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Premier English Programs
Communicate with Confidence in English sm
San Diego • San Francisco
Maximum 4 Students per Class
CONTENTS
What CISL Offers ...3 Premier English Programs:
Executive English (San Diego) ...4 Global Success (San Francisco) ...6
CISL is fully accredited by the Commission for English Language
“ I improved my English with vocabulary and cases related to my business routine. My teacher was extremely dedicated and untiring. She helped me with my difficulties. She is a business woman. I learned English
and about international business with her. I am very grateful to her for this special month
in my life.”
In today’s world, the ability to communicate effectively and with confidence in English is necessary for professional success. With over 40 years of experience, Converse International School of Languages (CISL) is a leader in English language training. Since 1972, motivated students from around the globe have received rigorous English language training from CISL. The mission of CISL is to help our clients learn to communicate effectively and with confidence in English. Our experienced instructors help identify students’ needs and challenge them every day to maximize their learning potential in a friendly and stimulating environment.
Communicate with Confidence in English
smC O N V E R S E I N T E R N AT I O N A L S C H O O L O F L A N G UAG E S O F F E R S :
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● Over 40 years of teaching experience ●
● Small classes and individual attention (maximum of four students for
Premier English programs)
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● Modern schools located in exciting urban environments ●
● The CISL Interactive Teaching Method to learn to communicate effectively and
with confidence in English
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● Levels from elementary to advanced ●
● Motivated students from all over the world (good mix of nationalities) ●
● Accommodation placement options (apartments, homestays, and student residences)
S A N F R A N C I S C O
Premier English
E X E C U T I V E E N G L I S H P RO G R A M - S A N D I E G O
Executive English courses are designed for motivated students and business professionals who want to focus on the skills they need to effectively conduct business in English. The classes are very small; students can enroll in group classes with 4 students maximum, and/or private lessons, so that they can benefit from a maximum level of attention and involvement in class activities. Courses are designed to cover a variety of real-life business situations, as well as to meet each student’s specific needs and goals. The committed instructors are experienced in both English education and the business world, and will challenge and guide the students through this rigorous program. Students at various English levels are accepted. Clients can expect to:
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● Improve writing skills for a variety of business correspondence ●
● Gain confidence in giving presentations, conducting meetings, and handling negotiations ●
● Increase business- and industry-based vocabulary ●
● Discuss topics such as finance, leadership, conflict management and problem-solving,
and then put that knowledge into practice
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● Learn useful tips for communicating more effectively in the business environment ●
● Learn about doing business internationally
Course Options and Schedules:
20 lessons per week: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m. 28 lessons per week: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m .– 12:40 p.m, and Monday – Thursday, 1:30 p.m. – 3:20 p.m.
M A X I M U M
4 students
E X E C U T I V E E N G L I S H P RO G R A M - S A N D I E G O (continued) Location
With its wonderful climate, sunny skies, world-class golf courses as well as beautiful beaches, islands, and peninsulas; this modern, safe, and clean city attracts people from all over the world. San Diego’s warm weather allows its residents to enjoy outdoor sports, such as golf, tennis, and surfing, year round.
CISL San Diego is conveniently located in the city center near public transportation. Just a short walk from CISL, is the beautiful San Diego Bay where you can stroll along the Embarcadero and enjoy the view of beautiful Coronado Island. Our school is only a short walk to the Horton Plaza shopping district, the historic Gaslamp Quarter, and the new baseball stadium. Balboa Park and the world- famous San Diego Zoo are also nearby.
Accommodation
San Diego Executive English clients have the option of staying in a variety of locations suitable for every preference and budget. Staying with a San Diego Homestay family allows the client to experience American culture and to benefit from living with English speakers. Clients select from breakfast only or both breakfast and dinner. Clients also have the option of comfortable student residences, luxury apartment suites, or cosmopolitan hotels.
“My teacher focused on helping me to upgrade my English conversation, reading comprehension and listening. My teacher was excellent!!! A strong point is the
teacher’s business experience”
Premier English
G L O B A L S U C C E S S E N G L I S H P RO G R A M - S A N F R A N C I S C O
Global Success courses are designed for ambitious learners, executives, and professionals who want to be successful in the global economy. These courses are taught in small groups (1:1 or 1:4 per class) to ensure that students benefit from a high level of individual attention. Every lesson has clear objectives designed to achieve results. Classes are structured to maximize the contact time between students and the instructor. All CISL Global Success teachers are highly qualified native speakers, with business and cultural expertise, who are committed to making sure that students achieve their goals.
The Global Success program follows the TEALS philosophy of education: “Teaching English As a Life Skill”. You will:
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● Gain confidence in speaking for meetings and presentations ●
● Improve writing skills for business reports, emails, and business letters ●
● Increase general and industry-specific vocabulary ●
● Increase comprehension and speed of response ●
● Learn effective communication for everyday situations ●
● Increase command of grammar, idioms, vocabulary, and expression ●
● Develop confidence in group communication
Course Options and Schedules:
Global Success: Monday – Friday 9:00 am– 12:40 pm Global Success PLUS:
+ Business English in the afternoon: Monday – Thursday 1:30 pm– 3:10 pm
+ Intensive English in the afternoon: Monday – Thursday 1:30 pm– 3:10 pm
+ Private lessons in the afternoon
M A X I M U M
4 students
Premier English
G L O B A L S U C C E S S P RO G R A M - S A N F R A N C I S C O (continued) Location
San Francisco is located in Northern California and enjoys a temperate climate year-round. Comprised of a variety of colorful districts (Chinatown, Japantown, Little Italy and the Hispanic Mission district), San Francisco provides you with the opportunity to experience the world in this truly cosmopolitan city.
Our school is located on four floors of an historic building right in the center of downtown. Clients can participate in exciting activities around the city and view the beautiful scenery of the Bay Area from our rooftop terrace when not in class. San Francisco is an amazing city and an even more wonderful place to learn English.
Accommodation
Global Success clients have the option of staying in a variety of locations suitable for every preference and budget.
Staying with a delightful Homestay family allows the client to experience American culture and to benefit from living with English speakers. Clients select from breakfast only or both breakfast and dinner.
Clients also have the option of comfortable student residences, luxury apartment suites, or cosmopolitan hotels.
“Every class I have to talk about something. First it was difficult for me to speak English, but now I
have confidence to speak English. I like everything at CISL San Francisco.”
Converse International School of Languages www.cisl.edu
CISL SAN DIEGO
636 Broadway, Suite 210 San Diego, California 92101 U.S.A.
Ph. +1 619 239 3363 Fx. +1 619 239 3778 [email protected]
CISL SAN FRANCISCO
605 Market Street, Suite 1400 San Francisco, California 94105 U.S.A.
Ph. +1 415 495 7470 Fx. +1 415 495 7467 [email protected]