Business English Program
About the Business English Program
The Business English program is designed for students who would like to develop their general English language skills for use in the Canadian business environment. The program offers level-appropriate and interest-based topics, such as business presentations and marketing strategies, with a focus on sustainability. It also introduces vocabulary specific to various business domains and familiarizes students with Canadian businesses through company visits and guest speakers from local sustainable industries. Through a variety of in-class and extracurricular activities, students deepen their cultural understanding, improve oral and written English proficiency, and build confidence in communicating in international business.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this program, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of Canadian culture and inter-cultural communication and its impact on business interactions and practices
- Use language skills to engage in diverse business and social interactions, employing appropriate formal and informal language choices for a clear and appropriate expression of ideas
- Develop an understanding of international business culture, using accepted ways of expressing ideas in varied formal and informal work environments
- Deliver formal business presentations using visual aids
Identify and analyze the application of the United Nation’s Sustainable Developmental Goals in Canadian Businesses
Admission Requirements
- Interest in improving your English for international business
- High Beginner level of English or higher
Fees & Refund Policy
2025 Fees
| Required Expenses | 3 Weeks of Study |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | $150 |
| Tuition Fee* | $4,900 |
| Medical Insurance | $110 |
*Includes Business English Program, three weeks of homestay accommodation, three meals a day, local business visits and extracurricular activities.
New Applicants - Business English Program Refund Policy
| Refund Request Deadline | With an Original Visa Refusal Document | Without an Original Visa Refusal Document |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 2 calendar months prior to the first day of class | 100% tuition deposit | 50% tuition deposit |
| Less than 2 calendar months prior to the first day of class | 100% tuition deposit | 0% tuition deposit |
The refund policy applies only to fees paid to the University of Guelph English Language Programs. Any additional fees paid to third parties are not subject to this policy.
ELP applicants must request a refund and forward a copy (PDF) of their IRCC denial letter to scs-english@uoguelph.ca within two months of the denial letter date. Refund requests received after this time frame will be denied.
Application Fee: The $150 application fee is non-refundable. All housing application fees $375/$525 are non-refundable.