This English for Human Resources course is designed for HR professionals who want to enhance their communication skills in English and become more effective in an international workplace. Through seven focused modules, you’ll gain essential vocabulary and practice key phrases relevant to typical HR scenarios, from hiring and training to conflict resolution.
Learning Outcomes
Discussing Staffing Requirements – Develop the language skills needed to discuss organizational staffing needs, propose team adjustments, and articulate departmental growth goals. Practice expressions that support strategic and clear conversations around workforce planning.
Recruiting: Identifying Needs and Developing the Job Description
Learn how to frame specific recruitment needs and craft effective job descriptions. You’ll refine your vocabulary for describing roles, qualifications, and desired experience, as well as practice outlining the responsibilities and requirements of different positions.
Conducting a Job Interview
Acquire the skills to lead job interviews smoothly in English. This module includes question frameworks, active listening techniques, and ways to assess candidates effectively. Practice making candidates feel comfortable while asking insightful questions that reveal their true capabilities.
Describing Personality and Character
Master language for describing personality traits, work styles, and team fit. This module helps you learn expressions for discussing strengths and areas for improvement, both when speaking with candidates and providing feedback to colleagues.
Discussing Training Plans
Develop vocabulary to identify skill gaps, propose training solutions, and discuss learning goals. This module also includes language to review training outcomes and adjust plans as needed.
Coaching: Needs Analysis, Setting Goals and Reviewing Progress
Learn the language of business coaching, including setting achievable goals, conducting needs analysis, and following up on progress. Develop communication strategies that support ongoing employee development and motivation.
Resolving Conflict
Strengthen your ability to manage and resolve workplace conflicts with diplomacy and empathy. Practice using language to defuse tension, encourage open dialogue, and find constructive solutions that maintain positive workplace relationships.
With practical scenarios, essential vocabulary and extensive practice, this course will build your confidence to handle diverse HR situations in English, ensuring you can support and lead effectively in an international setting.
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