Course Title: Business English Essentials: Selling Your Strengths with Confidence

¥17,999

Course Code: BSC101-WS

Course Period: 2025/8/9

Day: Sat

Time: 10:00-16:30

Hours: 6

Sessions: 1

Instructional Language: English

English Proficiency Level: High Intermediate

Location: In-Person (Tokyo)

Course Description: Are you a non-native English speaker who wants to speak more confidently in professional situations? Do you struggle to express your ideas clearly in meetings, presentations, or negotiations? Would you like to feel more prepared when introducing yourself, pitching ideas, or handling tough questions in interviews or business discussions? This highly interactive one-day workshop is designed to help you sell your strengths with confidence in English. Whether you’re participating in a meeting, delivering a presentation, negotiating a deal, or interviewing for a job, you’ll learn practical communication techniques to express yourself more clearly, persuasively, and professionally.

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Textbook: No required textbook

Instructor: Paul Kates

Instructor Biography: With a rich tapestry of over 30 years in diverse professional realms, Paul Kates stands as a beacon of expertise and leadership in the field of Continuing and Corporate Education. Hailing from Toronto, Canada, Paul's journey in the business world took flight after earning his MBA from the prestigious Schulich School of Business at York University. His early career was marked by a pivotal role in the Entrepreneurial Services Practice at Ernst & Young, where he honed his skills in accounting, auditing, and consulting across a broad spectrum of industries. Paul's career trajectory then ascended to management positions within leading companies in the consumer goods and hospitality sectors, including a tenure at a Fortune 500 company. Here, he was instrumental in driving initiatives in marketing, sales, customer service, and merchandising, showcasing his versatility and forward-thinking approach. In 2006, Paul embarked on a new chapter in Tokyo, Japan, where he has since become a cornerstone of the academic and corporate training landscape. As the Director of Continuing Education and Corporate Education at Temple University Japan (TUJ), Paul leverages his extensive experience to inspire and educate. He delivers a wide array of business courses and workshops, equipping professionals and students alike with the knowledge and skills to excel in today's dynamic business environment. Paul Kates is not just an educator but a mentor and innovator, dedicated to shaping the future of professional development and corporate education in Japan and beyond.