Business executives course

Course for professionals from all industries

30 lessons per week

This two-week business French course is open to students from level B1 and is held in small groups (maximum of 4 students per class). It is aimed at professionals from all sectors (directors, managers, employees, business students etc.) who want to perfect their language skills to meet the specific needs of the business world.

Drawing on situations and documents from the business world or the world of work, this course includes activities that are based on communicating in a professional setting, day-to-day interaction and also the economic, social and political context in France.

The program

Morning

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. (including a 20-minute break)

Morning standard courses include grammar and vocabulary revision as well as work on themes closely linked to the business world using a range of materials (specialist press articles, audio documents on economic issues etc.).

Activities will focus on daily tasks (workplace communication scenarios, drafting formal emails, resumes etc.). Students will also be encouraged to discuss domestic and international economic current affairs.

Afternoon

Monday to Friday, 2 to 4 p.m. (including a 15-minute break)

The afternoon intensive French course is mostly dedicated to consolidating spoken production and listening comprehension (negotiations, simulations, interviews, listening etc.) but also points such as knowledge of the specificities of the world of work in France (workplace routines, intercultural awareness, social life etc.).

In a relaxed environment the student will learn to handle authentic communication scenarios (day-to-day interaction at the office, public speaking, telephone conversations etc.).

Accommodation

We offer our senior students accommodation in our own residences or club Castel, located a short walk from the sandy beaches and town center.

Students are housed in modern attractive and stylishly decorated 14 to 20 m2 studio apartments. These studios are fitted with a kitchenette, reversible air conditioning and in some cases a patio or balcony.

WIFI
Laundry
Garden
Kitchenette

Why choose the business executive course at the Centre International d'Antibes?

Innovative curriculum

Innovative, interactive teaching methods that promote total immersion in the business world. Small class sizes to optimize learning. Content tailored to decision-makers and the particularities of the business world.

Experienced instructors

Experienced teachers adapt to the needs of students in order to meet their objectives. The course provides the language and intercultural tools that are needed to work in a French-speaking environment and to accelerate students' career progression.

Renowned school

French language school, ideally located in a city known for its sunshine and cultural heritage. The school has been awarded French as a foreign language certification, Qualité FLE, and has thirty years’ experience in teaching French as a foreign language.

Useful information

The first day at school:
Students who have completed the assessment test no later than the Wednesday preceding their arrival will be able to start classes straight away on the Monday morning. Everyone else will complete the test at the school on the Monday morning and start classes on the Tuesday morning. The school organises an information meeting and a guided tour of the town.

Location:
In general, lessons are held at the “Le Château” school. When this school has reached maximum capacity, students take their lessons at the “Le Port” school.

No lessons on public holidays:
18 Apr | 1 May | 26 May | 06 June | 14 July | 15 Aug | 1 Nov | 11 Nov

Christmas break:
16 Dec 2022 - 2 Jan 2023

Arrival dates:
9 Jan | 6 Feb | 6 Mar | 1 May | 12 Jun | 26 Jun | 17 Jul | 7 Aug | 11 Sep | 9 Oct | 13 Nov

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20 45-minute French lessons

This course is open to over-30s who want to benefit from more a personalized approach and is taught in classes of 6 adults. The small class sizes allow language learners to make progress more quickly.

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Residential accommodation

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Accommodation of a high standard is included for both courses.

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One-to-one courses

French courses

1 leçon = 45 minutes

With a personal teacher who can focus completely on their specific needs, students can improve their overall French language skills or concentrate on specific areas.
Also available as group classes.

€36 per lesson