Business English Courses in Ireland
Develop professional communication skills for meetings, presentations and negotiations.
Business English focuses on the language you use at work: meetings, presentations, emails, negotiations and interviews. Lessons are built around real professional tasks rather than general conversation, and often run as small groups, one-to-one tuition or evening classes so they fit around a job. Most courses expect a solid intermediate base, and some prepare you for a recognised qualification such as the Cambridge Business English Certificate.
Who is this course for?
Working professionals and jobseekers who need to communicate confidently in English for meetings, presentations, emails and negotiations. A minimum B1 level is usually recommended.
What you will study
- Meetings, presentations and professional discussion
- Business writing for emails, reports and proposals
- Negotiation, networking and telephone language
- Interview preparation and workplace vocabulary
- Sector-specific language where the school offers it
What you will achieve
- Confident English in professional meetings and presentations
- Business writing skills for emails, reports and proposals
- Negotiation and networking language
- Industry-relevant vocabulary for your sector
What level do you need?
| Level | Name | What you can do |
|---|---|---|
| A1 | Beginner | Understand and use very simple phrases, introduce yourself and ask basic questions. |
| A2 | Elementary | Handle short everyday exchanges, shopping, directions and simple personal information. |
| B1 | Intermediate | Cope while travelling, describe experiences, and hold a conversation on familiar topics. |
| B2 | Upper intermediate | Understand complex texts, interact fluently, and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue. |
| C1 | Advanced | Use English flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. |
| C2 | Mastery | Understand virtually everything and express yourself precisely, like a proficient speaker. |
Shaded rows are the levels Business English courses most often cover. Schools place you by a short test, so you join a class that matches your ability.
Lessons and hours: what to check
Schools describe courses in lessons per week, but a lesson can be 45, 50 or 60 minutes, so the real contact time varies. Always compare the actual hours, not just the lesson count:
- 20 lessons of 45 minutes = 15 hours a week
- 20 lessons of 60 minutes = 20 hours a week
- 30 lessons of 45 minutes = 22.5 hours a week
Each school listing shows the published price per week where available, so you can weigh hours, class size and price together before you enquire.
30 schools offering Business English in Ireland
Your English Language School offers full-time, part-time and exam preparation English courses from Talbot Street, Dublin, plus a seasonal junior programme.
ULearn is an English-language school at 13 Harcourt Street, Dublin 2, offering General English, examination preparation, Business English and longer study programmes.
Everest Language School teaches General English, IELTS and Cambridge exam preparation, and 25-week Work & Study programmes at 26 Merrion Square North, Dublin 2. The school publishes 2026 course and accommodation prices.
Central School of English offers small-group General English, Cambridge and IELTS preparation, live online English and a 25-week Academic Year Programme at 23 Marlborough Street, Dublin 1.
Highly-rated Dublin English school with 4.7 stars from 682 reviews, offering comprehensive courses in the city centre.
Babel Academy of English teaches adult, junior and specialist English programmes across three Dublin 1 locations, including General English, IELTS preparation and English for Work.
Part-time English school on Merchant's Road in Galway, offering small-group General English, Cambridge preparation, IELTS support and conversation classes.
Perfect English School teaches adult English learners in Greystones, County Wicklow. Its website lists General English, Cambridge B2 First and C1 Advanced preparation, private tuition, and workplace English training. The school welcomes learners aged 18 and over, including au pairs and working professionals. Its published course information includes selected morning and evening classes, fees and entry-level guidance. Check availability and current schedules directly with the school.
International House Dublin is an English-language school on Foley Street offering General English, examination preparation, professional English, junior courses and teacher training.
Cork English College teaches adult and junior learners in Cork, offering year-round General English, examination preparation and arranged accommodation.
Naas-based Avanti Language Institute teaches General English, examination preparation and activity-linked courses, with host family and online options.
Navan-based corporate and private language-training provider offering online English tuition, Business English, call-centre English and multilingual services.
City College Dublin, formerly City Language School, offers English-language education in Dublin alongside student support and accommodation partnerships.
Twin English Centre Dublin teaches General English, IELTS preparation and specialist English electives at 4 North Great George’s Street, Dublin 1.
DCI is an English-language school in central Dublin, with teaching facilities on Bachelors Walk and Middle Abbey Street.
Atlantic School of English and Active Leisure in Schull combines small-group English tuition with optional cultural activities and homestays.
Galway school offering 20 or 30 weekly 45-minute lessons, Monday starts and a 16-student group limit.
Atlantic Centre of Education in Galway offers General English, intensive courses and professional development programmes for international adult learners and educators.
Athlone School of English provides small-group and individual English lessons, including Cambridge and IELTS preparation, for local and international learners.
Award-winning English school in scenic Connemara offering personalized instruction in an authentic Irish countryside setting.
Dublin 1 college delivering General and Business English courses, examination preparation, accommodation support and flexible Monday enrolments.
Highly-rated business English specialist in Dublin 4. Perfect 5-star rating delivering professional language training for international students.
ICOT College’s main Dublin campus at 28 Westmoreland Street. This is a location of an existing English-language school, not a separate provider.
Highly-rated English school in Dublin city centre with proven student success and expert instruction.
Central Cork English school offering adult General English, IELTS preparation and junior programmes within a Georgian city-centre building.
Carlow International English Language School provides academic communication training, online courses and educational partnerships alongside its English language services.
ICOT College offers General English and Business English programmes, with Dublin and Cork delivery advertised.
Brady Languages provides tailored English and other language tuition to Dublin businesses, private learners and children, in person and online.
C2 English School offers personalised English immersion stays near Maynooth and online teaching, including teen programmes and examination preparation.
ICOT College English-language teaching centre announced at 14 Upper Mount Street, Dublin 2 in 2024; current use of this campus is not confirmed.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Business English for?
Working professionals and jobseekers who need English for meetings, presentations, emails, negotiations and interviews. Most courses recommend at least an intermediate (B1) level.
How is it different from General English?
It uses the same core skills but applies them to professional tasks and workplace situations, rather than everyday and social English. See our guide on English for work versus Business English.
Can I study in the evening or one-to-one?
Several schools offer evening classes and private one-to-one tuition, which suit people who work during the day. Check each school's listing and ask directly.
Is a Business English certificate recognised by employers?
A course certificate shows commitment to professional development. For formal recognition, look for courses that prepare you for the Cambridge Business English Certificate (BEC), which is widely accepted.