Learning French for Business

With FormaScape French lessons in Normandy

 

 

Did you know that French is the official language of 29 countries, the procedural language of the EU, the only language used for deliberations at the Court of Justice for the EU, and a working language of the United Nations? Undoubtedly, French is increasingly useful whether you are an entrepreneur or an ambitious  corporate employee in an increasingly global community.

 

Gaëlle Napoleon is a dual-qualified French trainer. She is a linguistic instructor and she has a degree and some work experience in Business and Trade. Take  this sentence off: Therefore understands the language of business. If you want or need to learn the technical French tailored to your professional sector as well as the social codes in French Business, Normandy French Tuition can help you through ‘ à la carte’ business courses, long weekend business packaged courses or one to one regular lessons via Skype.

 

We offer 2 options of intensive courses:

 

  • Private ‘ à la carte ‘ courses over one or several days : ideal for one person or a small group of colleagues.
  • Long weekend group courses: join a small group of professionals for 3 intensive days.

FormaScape is happy to accompany you  from 9.30am to 4.30pm. You are totally independent out of these times to enjoy the local surroundings and have a rest after an intensive day.

 

 

PRIVATE ‘A LA CARTE’ COURSES

BUSINESS LANGUAGE COURSES for 1 person or a mini -group.

 

This option is the most personalised and intensive way of learning Business French quickly.

 

Each course is bespoke just for you or your group. You can choose your dates, duration, the number of your fellows, pace and content to suit your learning and professional objectives.

 

Lessons :

 

  • Flexible from 9.30am to 4.30pm according to your requirements.
  • At FormaScape in the centre of Flers.
  • All levels : from beginner to advanced.
  • Your tutor will put together a programme tailored to your professional needs and level through role playing, discussion of case studies, audios, videos and business articles.
  • Syllabus : pronunciation & accent, reading skills, listening skills, communication by phone, written communication (e-mails, CV , closing letters), sector-specific terminology, presentation, welcoming, meeting and negotiation skills, business and social etiquette, key French cultural values and manners in workplace, French body language, French cultural taboos, French regions and own cultures, …
  • All course materials provided with structured memos and relevant exercises.
  • Each student receives an assessment test by e-mail before the course to assess his/her level.

 

Activities and local excursions :

 

  • After a lunch break with delicious French cuisine, you are proposed enjoyable activities in the afternoon.
  • Local firm visits, local beverages and cheeses visits & tastings.
  • Discussion with a French business executive with opened questions.
  • All the visits and activities are conducted in French and designed around the business field.

Accommodation:

 

  • FormaScape can recommend several local comfortable hotels and chambres d’hôtes (B&B) close by. We’ll be happy to make the bookings for you.

 

Private transportation services :

 

  • to and from your accommodation, Caen Carpiquet and Dinard airport, Ouistreham port and local train stations.
  • We can also drive you around for the cultural outings and visits.

Prices:

 

Prices for Private Language Courses vary. Remember, each course is designed around your needs, your tastes and the number of people. However, please find below an example of a standard business French course for an individual:

 

  • One person
  • Course : 5 days from 9.30am to 4.30pm.
  • Including tuition and /or local cultural with a unique and personal tutor and guide.
  • Price: From 2000€

 

  • This price includes tuition, all course materials, lunches and drinks, local transportation, visits, activities and entrance fees.
  • Not included : local accommodation, breakfast and diners, extra and personal expenses, travel cost to Normandy.

 

 

Booking

If you’re interested, please view our upcoming courses below. Then, please contact us to book your course. Do not forget to specify your trade, your specific expectations and time limits. We’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

 

Upcoming 3 day Business courses:

 

To be announced…

 

 

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

 

  • A non-returnable 30% deposit is required at the time of the booking. (payment by French cheque or bank transfer).
  • The balance is payable by French cheque, bank transfer or cash upon your arrival.
  • A loyalty 5% discount is offered to our returning clients.
  • In case of cancellation of the reservation by the Client the following fees will be applied: 30% of the total amount (= the deposit).
  • Students must take out full insurance in order to cover all risks (theft, accident, illness etc) during their stay and also during transportation between FormaScape and their accommodation, in their accommodation, during courses, excursions, social activities. FormaScape is not responsible for any incidences that occur during students’ stay. FormaScape has taken all necessary safeguards with ALLIANZ insurance company to cover all risks associated with operating its own commercial activities.

 

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