ESOL: English for Speakers of Other Languages
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Course overview
Learn the language of business while building the skills for your future career.
This full-time NQ Level 4 Business with ESOL course is perfect if your first language is not English and you want to start a career in Business, Administration, or Finance.
You’ll study the key ideas behind how businesses work, how to communicate effectively in the workplace, and how to use IT tools for administration.
At the same time, you’ll receive support to develop your English (ESOL) skills, helping you succeed in both study and employment.
This course provides an excellent foundation for progression to higher-level business courses or entry-level jobs in administration and customer service.
This course is ideal for:
- Students whose first language is not English
- Learners interested in Business, Administration, or Finance
- Those who want to gain practical skills while improving English for work and study
- Students preparing for NQ Level 5 or HND Business pathways
What you will learn
You’ll build your understanding of how businesses operate and develop both English and digital skills for the workplace.
Typical units include:
- Communications – develop strong written and spoken communication for work
- Business in Action – learn how organisations function and make decisions
- Influences on Business – explore what affects business success and change
- IT Solutions for Administrators – use Microsoft Office and digital tools to manage tasks
- Administration in Action – practise organising business activities and office systems
- Communication in Administration – understand how to share information effectively
- ESOL for Employability (Level 5) – build workplace English for real business settings
(Units may be subject to change.)
Entry requirements
✅ Minimum of SQA ESOL National 4 or equivalent qualification (click here to see equivalent qualifications)
✅ Attendance at an interview
✅ Interest in business, finance, or administration
Career Opportunities
This course helps you prepare for entry-level roles such as:
📞 Call Centre Assistant
📊 Office Administrator
🛍️ Retail Assistant
💡 Marketing or Sales Support
You’ll gain practical skills and language confidence for business environments in the UK.
Future prospects
After successful completion, you can progress to:
- NQ Level 5 Administration, Business, and Medical Administration
- Other courses at Level 5
- Further ESOL
- Employment in office, retail, or customer service roles
