English for Managers
One-on-one English and soft skills training for managers, team leaders, supervisors, and other high-potential employees.
Managers in international work environments need to know more than just English grammar. They need to know how to use English as a professional communication tool to influence people and command authority.
They need to lead discussions, explain decisions, and report to senior management, as well as work closely with other managers who don’t speak Thai, handle customer complaints, and influence their direct reports in English.
Who Does English for Managers Help?
English for Managers is designed for professionals whose responsibilities require them to communicate regularly in English at work.
The training is fully customized depending on the specific needs of the trainee. It is ideal for three types of corporate employees in Thailand:
- Mid-level and upper-level managers who report to English-speaking executives
- Supervisors and team leaders who interact with English-speaking management
- Any high-value individuals who work with English-speaking colleagues and customers
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What Makes Our English for Managers Unique?
ECSC’s English for Managers training – like all of our coaching and training – is built on the concept of English Plus.
That means the training focuses on English-language skills plus business-communication skills that managers need to perform their jobs at a high level.
So, training sessions focus on real situations that are relevant to the manager’s job, such as:
- Confidently leading meetings
- Explaining plans and decisions
- Giving updates and reporting progress
- Giving instructions and clarifying responsibilities
- Discussing problems and possible solutions
- Influencing customer or supplier decisions
- Responding to unexpected questions
Our aim is not for our customers to sound like the Queen of England.
It is to help them communicate clearly and confidently enough to do their jobs effectively in English.
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How Does English for Managers Work?
The training is customized to address the manager’s actual responsibilities and communication requirements.
This kind of personalization requires discussions between ECSC and the manager’s own manager and HR/Training team to ensure everyone is properly aligned on what the trainee needs.
THIS IS NOT TYPICAL “BUSINESS ENGLISH” TRAINING FROM A TEXTBOOK.
The training sessions combine targeted business-vocabulary development with realistic professional communication practice. Lots and lots of speaking practice:
- Interactive role-plays based on real workplace situations
- Exercises to improve clarity, tone, and ‘business-appropriateness’
- Direct feedback on the areas where their communication needs to improve
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English Training That Fits the Manager
Two managers with similar English levels may require completely different training.
One may communicate with Japanese management every week and need to become better at reporting progress and answering follow-up questions.
Another may manage an international sales team and need stronger language for leading discussions, giving feedback, and solving customer problems.
A third may be preparing for promotion and need greater confidence when communicating with senior regional leaders.
That is why English for Managers is highly customized and delivered one-on-one.
The program can focus narrowly on the language and communication situations that matter to that individual rather than following a general business-English syllabus.
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Why Choose ECSC For Your Manager Training?
Our trainers have experience working with managers and professionals in both training and business environments.
That gives the training a practical focus.
We are not simply looking for grammatical mistakes. We are looking at whether the manager can communicate the message clearly, respond appropriately, and handle the situation with confidence.
English for Managers is therefore:
- Customized around the individual’s role and responsibilities
- Focused on real workplace communication
- Practical rather than academic
- Flexible enough to respond to changing work priorities
- Suitable for managers who need both English development and communication practice
For senior leaders whose needs involve higher-level communication, influence, authority, and Executive Presence, ECSC Thailand also provides Executive Coaching.
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English for Managers: Program Details
English for Managers is normally delivered as a customized one-on-one program.
- 15, 21, or 30-hour programs
- Once or twice per week (recommended)
- 60 or 90-minute sessions, online or onsite
- Customized around the manager’s role and goals.
Final pricing depends on location, duration, format and level of customization. For more information, visit our Pricing page.
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Develop Stronger Managers Through Better Communication
Managers do not need English simply to pass a test or complete a course.
They need it to lead, collaborate, report, solve problems, and get work done.
If you are considering one-on-one training for yourself, a manager, or another high-potential employee, contact us today to discuss the requirements and the most appropriate program.
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Further Reading:
Learn about English communication for other team members in your organization.
→ Discover our Workshops and Group Classes.
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Visit our Contact Us page to inquire about English communication skills training for professionals in Thailand. Or, schedule a discovery call with our Founder, Don Gorr.
