Upper-intermediate: language development at level B2
Your profile
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You’re working at a high B1 or low B2 level and ready to take the next step: consolidating your skills and building the confidence to use English more freely and effectively;
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You’re eager to expand your vocabulary, gain more control over grammar and register, and express your views with greater clarity;
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You are motivated to widen your repertoire and skills by reading, listening to, and discussing a wide array of authentic materials;
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You seek a small group setting where you have the opportunity to express your ideas freely and receive personalized feedback that helps you grow.
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The course
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Mondays from 6:15–7:30 PM (GMT-3)
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From July 14th to December 1st
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20 weeks (25 hours)
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3–5 participants
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Recommended level: upper-intermediate (B2)
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R$2.085,00 (6x R$347,50 or 7x R$297,85, starting in June)
Course calendar
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July 14th, 21st
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August 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
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September 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
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October 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
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November 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
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December 1st
The syllabus
This course is designed to help you develop solid B2-level skills in line with the CEFR—such as expressing opinions on abstract topics, understanding the main ideas of complex texts, and participating actively in discussions. You’ll work toward using English more independently, confidently, and precisely—whether in conversation, reading, or writing.
Rather than following a fixed syllabus, we build one together, based on your needs and interests. Expect to work with authentic materials (articles, videos, podcasts) that spark relevant discussion and lead to language development that feels natural, useful, and lasting.
What I offer
Authentic: I make use of authentic materials in my lessons. These are texts which have been written in English for speakers of the language. These materials connect learners with the English-speaking community and broaden their knowledge not only of the language but the world as well.
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Reactive: the language we study isn’t pre-selected or prescribed–on the contrary, my goal is to help you fill in gaps in your knowledge. This means we’re going to study aspects of the language (grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation…) that are necessary to you.
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Relevant: our discussions will typically revolve around your experiences and your views on the world. Also, the feedback I give you is based on your needs, wants and specific context.
I believe in teaching that is authentic, reactive, and relevant:
What I expect
from you
You’ll receive one asynchronous task each week to prepare for our lessons. These tasks may involve reading, watching, or exploring the material we’ll work on, and sometimes reflecting or trying out language beforehand. They are mandatory and part of the course workload, so please make sure to factor in this extra time—around 30 to 60 minutes per week.
Cristina Schünemann
Desde que mudei de setor no trabalho no ano passado, o uso de inglês é uma demanda para comunicação diária e há exigência de um nível muito formal. Por isso, ter realizado o curso "Business English Skills" com a Bruna foi extremamente proveitoso, pois além da oportunidade que tive de interagir com colegas em discussões guiadas por ela, simulando situações de trabalho, tenho acesso aos materiais que a Bruna enviava antes da aula e também os que produzíamos durante as aulas durante a interação. Ao final do curso, a Bruna enviou um feedback bem personalizado, o que demonstra sua dedicação e atenção específica a cada aluno, mesmo que a aula seja em grupo.
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Business English Skills​
