1. LSBF School of English
The English School for Global Professionals
LSBF School of English memberships and accreditation bodies
A special interest group of English UK

2. Our Mission
In today’s global community, the
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ability to communicate effectively in
English opens up a whole new world
of study and career opportunities.
Communicating confidently and
effectively provides individuals with
a skill that will open doors anywhere
in the world, whether it be in the
boardroom of a Fortune 500 firm,
while on a volunteer mission in one
of the world’s developing countries,
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or when simply meeting friends and Top 5 Reasons to Choose LSBF School of English 3
business associates. • Superb Location
• Excellent Facilities
Aimed at students and professionals • Outstanding Flexible Programmes
of all levels, the LSBF School of • Quality Teaching
• Rapid Progress at Students’ Pace
English is a school like no other,
providing individuals not only with the Exceeding Expectations 5
English language skills needed for • Skill Development
• Quality Teaching
today’s global economy, but also with
the leadership, communication and Our Courses 6
confidence to become a global leader • General English
• Academic English & Pre-Masters
and innovator.
• Business and Professional English
• IELTS Exam Preparation
• One-to-One Courses
• Cambridge Exam Preparation Courses: FCE and CAE
• Conversation and Pronunciation
Professional Development 7
• Professional Qualification Programmes
• Graduate Programmes
Experience London 8
• Marble Arch Campus
• Classrooms
• Library
• Computer Facilities
Accommodation 10
• Home Stay
• Flat-share
• Residence, Hostel and Studios
• Executive Accommodation
Social Programmes 11

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Top 5 Reasons to Choose
LSBF School of English
1. Superb Location 4. Quality Teaching
Situated in the heart of London, our Marble Arch We meet the highest standards in quality teaching.
School campus is within close proximity to all London’s All our teachers combine first-hand industry expertise
major landmarks, including Hyde Park, Piccadilly supported by continuous professional development
Circus and it’s just a short bus ride from the financial and use the latest teaching methodologies and
and Business district, the City. materials so that our classes remain relevant. Our
quality assurance is guaranteed by British Council
2. Excellent Facilities accreditation and membership of English UK and
Business English UK.
Our first-class facilities include:
• comfortable and air-conditioned classrooms 5. Rapid Progress at Students’ Pace
• student lounge with internet access We provide a high-degree of support and
• library & self-access study centre available individual attention to each student to ensure that
at our LSBF Campus, just 10 minutes on the maximum progress is achieved. On their first day,
Underground from Marble Arch students complete a level test which will place
• one-to-one pods for specialised programmes them in the right class to enable them to achieve
their specific learning goals. Student progress
is carefully monitored by the School on a regular
3. Outstanding Flexible Programmes
basis and each student’s learning programme
Whether you are interested in English for university is continually assessed to ensure students are
entry, academic or professional purposes, or simply getting the most out of their experience with the
wish to combine study with exploring London, you will LSBF School of English.
find a course to match your needs and interests. We
offer all levels of English language proficiency and we
run flexible morning, midday and afternoon classes.
LSBF School of English — The English School for Global Professionals

4. “The Financial English
course at the School was
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very challenging, helping
me not only to improve
my English, but also to find
a job with a Fortune 500
firm in the City”
Monika – Financial English

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Exceeding Expectations
Skill Development Quality Teaching
LSBF School of English students learn more than just All LSBF School of English teachers hold either
the English Language. As a part of London School the Certificate in English Language Teaching to
of Business & Finance, LSBF School of English will Adults (CELTA) or the Diploma in English Language
aim at developing confidence, as well as strong Teaching to Adults (DELTA), and have extensive
communication and leadership skills among its experience teaching Academic and Business
students. LSBF’s unique teaching approach, focusing English Language classes.
on setting strong foundations in all aspects of the
Students’ progress often varies, requiring systematic,
English Language (speaking, listening, writing and
structured testing to consolidate and evaluate learning.
reading) while complementing learning with group
Lesson reviews and progress tests further enable
activities and classroom discussions, will allow
teachers to measure the development of students’
students to confidently use their newly acquired skills.
language skills and assess their ongoing performance.
A series of social programmes and activities, in
and around London, will promote leadership and
communication skills among LSBF students, setting
the foundation for work and study within an
international environment.
Leadership Skills
Communication & Teamwork Skills
Language Skills:
Speaking, L
Listening, Reading and Writing
LSBF School of English — The English School for Global Professionals

6. Our Courses
A wide variety of programmes is available for professionals, or future professionals,
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looking to improve their fluency in the English language. An extensive range of general,
academic and professional courses ensure our teaching is relevant to each student’s
needs, aspirations, career goals and objectives. Most courses can be taken on their own,
or in different combinations, with a variety of timetables, a choice of 15, 20, 25 and 30
lessons per week and the flexibility to start any non-holiday Monday of the year.
General English One-to-One Courses
These programmes are aimed at professionals, and These courses are a unique opportunity to learn and
future professionals of all disciplines and backgrounds practice English with one of the School’s teachers
who are looking to improve general comprehension in a comfortable and quiet environment. General
of the English Language. The courses focus on English studies, exam preparation, and business and
developing all 4 core skills of the English language: financial English studies can all be incorporated into
speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary, the student’s lesson plan. One-to-One sessions are
grammar and pronunciation. conducted using a variety of learning methods, where
teachers can focus on the student’s individual needs
Academic English & Pre-Masters and topics of interest.
These programmes are designed for students who
Cambridge Exam Preparation Courses:
need to improve their Academic English and Study
FCE and CAE
Skills to prepare for university level studies and include
Intermediate and Advanced Academic English classes. Highly respected internationally, the First Certificate
in English and Certificate in Advanced English are
Business and Professional English recognized by both employers and universities as
true benchmarks of English language learning. Our
A series of courses designed for professionals looking courses of 10 weeks take students through stringent
to increase their industry specific language skills, preparation for these challenging exams.
the Business and Professional English programmes
provide students with the skills to analyse high level
Conversation and Pronunciation
business and financial information, write reports,
conduct presentations, and develop other professional These courses develop students’ confidence and
skills needed in the work place. oral fluency whilst improving their pronunciation, by
focusing on phonemes, connected speech, intonation
IELTS Exam Preparation and sentence stress. The conversation classes
improve students’ speaking ability, enabling them to
The IELTS examination is fast becoming the leading communicate more effectively in a variety of English
standardised test for English Language globally, speaking environments. The pronunciation classes
jointly managed by the University of Cambridge address students’ specific and individual diction,
and the British Council. It is recognised as the enunciation and articulation needs.
standardised English proficiency test for University
admission in the United Kingdom, with some
institutions looking for scores as high as 8.0 on
this challenging examination.

7. Professional Development
As an integral part of London School of Business & Finance, LSBF School of English
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works very closely with the academic team at LSBF to provide its students with
numerous opportunities for professional development.
Professional Qualification Programmes Graduate Programmes
In addition to the leadership and communication Students showcasing an excellent academic
courses that are offered to students, students may background and a strong managerial experience
also be eligible to partake in LSBF’s Professional may be eligible pursue one of LSBF’s Masters
Qualification courses, studying towards obtaining programmes, learning alongside fellow professionals
some of the world’s most recognised professional and developing the knowledge and tools needed
qualifications: to thrive in today’s global economy. Some of the
programmes available include:
• Association of Chartered Certified
Accountants (ACCA) • Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Chartered Institute of Management • MSc in Finance or MSc in Investment Banking
Accountants (CIMA) • MSc in Marketing or MSc in Digital Marketing
• Chartered Financial Analyst Institute (CFA)
• Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
LSBF School of English — The English School for Global Professionals

8. Experience London
As an English school for the world’s leaders and innovators, the LSBF School of English is
8 based in the centre of London – the world’s financial capital. The School is situated amidst the
world’s leading firms, institutions, organisations and associations, and provides for the perfect
venue for students to better their understanding of global commerce and develop their network.
London is a charismatic, cosmopolitan and historic city like no other, offering students a truly
unforgettable experience filled with art, culture and history. Students at the LSBF School of
English will experience one of the world’s most multicultural and diverse cities, having excellent
opportunities to practise and develop their language skills, making life-long friends and
meeting business associates from all over the world.
LSBF Campus – Marble Arch
Marble Arch Campus: The LSBF School of English
is based in a modern facility within the LSBF campus
located at Marble Arch. Located just off vibrant
Edgware Road and the excitement of Oxford Street,
the Marble Arch campus provides easy access for
students to a wide variety of public transportation,
wonderful eateries and some of the best shopping in
the world. Beautiful Hyde Park is only a 2 minute walk
around the corner where students can go running,
walking or just sit and enjoy the views.
Classrooms: Spacious classrooms with comfortable
furnishings provide an optimum learning environment.
Library: LSBF campus at Holborn (just a 10 minute
tube journey away) has a library and self-access
study centre with a range of current media and study
materials to assist students to practice and develop
their language skills.
Computer Facilities: With over 100 computers
at the nearby Holborn campus, there are endless
opportunities for self-study.

9. Accommodation
Depending on the duration of their studies, various accommodation options are available
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to LSBF School of English students, varying from family homestays to luxury executive
apartments, making the move to London as pleasant and care-free as possible.
Home Stay Residence and Hotel
Living in a private home is an excellent way for The School offers a wide choice of independent
students to practice their English skills with their host accommodation, from reasonably priced, comfortable
families and learn about Canadian life and culture. central Toronto hotels to superior standard
Conveniently located throughout Toronto, the School’s Residences. While there is a choice of locations
homestay families are chosen both for the quality of throughout Toronto, many are conveniently located
the accommodation they offer and for the care and within a short distance of the School, offering
compassion shown to the students. Various meal freedom and independent city living.
plans are available, with all homestays conforming
to a high level of standards. Executive Accommodation
Customised solutions for both short and long stays
Flat-share
are available to executives seeking to make the best
Staying in a flat-share gives students the freedom from their time in the city. Serviced apartments as well
and independence of having their own room while as 5-star hotel accommodations are available and
enjoying the social benefits of living in a house with can be arrange to provide for a pleasant and care-free
other international students. Self-catering kitchens and relocation to the city of London. These can also be
bathrooms are shared but rooms have private facilities coupled with limousine pickups from the airport, and
with en-suite options. Many flatshares are located in other bespoke services.
zone two, just 30 minutes journey to the school.
LSBF School of English — The English School for Global Professionals

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Social Programmes
A fun range of social programmes are available to make
students’ lives in London as exciting as possible, where
students will be able to make the most out of their time in
the city, meet fellow international students, learn about life
in London, and practice their language skills.
Social activities include on-campus events, London city-tours,
visits to sporting events in the city, cultural museum and
theatre visits, as well as other social and networking events.
Business and commerce related activities can also be
arranged, providing students with an excellent exposure
to London’s financial and business scene.

11. The social programme is
great because you interact
with other students from
around the world - which is 11
fun, and you really improve
your English.
Gulash – Pre-Masters
LSBF School of English — The English School for Global Professionals

12. How to Find Us
For Student Inquiries
Please feel free to contact the school
via email at english@lsbf.org.uk
or by phone at +44 (0) 20 7100 1808
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7823 2302
Contact Information:
LSBF School of English
London School of Business & Finance
Lex House, 17 Connaught Place
London W2 2ES
United Kingdom
Email: English@lsbf.org.uk
www.schoolofenglish.org.uk
Nearest Tube stations:
Marble Arch (Central Line) - Two minutes walk
Oxford Circus (Victoria Line) - Five minutes bus ride
Buses serving Marble Arch:
The following buses stop close to the school:
94, 10, 9, 13, 6, 7, 414, 436, 14, 73, 36,
and provide links to all areas of London.
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