Starting the Meeting in Business English Meetings
What you can expect
In this series of Micro-Learning courses targeted to B2 learners, you will learn vocabulary and phrases that are commonly used in meetings. Whether formal or casual, we will cover how to respond and what to say in different scenarios so you feel confident and never go blank again.
This short course covers the basics of opening the meeting confidently. The beginning moments when all gather around the table- or virtual conference room- and chit chat, introduce themselves, review past meeting topics, and set the agenda. These moments can be the most difficult because we are still thinking in our native language, or because we have to mix personal and business vocabulary.
Here you will learn what and when to say the right phrases. You will see them applied in videos and will be able to apply your knowledge by completing interactive exercises. You will also have the opportunity to practice new vocabulary and review some grammar, as well as receive some expert tips on applying your knowledge to ensure your meetings always start on the right foot!
Happy learning!
Lessons
Lesson 1.1 Welcome!
Lesson 1.2 Small Talk and Transitioning
Lesson 1.3 Opening the Meeting. The Agenda and Minutes from Last Meeting
Lesson 1.4 Introducing Yourself and Your Role, Apologies
Lesson 1.5 Focus on Grammar and Vocabulary
Lesson 1.6 Can Dos, How to Apply, Certificate
Price
Starting the Meeting in Business English Meetings
Frequently asked questions
We begin with a conversation to clarify your goals, challenges, and overall context. Based on this, we collaboratively design a customized learning program – modular, flexible, and practice-oriented.
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Our clients come from a wide range of industries – including manufacturing, healthcare, education, public administration, retail, logistics, and IT.
Thanks to the diversity of our corporate group, we bring extensive experience across various sectors and company sizes.
This enables us to deliver tailored solutions that are both professionally and culturally aligned.
The majority of our training programs are certified by the Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) or based on internationally recognized standards such as Scrum.org.
Our language courses can conclude with a Telc examination – particularly relevant for official recognition by authorities and institutions.
For most other formats – such as Micro Learnings, Micro Learning Series, or non-certified trainings – we issue certificates of participation for your personal records.
Coachings are individual development formats and generally do not lead to a formal certificate.
The education providers of the Constellation Academy group are also AZAV-accredited – a prerequisite for funding via education voucher, AVGS and the Qualification Opportunities Act (QCG).
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