Talking English

	Who are we? Talking English was initially founded in 2000 in Lahti to meet the English language training needs of the local business community. Quickly gaining a reputation for providing high quality courses at competitive prices, Talking English now offers training in a range of other languages including French and Swedish. Our client list now includes many of the biggest names in Finnish industry. Return to top
	Mike Bangle Mike Bangle is the English founder of Talking English based in Lahti. Possessing an MSc in Environmental Management and TESOL Certificate (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) he specialises in teaching business English and also writes a biweekly English language column Etela Suomen Sanomat. Return to top
	Staff Our professionally qualified team of trainers and language consultants have been based in Lahti for more than five years and understand the requirements for language skills to promote international business. We offer British, Canadian and American speakers as trainers to give people more flexibility in meeting these needs. For beginners we also offer a fully qualified native Finnish speaker. Talking English also employs native Swedish, German and French speakers. Return to top
	Courses The primary aim of our courses is to increase the students' oral fluency and vocabulary in the target language. We begin with establishing which areas of their language they need to improve and which subjects students have an interest in, (for example: banking, import/export, manufacturing, general English). Conversation lessons are then based on these specific requirements. Alternatively, if a student requires letter writing or grammar exercises a course will designed to meet these needs. For beginners with specific learning needs course will be designed focusing each week on a particular aspect of the language including grammar (where required). Return to top
	Testing Do you want to know your employees' language ability? Talking English offers three tests. (a) Oral Test 15 minute interview to determine oral efficiency. (b) Grammar Test 40 minute written test to determine knowledge of English grammar. (c) Listening Test 20 minute test to determine listening comprehension. Clients can choose any one or combination of these tests. Return to top
	Teaching material Talking English has an extensive library of language, business books and specialist dictionaries. Other resources used include English newspapers, annual reports, company brochures and the internet. Return to top
	Translation and proof readings Talking English is also able to provide translation and proof reading services and assistance with writing business/promotional material and correspondence/emails. Return to top
	Cost Our highly competitive prices are time based. There is no need to buy an expensive course. If you only need a short language lesson or consultation, that is all you pay for. The minimum time period is 45 minutes. Return to top
	Other Services Many of our teachers have had working experience in their country of origin, and may be able to assist in locating new markets for your products. Return to top
	Clients and References References are available upon request. Return to top
	Contact Information For more information (without obligation) please contact us at Talking English 03 7828163 Kiikkulankatu 5 C 22 mobile 040 833 7772 15950 Lahti mike.bangle(at)phnet.fi Return to top

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