In the era of the rapid and increasing economic globalization the necessity of
teaching Business English cannot be disputed. The paper addresses the basic
concepts of Business English (BE), emphasizing the importance of the learner’s
needs, i.e. usage of English in a business setting. The focus is also placed on the
main topics covered in BE courses, skill areas and lesson formats. The teaching of BE is regarded through the necessary context of English for Specific Purposes (ESP).


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