

Course requirements

• Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialization.
• Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party.
• Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.

Course outcomes

A student at the B2 level in English will be able to do all the things that a student in level B1 can do, and in addition, he will be able to:

• Participate in meetings in your area of expertise, if you have help understanding some points.
• Discuss gender issues as they relate to perceptions of rudeness and cultural norms.
• Talk about your personal finances and give advice to friends and colleagues about their finances.
• Talk about your personal and professional lifestyle, including a description of your life at work.
• Explain your education, experience, strengths, and weaknesses, and discuss your career path.
• Talk about mental processes and how you can use them to improve your effectiveness on the job.
• Talk about what you like to read and make recommendations about good things to read.
• Use appropriate language in social situations, including praising and expressing sympathy.
• Discuss leadership qualities and talk about leaders whom you admire.
• Deal with relatively complex awkward situations that arise in social and business contexts.
• Discuss common political situations and the behavior of politicians.