English for International Business Communication

EIBC develops international business communication skills through the lens of an ethical investment report. You will analyse real-world business challenges, produce a piece of professional writing and deliver a formal individual presentation on a business-related topic of your choice. The course also integrates intercultural communication, negotiation skills, simulations and presentation skills relevant to global business environments.

  • 20 Credits
  • SCQF Level 7 (Year 1 Undergraduate) 

While EIBC is open to all first- and second-year undergraduate students, it is likely to be of most relevance to students who use English as an additional language and who should have an English language proficiency level to a level at or above CEFR C1 or IELTS 7. 


EIBC is designed to help you develop the written and spoken communication skills needed in professional international business settings. Through the theme of ethical investment, you will explore contemporary business challenges while building the language and communication skills required to succeed in global workplaces.

The course focuses on practical business communication, helping you develop confidence in writing, presenting, participating in meetings, and negotiating effectively. Intercultural communication is integrated throughout the course, supporting you in working and communicating across different cultural and professional contexts.

 

What You'll Learn:

Topics covered on the course include:

  • Intercultural communication in global business environments
  • Ethical investment and business decision-making
  • Formal business writing
  • Professional presentations
  • Meeting and negotiation skills
  • Key business vocabulary and communication strategies

 

Learning and Assessment

The course combines classroom activities with preparation tasks that mirror real-world business communication. You will take part in role-play meetings, negotiation simulations, peer review activities, and discussions linked to the course content and assessments.

Authentic business texts and videos will help you develop your understanding of professional communication, while preparation activities will introduce key vocabulary and concepts before class. Regular feedback from both tutors and classmates will support your progress throughout the course.

By the end of EIBC, you will be able to analyse business issues, develop evidence-based recommendations, and communicate your ideas confidently to a professional audience through both written and spoken formats.

Assessment consists of two individually completed assignments: a piece of business writing and a professional presentation.


100% coursework 

  • Written assignment: ethical investment report (60%)
  • Spoken assignment: oral presentation (40%)

  1. Produce professional writing, with appropriate language, structure, tone, and other academic conventions. 
  2. Develop the necessary reading skills to analyse business sustainability challenges across environmental, social, and economic dimensions. 
  3. Present their ideas using clear language appropriate to the audience and purpose 
  4. Participate in simulated professional contexts such as business meetings, negotiations and other intercultural communication situations, using appropriate language. 
  5. Apply accurate business vocabulary in written and spoken communication. 

To apply for this course, speak to your school and let them know you would like to enrol. In most schools, your Student Adviser can help you with course enrolment. Places are allocated on a first come, first served basis, so it’s a good idea to apply as early as possible. Your school will help complete the enrolment for you.


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