EF Corporate Solutions 2014–15
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Language Courses Abroad for companies, institutions and executives
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WELCOME TO EF There’s no doubt about it, English is now the world’s chosen language for international communication. In business, it’s the key to better knowledge-sharing, collaboration, and customer-relations.
I’m sure many of you have seen for yourselves the benefits that English proficiency can bring to your colleagues’ effectiveness and confidence in their role - it almost makes them stand a bit taller. For all these reasons, it’s easy to see why many organizations now focus on improving English skills as one of their most strategic priorities. But what’s the best way to learn English? Well, if you are serious about improving as quickly as possible, then living and immersing yourself in the language, culture and country that speaks it really is the fastest way to do it. Directors from global companies like ABB and PWC all agree: taking time out of their busy schedules to travel abroad and immerse themselves in another language is one of the best investments they’ve ever made. This is why we’re so passionate about ‘cultural immersion’, with a teacher on-hand to guide you. It’s the vision on which we founded our company and it continues to be what gets us up in the mornings! Now, as EF Education First enters its 50th year at the forefront of language training, we have developed a great range of training solutions all built around immersion: a global network of EF schools, language centers and executive institutes in over 52 countries around the world; as well as the world’s largest English school of all, EF’s virtual school delivering personalized, structured, teacher–led training over the internet for those who cannot travel abroad. Combine all that with a worldwide network of 500 offices, and we are pretty sure we have the service and support teams in place wherever your students might be. Join us in our 50th year and help to open up the world through education. Welcome to EF!
Peter Burman President, EF Corporate Solutions
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Welcome.............................................. 4 EF worldwide........................................ 6 Why English matters............................ 8 Immersion courses............................. 10 The EF Approach................................ 12 The EF EfektaTM Method..................... 13 What our clients say........................... 16
EF Executive Language Institutes Cambridge......................................... 24 Boston................................................ 28
Travel services.................................... 36 The EF virtual school.......................... 38 Other EF programs............................. 40 Enrollment form.................................. 41 Terms and conditions......................... 42 Accreditations.................................... 43
EF International Language Centers English language destinations........... 32 Other language destinations.............. 34
Courses Private................................................ 20 Premium............................................. 21 Company-specific.............................. 21 Fluency Builder.................................. 22 Executive Seminar............................. 23 Intensive Group.................................. 23
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WHY ENGLISH MATTERS The world in which we live has never been smaller. We can now travel to, communicate, and do business with the other side of the world in hours, minutes and seconds. But one thing that underpins all of it is a common language – and today, that’s English. Academic research is primarily published in it, primary and secondary schools around the world teach it, global digital communication fuels it, international business runs on it, and companies large and small are increasingly mandating it as their corporate language. Four hundred million people speak it because they are native to the countries that do. Another one billion six hundred thousand speak it as a second language or are learning to do so. That amounts to two billion people, almost a third of the entire planet. Are you or your company part of them? To compete effectively in today’s world, executives, teams and whole organizations must ensure that their English skills are ‘top notch’. Business and progress relies on it.
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International expansion Handling international client requests, negotiations and customer service successfully requires your workforce to be confident English speakers.
Mergers Having English as the common corporate language will assist the successful integration of two corporate cultures.
Cross-border collaboration To facilitate international collaboration, organizations need improved language skills among staff members.
Improved competitiveness Managers need to maintain excellent language skills to ensure that no business opportunities are lost in translation in an increasingly globalized environment.
Internal training programs Language training courses often form part of a company’s training program for high achievers.
Promotion If you or a member of your team is ready for the next career move, language training is often necessary. More senior roles usually demand more frequent interaction with foreign partners and colleagues.
Personal development Language training can form a part of a company’s reward system for team members who have excelled.
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THE FASTEST WAY TO LEARN A LANGUAGE … is to live in the country that speaks it, and having a teacher there to help you every step of the way. We call it ‘cultural immersion’. We know that through immersion our teachers can apply the most of what they are best at: academic structure and conversation practice. Combine this with tailored learning content, bespoke tutorials, digital access to EF’s virtual school and informal learning experiences of day-to-day life, and the results are the fastest possible path to language fluency. It’s on this vision we have founded our company, and now after 50 years of ‘travel abroad’ immersion language training, EF’s global network of schools, language centers and executive institutes in over 52 countries are recognized as second to none. English-only environment Speaking English, and more importantly, being required to do so, boosts our cognitive language skills very quickly. That’s why in our EF Institutes we keep a strict rule that English is the language spoken at all times. As the institute provides a professionals-only environment, you will have plenty of opportunity to apply your learning in the classroom to a more social context outside of it, while networking and communicating with fellow professionals from all around the world. Cultural exposure Immersion learning is the best way to gain exposure to the cultural traditions and customs of a nation. Sensitivity to such factors is critical for successful international communications. That is why we include host family accommodation as part of our standard course offer. That is also why we make sure to offer cultural activities outside of the scheduled classroom hours.
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THE EF APPROACH At the heart of EF’s learning method are our exceptional teachers, all of whom possess both a business-oriented and a functional understanding of your job-specific training needs. We are lucky enough to be able to hire the best teachers in the field (all of our teachers have a TEFL qualification or equivalent, and a minimum of two years language teaching experience). But we don’t stop there. We train them further in our own methodology and courseware, to ensure global consistency and quality, before placing them in our schools around the world. Tailor-made curriculum Our courses are customized for you to achieve your goals, whether you need to learn grammar, pronunciation, or the vocabulary specific to your industry. In class, you’ll practise professional situations such as making appointments, going over work-related reports and presentations. Lessons are kept relevant to your profession and language needs. All our courses include 6 month’s full access to our iLab so that you can continue studying at home or at work. Students at our Executive Language Institutes also get a full year’s Premium access to our award-winning virtual English school. Progress reporting Rigorous needs-analysis and state-of-the-art progress tracking help us determine your specific training needs in relation to your job and to your goals. At the end of your course, you will take home an official Progress Report and a detailed Academic Record.
Supporting you every step of the way
1. An EF Language Consultant will help you assess your course objectives and which language areas you need to focus on.
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2. With EF’s advanced testing tools we will establish your current English level and the level you want to achieve.
3. We will then work with you to identify a destination, a course type, and curriculum content that best fit your needs.
4. Based on your feedback and monitoring results, your Director of Studies can amend your study plan to keep your learning on track.
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The EF EfektaTM Method Our learning methodology – the EF EfektaTM Method – focuses on dialogue, structure, conversation and the use of authentic language and real-life situations.
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With over 50 years of experience in the business, we now know quite a few things about language learning, not least that teachers play an absolutely critical role. We also know that today’s world provides many previously-unavailable opportunities to be exposed to new language, learn new concepts, try out those concepts and really embed them. That’s why our learning methodology embraces the most modern learning techniques: digital media, multimedia devices, in-person and virtual classrooms and much more. We’re ‘flipping’ the traditional way of teaching, and engaging teachers and students throughout the process. The EF EfektaTM Method encourages the student to LEARN new language concepts themselves, either with or without a teacher present, and then immediately TRY those concepts out with examples and dialogue, with fellow students and teachers in conversation classes to help absorb the learning. They then APPLY these concepts in real-life situations, to embed what they have learnt, again with the help of teachers who can focus on areas of improvement and CERTIFY the student’s progress.
EF Research Network EF has established several long-standing partnerships with leading academic institutions.
These partnerships allow EF’s and our partners’ researchers and linguists to work together on joint projects, share research, data and best practices. The results of these joint projects help shape EF’s language training solutions. Collaboration with Cambridge University EF has established a Research Unit at the University of Cambridge Department of Theoretical and Applied Linguistics to promote innovation in language learning and assessment. Our distinguished team of scientists and linguists are jointly conducting research at the cutting edge of technology to fundamentally improve the way students learn English.
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Other research partnerships We also have established research partnerships with Harvard Graduate School of Education, the Peking University and Moscow State University.
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WORD OF MOUTH. What our clients say
“I absolutely loved my 15 days of training. I fell in love with Boston! The teaching staff was exceptional. I was lucky enough to have Michelle as lead teacher, she was fantastic. With regards to accommodation, I was very lucky to be hosted by Louise, who cooked delicious meals every evening and who is crazy about Rock n’ Roll! I really made the most out of my stay. Thanks to the excellent teachers, the other students (with whom we got on extremely well), the school with its great infrastructure and amazing views, individual and semi-private classes... I was able to make good progress. The outings organized by EF and by the students were extremely enriching. In short, a dream come true! The hardest part was coming back to France after 15 days of pure happiness in full immersion.” Jacques Perrochat Data Center Solutions Director Schneider Electric, France
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“The teachers and staff had exceptional knowledge and expertise in their field. They really made an effort to make me feel comfortable so I’d get as much as possible out of my stay.” Tania Yèbenes Telefónica, Spain
“I decided to take an intensive language course in Cambridge because I wanted to improve my fluency and accuracy in English language. The school atmosphere was international, relaxing and inspiring and the facilities were excellent.” Marko Honkanen Sourcing Director. Itella, Finland
“Bunge is a global company and the study of a new language is essential for our employees. EF’s immersion program was the perfect opportunity to discover how networking with people from different cultures and professors from different fields improve the learning of a new language.” Jane Teixeira Training & Development Manager. Bunge, Brazil
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OUR COURSES
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Our immersion courses abroad are available across the world, with locations dependent on language focus and personal preferences. Our Executive Language Institutes have the added benefit of a full year’s access to our award-winning virtual school, to help you perfect everything that you learned. For highly tailored, one-to-one and premium English training for more senior professionals, we provide fully-accredited EF Executive Language Institutes located in Boston, USA and Cambridge, UK. All students to these institutes also enjoy fullyear premium access to the EF’s virtual school for follow-up study. This gives our executive students the opportunity to continue their studies after they return home via unlimited access to teacher-led virtual conversation classes. For intensive group courses in English or private courses in other languages, we suggest one of our career-focused EF International Language Centers. With language centers, schools and institutes all over the world, you can be sure that EF will have a location and course adapted to every need.
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PRIVATE
Lessons (40 min)
The fastest way to fluency: one-to-one training with a private teacher. Maximum individual attention This highly intensive course provides you with your own personal language teacher whose sole mission is to help you reach your learning goals. That means you always progress at your own pace and your teacher has the ability to react with total flexibility to your individual learning needs. Throughout your course, you will have plenty of opportunities to practise your new skills with fellow learners at coffee breaks in the lounge, over lunch in town, or during organized outings and evening activities.
One-to-one instruction means results A dedicated teacher means that you can practise by using materials relevant to you and your role. For speaking practice, you might role-play a marketing presentation, to improve reading comprehension, you might analyze an article from the daily newspaper and for listening skills you might be asked to watch an industry specific video online on an iPad. To address grammatical issues, your teacher may have you complete exercises from EF’s virtual school in the iLab.
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• 40 one-to-one lessons • 1 year Premium access to EF’s virtual school included (EF Executive Language Institutes only) p. 38
Languages and locations EF EXECUTIVE LANGUAGE INSTITUTES • English in Boston and Cambridge p. 24–31
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Levels Beginner to advanced
Start dates Every Monday
Length • 1 week or longer • Average length 2 weeks
Meet Tom, Boston teacher “With many years of business development experience, I feel most at home in the role of professional communication coach. I stress coaching here – to help our clients give more persuasive presentations, develop negotiation strategies, leadership and management skills. We also have clients who are here on their own, in career transition or for the enjoyment of Boston’s rich culture. It’s fun and rewarding to do this work, and there’s no greater satisfaction than when a client states that they learned so much more here than language. We help them create solutions to real life challenges, and we build their confidence so that they feel they can succeed anywhere in the world.” Tom McGregor / EF Executive Language Institute Boston
Virtual school included All courses at our Executive Language Institutes come with one year’s Premium access to EF’s virtual school, including unlimited teacher-led conversation classes.
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EF INT’L LANGUAGE CENTERS
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Our most popular course – a combination of one-to-one training, semi-private and small group tuition. One-to-one instruction 10 LESSONS/WEEK One-to-one courses are completely tailor-made to meet your learning needs – you and your teacher decide on the most suitable study plan. Semi-private instruction 10 LESSONS/WEEK With semi-private instruction, the focus is on making sure you can communicate clearly and in context. Your teacher partners you with one or two other professionals for interactive exercises and role-plays.
Small group seminars 10 LESSONS/WEEK Group seminars give you the opportunity to learn with international colleagues through conversation-based lessons. Each group is kept small (max four students) to maximize participation. Teacher-led iLab 10 LESSONS/WEEK Your teacher will assign you a course of online lessons in our iLab, the EF language laboratory. Work on your pronunciation using advanced speech recognition software, write an essay, or take a progress test.
Our most flexible solution. Customized entirely around your company’s needs – you decide the content, structure, class size, and start dates.
We can customize every aspect of your group’s course – the number of participants, weekly lessons, mix of private, group and teacher-led
10 one-to-one lessons 10 semi-private lessons 10 group lessons (max 4 students) 10 teacher-led iLab lessons 1 year Premium access to EF’s virtual school included p. 38
Language and locations EF EXECUTIVE LANGUAGE INSTITUTES English in Boston and Cambridge p. 24–31
Levels Elementary to advanced
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COMPANY-SPECIFIC Our company-customized course is the ideal way to improve your skills in the specific language of your department, division or company.
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iLab classes, and the length of the program. We create a course that provides conversational competency, an in-depth knowledge of your company’s key terms, concepts and business philosophy, and practice with writing and making presentations.
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Length • 1 week or longer • Average length 2 weeks
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• 30–50 lessons per week ( in any combination – one-to-one, small group, iLab) • 1 year Premium access to EF’s virtual school included p. 38
Language and locations EF EXECUTIVE LANGUAGE INSTITUTES English in Boston and Cambridge p. 24–31
Levels Beginner to advanced
Start dates At your company’s request
Length 1 week or longer
READ MORE ABOUT OUR VIRTUAL SCHOOL ON PAGE 38
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FLUENCY BUILDER
Total number of lessons in program (40 min)
Become fluent – eight weeks of combined intensive and group studies. Small group seminars 25 LESSONS PER WEEK (4 WEEKS) Small group seminars give you the opportunity to learn with international colleagues through conversation-based lessons.
The eight-week Fluency Builder course features a personal coach for the full length of the program. The course is designed for professionals who need a drastic improvement in their English level. As with all our courses, the Fluency Builder program will be tailored to your specific needs.
Private coaching 16 SESSIONS During your course you will have 16 private one-to-one sessions with your personal coach. These sessions give you the opportunity to focus on specific topics and questions you might have or areas for improvement.
Course structure During your first week of study you and your personal coach will agree on the course structure and make a study plan tailored to your needs. One-to-one instruction 30 LESSONS PER WEEK (4 WEEKS) Our one-to-one private tuition is completely tailor-made to fit your personal needs.
• 136 1-to-1 lessons • 120 small group lessons (max 4 students) • Unlimited iLab access • 1 year Premium access to EF’s virtual school included p. 38
Language and locations EF EXECUTIVE LANGUAGE INSTITUTES English in Boston and Cambridge p. 24–31
Levels Beginner to pre-intermediate
Start dates Every Monday
Length 8 weeks: 4 weeks of 1-to-1 private instruction combined with 4 weeks of group seminars. Full access to iLab throughout the course
You will also benefit from full access to our innovative EF iLab during the entire course and a full year’s Premium access to our virtual school.
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Loris Buratti / Vice President. Gima Srl, Italy
EXECUTIVE SEMINAR Small group seminars with maximum four students. Accelerate your English in a seminar setting This course is the obvious choice for business professionals who need to focus mainly on improving their spoken English. We ensure maximum interaction by limiting the group size to four and by creating dynamic groups of participants with similar abilities of the language. Conversation-based lessons 30 LESSONS/WEEK The goal of the group course is to build your conversational confidence by
improving fluency, pronunciation and intonation in relevant professional and social situations. Teacher-led lessons in iLab
Lessons (40 min)
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• 30 small group lessons (max 4 students) • 10 teacher-led iLab lessons • 1 year Premium access to EF’s virtual school included p. 38
Language and locations EF EXECUTIVE LANGUAGE INSTITUTES English in Boston and Cambridge p. 24–31
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Your teacher will assign you a course of online lessons in our iLab, the EF language laboratory. Work on your pronunciation using advanced speech recognition software, write an essay, or take a progress test.
Pre-intermediate to advanced
INTENSIVE GROUP Benefit from personalized instruction in small class sizes. Gain fluency Make maximum progress with general language and conversation lessons held in smaller classes – ensuring that you maximize your speaking, writing and listening skills. This course is highly recommended for professionals who are focused on language learning while experiencing a destination’s art, sights and culture.
Learn by connecting Conversation classes combine interactive exercises with a proven teaching method so you advance quickly. These unique classes focus on communicating clearly in your topic of interest, like Business English or Leadership and Management, to prepare you for working in today’s international world.
Study in international groups Studying in class sizes of 8-10 students ensures that you have more individual attention and practice speaking. In addition to learning a new language, you will gain experience in networking with people from around the world and return home with more confidence in your language skills, international connections and cultural experience.
Study in the world’s top cities Experience our International Language Centers designed for the unique needs of adults and young professionals. Our centers are designed to refine business skills, enhance networking and launch global futures for our students – whether they’re studying in Chicago, London, St. Julian’s, San Francisco or Singapore.
Start dates Every Monday
Length • 1 week or longer • Average length 2 weeks
Lessons (40 min)
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• 32 lessons per week –– 14 general language lessons –– 10 group conversation lessons –– 6 teacher-led iLab lessons –– 1 lecture (double lesson)
Language and locations EF INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE CENTERS • English in London, Chicago, San Francisco, St. Julian’s and Singapore p. 32–33
Levels Beginner to advanced
Start dates Every Monday
Length 1 week or longer
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Cambridge has been attracting scholars for 800 years. EF’s prestigious Executive Language Institute offers you tranquil gardens, proximity to the University, and quick and easy access to London. Modern amenities in a traditional building The EF Executive Language Institute Cambridge is housed in a quaint Tudor-style building. You’ll find the institute equipped with a high-tech language lab and truly modern facilities. This leafy residential neighborhood is within walking distance of the famous university’s colleges. Explore Cambridge or spend the night in London Cambridge is a lovely city for walking or cycling. EF staff can help arrange the hire of bicycles and organize weekly guided walking tours. London is less than an hour away by train, so
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• Leafy residential location close to Cambridge city center • Easy access to restaurants, cinemas, pubs and theaters • Close to all historic sights and Cambridge University buildings • Wireless internet access • In-house chef for lunch and snacks • 50 minutes away from London by train
Included in every course • Single-room accommodation with a carefully selected host family • Breakfast and dinner served Monday to Friday; all meals at weekends (host family only) • All course material • Access to the reference library • Language Competency Profile, Progress Report, Academic Record, Course Certificate • 1 year premium access to EF’s virtual school
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• Company-customized courses: Please contact us for a price quotation. • Supplement on all courses during July, August and September 2015: £90/week
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London theater night
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Leaving ceremony with English wine
This is a great opportunity to meet up with other students and teachers and try a pint of real English ale!
Take part in this guided walking tour and learn some interesting facts and surprising stories about our world-famous university.
With London less than an hour away, take the opportunity for a theater trip and see Mamma Mia or We Will Rock You.
Go for a night of good food and conversation in a local restaurant or take a relaxing boat ride on the river Cam.
We will have a ceremony to say goodbye to those of you who are leaving and present the Course Certificates.
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EF EXECUTIVE LANGUAGE INSTITUTE BOSTON Next door to Harvard University and MIT as well as the headquarters for multinational corporations such as Fidelity, Gillette and Prudential, Boston is the ideal place for improving your business English. Modern building minutes from downtown Located on the banks of the Charles River with stunning views of downtown Boston, EF Executive Language Institute Boston is housed on the campus of the prestigious Hult International Business School. EF’s seminar rooms are light and airy and a fantastic environment to study. Between classes enjoy a cup of coffee in the comfortable lounges equipped with wireless internet, or join fellow professionals for lunch or a drink at the lively on-site bar and restaurant. America’s academic city Boston’s metropolitan area is home to more than 70 colleges and universities including world-famous Harvard University
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and MIT. EF students benefit from close association with Hult international Business School, the top ranked one-year MBA program. A city with history Settled in the 1630’s, Boston is one of America’s most historic cities. The American Revolution began here in the 18th century and more recently Boston has become a center of intellectual, technological and political ideas. Hit the slopes, beach or Big Apple Boston is perfectly positioned for a fantastic weekend getaway. New York City, the “Big Apple”, is just a high-speed train ride away, or take a boat to Cape Cod and relax on the beach. The mountains of nearby Vermont are a great place to hit the slopes and practise your skiing. Golf courses, tennis courts and hiking trails are also easily accessible. www.ef.edu/efc/destinations/boston
Somerville
Twin City Plaza
EF EXECUTIVE LANGUAGE INSTITUTE
School info
Bunker Hill
1 Education Street Cambridge, MA United States Tel: +1 617 619 1237
Harvard University
Cambridge
Museum of Science
Massachusett’s Institute of Technology (MIT)
Fenway Park (Red Sox)
Downtown Beacon Hill
Boston Common
Boston City Hall
• Central location overlooking Charles River • Easy access to all public transportation • High-speed wifi throughout the school
Chinatown
Included in every course 1 km
• Single-room accommodation with a carefully selected host family • Breakfast and dinner served Monday to Friday; all meals at weekends (host family only) • All course material • Access to the reference library • Language Competency Profile, Progress Report, Academic Record, Course Certificate • 1 year premium access to EF’s virtual school
Optional Services • • • • • •
Hotel accommodation Flight arrangements Arrival transfer service Travel & medical insurance coverage Weekend trips and activities Social activity program
Course fees (£GBP) COURSE
1 WEEK
Private
2,220
Premium
1,800
Executive Seminar
1,260
COURSE
LENGTH
PRICE
Fluency Builder
8 weeks
11,580
• Company-customized courses: Please contact us for a price quotation. • Supplement on all courses during July, August and September 2015: £90/week
Sample social activities in Boston
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Baseball: The Red Sox Play Detroit
Pub evening with the school director
Tour of Harvard University
Restaurant evening
Leaving ceremony
Do like the Bostonians and watch a game of baseball at Fenway Park, located in the heart of the city.
The school director gives a warm welcome at the local pub. A great opportunity to get to know your fellow students and teachers.
Take the opportunity to join a walking tour at the world famous Harvard University.
Join your fellow students for good food and conversation at a nearby restaurant.
We will have a ceremony to say goodbye to those of you who are leaving and present the Course Certificates.
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EF INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE CENTERS Refine your English with an Intensive Group Course
London
Chicago
Expand your professional horizons steps from London’s Russell Square at the southern end of the Bloomsbury District. This cosmopolitan neighborhood is home to several cultural influences – including the stately British Museum, a cafe and pub culture plucked out of the Victorian era and a population that ranges from international expats to homegrown hipsters. Our exclusive professional campus is designed to refine business skills, enhance networking and launch global futures for our students.
Chicago is more than towering skyscrapers and bustling avenues – it’s picnics on Montrose Avenue Beach, twilight concerts in Millennium Park and baseball games at Wrigley Field. Experience it all from our exclusive professional campus located just steps from the famous Magnificent Mile, a street synonymous with high finance, boutique shopping and fine dining. You’ll get ahead while getting away by maximizing your language skills with an Intensive Group Course.
School highlights • • • • •
Historic building boasting a full interior and exterior renovation Located in the heart of the Bloomsbury District Easy access to Covent Garden’s boutiques, restaurants and nightlife Excursions to Oxford, Cambridge, Bath and Brighton Weekend trips to Paris, Edinburgh and Amsterdam
Included in every course • Twin room in EF homestay with breakfast and dinner Monday–Friday and all meals on weekends. • Free WiFi internet access at the course center • EFSET (EF Standard English Test) Placement and progress tracker • EF Course Certificate and EFSET Graduation Report • Access to My EF from enrollment • English post-course is available for up to 6 months after the course • Leisure activity program
Course fees per week (£GBP) • Intensive group: £850
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School highlights • • • • •
Located on the “Magnificent Mile” of Michigan Avenue Modern classrooms outfitted with interactive learning technology Shops, restaurants and theaters surround the school Excursions to sporting events, museums and networking opportunities Weekend ski and beach trips
Included in every course • Twin room in EF homestay with breakfast and dinner Monday–Friday and all meals on weekends. • Free WiFi internet access at the course center • EFSET (EF Standard English Test) Placement and progress tracker • EF Course Certificate and EFSET Graduation Report • Access to My EF from enrollment • English post-course is available for up to 6 months after the course • Leisure activity program
Course fees per week (£GBP) • Intensive group: £790
St Julian’s
San Francisco
Singapore
St. Julian’s is Malta’s premier resort town – and EF is just steps away from its best shopping, restaurants and nightclubs. Our course center features modern classrooms, a multimedia computer lab and a leisure program designed for professionals.
Famous for its fog-shrouded vistas, old-fashioned cable cars and flourishing art scene – San Francisco is a haven for the adventurous. Study on an Intensive Group Conversation Course at our course center located a short walk from the Fisherman’s Wharf District.
Singapore is a delightful mix of old and new, exotic and familiar. Experience the city’s unique culture from our course center located in the Clarke Quay District – from experiencing a traditional tea stall to shopping on Orchard Road.
School highlights • Modern building with newly renovated interior • 5-minute walk from the beach, dining, shops and bars
Included in every course • Twin room in EF homestay with breakfast and dinner Monday–Friday and all meals on weekends. • Free WiFi internet access at the course center • EFSET (EF Standard English Test) Placement and progress tracker • EF Course Certificate and EFSET Graduation Report • Access to My EF from enrollment • English post-course is available for up to 6 months after the course • Leisure activity program
Course fees per week (£GBP) • Intensive group: £750
School highlights • Newly-renovated interiors and spacious student lounge • Walking distance to Pier 39, Union Square, Ghirardelli Square and the city beach
Included in every course • Twin room in EF homestay with breakfast and dinner Monday–Friday and all meals on weekends. • Free WiFi internet access at the course center • EFSET (EF Standard English Test) Placement and progress tracker • EF Course Certificate and EFSET Graduation Report • Access to My EF from enrollment • English post-course is available for up to 6 months after the course • Leisure activity program
Course fees per week (£GBP) • Intensive group: £850
School highlights • Stylish course center with modern interior and the latest learning technology • Spacious rooftop terrace offers fantastic views of the city
Included in every course • Twin room in EF homestay with breakfast and dinner Monday–Friday and all meals on weekends. • Free WiFi internet access at the course center • EFSET (EF Standard English Test) Placement and progress tracker • EF Course Certificate and EFSET Graduation Report • Access to My EF from enrollment • English post-course is available for up to 6 months after the course • Leisure activity program
Course fees per week (£GBP) • Intensive group: £750
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EF INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE CENTERS Take your language skills to the next level with a Private Course.
Munich
Madrid
Paris
The World City with a Heart exudes a cultural cool and friendly vibe that captures the spirit of Bavaria. Experience Munich’s dynamic culture from its medieval architecture to high-powered industry. Enjoy a local beer in the Englischer Garten, catch a brass band in the famous Marienplatz or take a weekend getaway to the snowcapped Alps.
Long standing cultural traditions live on in Madrid. Study at our course center in the Salamanca District and make maximum progress in your studies with a Private Course. On the weekend, Browse the shops of Calle de Serrano, try pata negra at a nearby restaurant or go on a weekend getaway to the medieval city of Toledo.
The City of Light’s heritage continues to define its charming personality. Our impeccably equipped course center places you in the center to explore every quarter of “centre ville”. When lessons are over for the day, our Leisure Team will show you where Parisians go for a delicious prix-fixe meal, a hearty glass of burgundy or a night out on the town.
School highlights • Course center just a 5-minute walk from the city center • Intimate and recently renovated building • Ski the Bavarian Alps, just one hour away by train
Included in every course • Twin room in EF homestay with breakfast and dinner Monday–Friday and all meals on weekends. • Free WiFi internet access at the course center • Language Competency Profile, Progress Report, Academic Record, Course Certificate • Leisure activity program
Course fees per week (£GBP) • Private: £2,220
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School highlights • Modern building in the city center • Large outdoor ‘urban garden’ area • Public transportation stop conveniently located near the school • Organized excursions to Ávila, Segovia, Toledo and Barcelona
Included in every course • Twin room in EF homestay with breakfast and dinner Monday–Friday and all meals on weekends. • Free WiFi internet access at the course center • Language Competency Profile, Progress Report, Academic Record, Course Certificate • Leisure activity program
Course fees per week (£GBP) • Private: £2,220
School highlights • Stately school located in the trendy 9th arrondissement • Modern interior with the latest technology • Close to the Metro system • Organized excursions to Chataeux de la Loire, Disneyland Paris, Versailles, Nice and Bretagne
Included in every course • Twin room in EF homestay with breakfast and dinner Monday–Friday and all meals on weekends. • Free WiFi internet access at the course center • Language Competency Profile, Progress Report, Academic Record, Course Certificate • Leisure activity program
Course fees per week (£GBP) • Private: £2,220
Rome
Beijing
Tokyo
Our course center in the heart of Rome surrounds you with the city’s best monuments, masterpieces and architecture. Become more fluent in Italian with our Private Course’s one-on-one lessons. While you’re out exploring the Forum, Vatican Museums and Spanish Steps, drop a coin in the Trevi Fountain to ensure your return.
EF’s course center in Beijing offers top facilities for improving your Mandarin – from technology-enhanced classrooms to welcoming social spaces. Explore the city’s top sights to take your Mandarin outside the classroom. On weekends, arrange an excursion to the Great Wall.
While Tokyo remains a renowned financial and business center, its energy overflows into 23 distinct districts where you can experience cutting-edge fashion or kabuki theater. Our modern course center in central Tokyo boasts modern classrooms, professional staff and a student lounge with panoramic views of the city.
School highlights • Located in the center of one of the most historic areas of Rome • Nearby attractions include Piazza di Spagna, Colosseum, Piazza del Popolo and Fontana di Trevi • Organized excursions to Florence, Naples or Capri
Included in every course • Twin room in EF homestay with breakfast and dinner Monday–Friday and all meals on weekends. • Free WiFi internet access at the course center • Language Competency Profile, Progress Report, Academic Record, Course Certificate • Leisure activity program
Course fees per week (£GBP) • Private: £2,220
School highlights • Inviting school located near Olympic Park • Bright and modern classrooms fitted with the latest learning technology • 5-minute walk to public transportation with easy access to central Beijing • Organized excursions to Shaolin Temple, Xi’an and the Great Wall
Included in every course • Twin room in EF homestay with breakfast and dinner Monday–Friday and all meals on weekends. • Free WiFi internet access at the course center • Language Competency Profile, Progress Report, Academic Record, Course Certificate • Leisure activity program
Course fees per week (£GBP) • Private: £2,220
School highlights • Modern school located in the popular Shibuya area • Restaurants, cafes, shops and arcades surround the school • Excellent transportation network • Organized excursions to Kyoto, Nikko and Mount Fuji
Included in every course • Twin room in EF homestay with breakfast and dinner Monday–Friday and all meals on weekends. • Free WiFi internet access at the course center • Language Competency Profile, Progress Report, Academic Record, Course Certificate • Leisure activity program
Course fees per week (£GBP) • Private: £2,220
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TRAVEL SERVICES Thanks to our worldwide network of offices and schools and nearly 50 years of travel expertise, you can be assured of exceptional personal attention and service. We provide help with a wide range of services. Your satisfaction and a seamless experience is our top priority. Travel and transfer service EF Travel, our own travel agency, has negotiated competitive prices with the world’s best-rated airlines. Our transfer service will make sure that you have a hassle-free travel experience. Hotel accommodation Standard accommodation with a carefully selected host family is included in the course fee. If you prefer, we can also arrange for hotel accommodation through our portfolio of three and four star hotels at preferred rates. Apartments are also available for a weekly supplement, all centrally located and within a short distance from our course center. Weekend trips and activities Make the most of your time abroad. After an intensive week of study you might fancy a night out at the theater, good food and conversation at a local restaurant or pub or a trip to a nearby town. We can help you plan the social activity of your choice. Social activity program We offer a wide range of social activities – wine tasting or a pint at the local pub, a guided tour around the city or river boat cruise, a round of golf and other relaxing activities – that are great opportunities for you to broaden your network and socialize with your fellow classmates. Travel & medical insurance coverage It is important to be well insured while traveling abroad. You are offered insurance coverage through Erika Insurance Ltd. The cost of your travel coverage is minimal – and the potential benefits can range from a free trip home if a family member is ill, to cash on spot if yours is stolen. Without coverage you may be liable for large sums of money for legal or medical expenses. Erika Insurance coverage includes: • • • • •
Coverage for medical expenses Trip cancellation Course refund in case of illness Baggage and property coverage 24-hour emergency assistance
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THE EF VIRTUAL SCHOOL A complete language school delivered directly to your device. EFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s advanced language training system combines powerful technology with the very best in teaching. With USD30 million invested in research and development each year, the EF virtual school is by far the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most advanced online school... and our lead keeps growing. All courses at the EF Executive Language Institutes include full-year Premium access to our virtual school.
Read more on www.ef.edu/ corporate
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BUSINESS SKILLS COURSES INDUSTRY-SPECIFIC ENGLISH GROUP CLASSES ADVANCED SPEECH RECOGNITION CONTENT-RICH MOVIES
PROGRESS REPORTING MOTIVATION ENGINE STUDY TOOLS WRITING CLASSES AVAILABLE AS MOBILE APP
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The World’s Most International Business School 6 LOCATIONS. GLOBAL ROTATION. 140 NATIONALITIES. Top-ranked MBA, Executive MBA, Master, and Bachelor degrees • Ranked top 5 for International Business and International Experience (Financial Times 2014) • Ranked 1st for international exchange opportunities and 5th in Percentage Increase on Pre-MBA Salary (The Economist 2013) • Global Rotation across 6 locations – Boston, San Francisco, London, Dubai, Shanghai, and New York • Network with future business leaders from over 140 countries
Degree programs offered • Accelerated one-year MBA • Flexible two-year, part-time Executive MBA • Master degree programs in: International Business, Finance, International Marketing, and Social Entrepreneurship • Bachelor of Business Administration
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Other EF Programs EF High School Programs 2015 – 2016
www.ef.com
High School Exchange Year for students aged 14 to 18
INTERNATIONAL BOARDING SCHOOLS
USA United Kingdom Ireland
EF High School Exchange Year
EF Academy – International Boarding Schools
EF Language Courses Abroad
EF Language Travel
Ages 14 to 18 years
Ages 14 to 19
Ages 16 to 18
Ages 7 to 18
Live like a local with a host family on a high school exchange year in the USA, England or Ireland! Perfect your English, form lifelong relationships, and gain a new perspective on yourself and the world. www.ef.com/highschool
Earn your high school degree abroad at one of our international private schools in the UK, USA or Canada. Gain access to the world’s best universities with a multiple-year preparation program. www.ef.com/academy
Learn a language, explore a new city and make international friends at one of our 42 destinations around the globe. Study for 2-52 weeks, start your course any Monday and make guaranteed progress in your studies. www.ef.com/goabroad
Travel abroad in an escorted group to an EF Course Town to make friends from around the world. Combine activity-based language lessons with a full calendar of events, sports and excursions. www.ef.com/travel
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ENROLLMENT FORM 2014-15 Please complete this form and return it along with the Enrollment Fee of £90 (and the Cancellation & Re-booking cover of £70, if required) to the EF office closest to you (addresses on next page) or contact one of our sales representatives listed on the back of this brochure for more information.
Course center & program Please indicate your choice of course center and program (see pages 18–23 for course info and 24–35 for destination info):
Personal information
FLUENCY BUILDER
COMPANYSPECIFIC INTENSIVE GROUP
Address.......................................................................................................................................................
PRIVATE
PRIVATE
First name.............................................................. Last name.....................................................................
EXECUTIVE SEMINAR
EF EXECUTIVE LANGUAGE INSTITUTES
[ ] Female
PREMIUM
[ ] Male
Cambridge Tel.......................................................................... Mobile...........................................................................
Boston
Email...................................................................... Date of birth.................................................................. EF INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE CENTERS Place of birth......................................................... Nationality..................................................................... Name of employer................................................. Occupation................................................................... Company address.......................................................................................................................................
London
Office tel................................................................ Office email................................................................... Head of Personnel/Training.........................................................................................................................
Chicago ENGLISH
San Francisco
How did you hear about EF?....................................................................................................................... Do you smoke?
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
Do you have any existing medical condition/allergy?
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
If yes, please specify:.................................................................................................................................. What is your current language level? [ ] Beginner
[ ] Elementary
[ ] Intermediate
[ ] Good intermediate
[ ] Advanced
Accommodation Please consult pages 27-35 to find details of the accommodation relevant for your chosen course center. [ ] Host Family [ ] Hotel HHHH [ ] Hotel HHH [ ] Apartment Payment of course fees The invoice for my course should be sent to:............................................................................................. .................................................................................................................................................................... Do you wish to have your enrollment confirmation and visa documents sent to you by international courier? [ ] Yes [ ] No (Please note: this service is compulsory for those requiring entry visas who enroll less than 30 days prior to the course start date. It is also recommended for all countries requiring submission of original documents to obtain a VISA)
I authorize EF to take appropriate action in the event of a medical emergency. I have read and I agree to the conditions outlined on page 42 of this brochure.
St Julian’s Singapore
GERMAN
Munich
SPANISH
Madrid
FRENCH
Paris
ITALIAN
Rome
MANDARIN
Beijing
JAPANESE
Tokyo
Course start date:.................................................. Number of weeks:.................................................
Optional EF travel services 1. Do you wish to take the EF Cancellation cover? [ ] Yes [ ] No 2. Do you wish to take the Erika Travel Insurance coverage? [ ] Yes (if no, please attach a copy of your own insurance policy in English) 3. Do you wish for us to arrange your travel? [ ] Flight [ ] Arrival transfer [ ] Departure transfer If you would like an arrival transfer, please give us your travel information:
Signature of applicant................................................................................................................................. Date and airport of departure:.............................. Date....................................................................... ............................................................................. Flight no. & airline:................................................ Refer a friend! Do you know someone interested in a language course abroad? ............................................................................. First Name........................................................Last Name.................................................. Time and airport of arrival:................................... Home Address.................................................................................................................... ............................................................................. Email................................................................Mobile........................................................
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TERMS & CONDITIONS 2014–15 How to Enroll Please complete the Enrollment Form on the previous page and send it to us with the nonrefundable Enrollment Fee of £90 (plus optional Cancellation & Rebooking cover of £70 and courier fee if required). As soon as we receive your Enrollment Form, we will send confirmation of your acceptance to the course, along with an invoice detailing the payment due. We must receive your payment at least 30 days before your course begins. If you are enrolling in a course that begins within 30 days, send the Enrollment Fee, optional Cancellation Cover, and Course price along with the Enrollment Form. If your application is not successful, all of these fees will be returned to you immediately. The Total Fees for your Course The total fees are as follows: • Enrollment Fee: £90 • Optional Cancellation & Re-booking cover: £70 • Optional Transfer Service Fee (varies based on destination) • Course Fee (varies based on course type, destination, duration and accommodation) • Optional Courier for rapid receipt of documents • Optional social activities, excursions and trips (prices vary) What is included in your Course Fee? • Course of choice • Single room in homestay at EF Executive Language Institutes. Shared room in homestay or residence, depending on destination, at EF Language Centers. • Breakfast & dinner Monday-Friday with all meals at weekends in homestay • Academic and learning materials and books when studying at our EF Executive Language Institutes (fees apply at EF Language Centers and vary depending on course, duration and language) • Wi-Fi access at the EF school • Placement and progress tracker. • EF Course Certificate and EFSET Graduation Report (EF Language Centers) • One year Premium access to EF’s teacherled virtual school when studying at our EF Executive Language Institutes. Online postcourse in iLab for 3-6 months when studying at our EF Language Centers, depending on course. Methods of Payment The Enrollment Fee and the Course price can be paid: 1. To your local EF office or representative. 2. By direct transfer from your bank to the below:
ends. Please contact us if you require extra nights (price upon request). –– Twin room accommodation in our EF Language Centers. Your room will be reserved from the Sunday before your course starts until the Saturday after it ends. Please contact us if you require extra nights (price upon request). • Hotel accommodation: –– We have discounted rates for different tiers of hotels. Please contact your EF office for more information. Public Holidays In the event of a Public Holiday in the host country, the EF Language Center will be closed. Classes missed for Public Holidays will not be made up at a later date. The EF Executive Language Institute in Boston, USA will also be closed during Public Holidays but classes missed will be made up at a later date. Please note that EF Executive Language Institute in Cambridge, UK does not close on public holidays. All intakes are on Mondays. In the event that an observed public holiday falls on a Monday, the intake will then take place on the following Tuesday. Please contact your local sales office for holiday information. Duration of Lessons EF language lessons have a duration of 40 minutes, except where stated otherwise on the individual location page. Photography and film material By accepting EF’s terms and conditions, the participant accepts that EF freely can use all photography, film and sound material that has been created by EF and/or by EF’s staff during the trip, without asking further approval from the participant. Cancellations and Refund Policy All cancellations and terminations must be made in writing to the nearest EF office, EF local representative or EF School Director. In all cases the Enrollment Fee, the Courier Fee and the optional Cancellation & Re-booking Cover Fee are non-refundable. In the event that the World Health Organization (WHO), or an international governmental health authority issues a countryspecific travel warning or forbids travel, EF customers have the right to postpone or re-book travel within a period of 365 days. If students wish to cancel, the below stated cancellation stipulations apply. If the student arrives late or is absent during the course, no refund will be granted.
For US$ payments: Account Holder: EF Language Colleges Ltd Bank: Credit Suisse, Schwanenplatz 8, 6004 Luzern, Switzerland Account: 303195-22-2 IBAN: CH25 0483 5030 3195 2200 2 SWIFT: CRESCHZZ60A Clearing Number: 4835
Cancellations before course starts The Course Fee comprises two elements: Tuition Fee (40%) and the Student Services and Accommodation Fee (60%).
For EUR € payments: Account Holder: EF Language Colleges Ltd Bank: Credit Suisse, Schwanenplatz 8, 6004 Luzern, Switzerland Account: 303195-22-3 IBAN: CH95 0483 5030 3195 2200 3 SWIFT: CRESCHZZ60A Clearing Number: 4835
Additional refunds will be made from the Student Services and Accommodation Fee as follows: • If the student cancels 45 days or more before the start of the course the student will receive a full refund, except for the Enrollment Fee and Cancellation Cover. • If the student cancels less than 45 days prior to departure, EF will retain 40% of the Student Services and Accommodation Fee (max. US$2500) to cover the cost of pre-paid accommodation and services.
Please send a copy of this transaction with the enrollment form. Any transfer should make reference to the full name of the participant in order to ensure quick and proper credit and booking number to his/her account. Pre-departure information package Once we receive your booking, you will receive a test to fill in and a pre-departure package including information about the selected school and accommodation, confirmation of your flight and airport transfer if we arrange these for you and all visa information if applicable. Flights and Transfers We can help you to book your flight and transfer. Please contact us for more information. Accommodation and meals • Host family: –– Single room accommodation in our EF Executive Language Institutes. In the USA, your room will be reserved from the Saturday before your course starts until the Saturday after it ends. In the UK, your room is reserved from the Sunday before until the Saturday after your course
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The Tuition Fee is fully refundable if the student cancels more than 14 days prior to the course start date.
For destinations in the United States - Same Day Cancellation Prior to the Start of Class: If an applicant accepted by EF enters the United States on an I-20 obtained through EF and subsequently cancels prior to the start of scheduled classes or never attends class, EF may retain: • For a program of less than 12 weeks: all the tuition charges for up to four weeks, actual housing costs incurred by EF, and a maximum total of US$500 for non-refundable charges including housing administration fees. • For a program of 12 weeks or more: all the tuition charges for up to six weeks, any actual housing costs incurred by EF and a maximum total of US$500 for non-refundable charges, including housing administration fees. Withdrawals after course starts All withdrawals need to be made in writing to EF. If the student wishes to withdraw from their course after arrival at the center, they must inform the EF School Director and sign a copy of the course change notification form. Refunds are made by
the EF office or representative where the course fees were paid. For non-U.S. destinations: If a student withdraws from their course after arrival at the center, they must give their EF School Director at least four weeks advance notice. They will receive a full refund for all remaining weeks after the four-week notice period. For U.S. destinations: EF is not obligated to make refunds to students who are terminated due to violation of EF’s written disciplinary and/or attendance policies or local, state, or federal laws. For courses four weeks or less: EF may retain all the tuition charges for the course. EF may retain any actual housing costs incurred and a maximum total of US$500 for non-refundable charges, including any application/registration fees, courier fees, travel/cancellation cover and the housing administration fee. For courses longer than four weeks: For students who withdraw at any point in the first four weeks, EF may retain the charges applicable to the first four weeks. EF may retain any actual housing costs incurred and a maximum total of US$500 for non-refundable charges, including any application/ registration fees, courier fees, travel/cancellation cover and the housing administration fee. Cancellation and Re-booking cover EF offers optional Cancellation and Re-booking cover for a one-time fee of £70. This fee must be paid at the same time as the Enrollment Fee and is non-refundable. If you choose to take Cancellation and Re-booking cover and are forced to cancel before departure due to illness, or illness in your immediate family, EF will refund the full Course price, irrespective of when notice is received. The cover fee itself, the Enrollment Fee and the Courier Fee are non-refundable. Note: a doctor’s certificate must be provided with each claim within 10 days of the claim. The cancellation and Re-booking cover is only valid for one Rebooking or one Cancellation. Travel and Medical Insurance Coverage All students are required to have medical and accident insurance coverage. EF has negotiated and entered into a tailor-made travel insurance group policy with the insurance provider Erika Insurance Ltd. under which EF Education First Ltd and EF International Language Schools Ltd are the policyholders. Students may choose to be beneficiaries under this group policy. Please contact your EF representative for prices. If the student does not wish to be covered by this insurance coverage, they will need to provide EF with a copy in English of the alternative insurance policy they have taken out individually. Re-booking Fee Each time you request a change of course town, course date, or type of accommodation after your initial enrollment, EF will charge you a re-booking fee of £90 which is payable immediately. (This does not apply to students who are extending their course.) Printing Errors While EF makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of its publications, it cannot be held responsible for typographical or printing errors (including prices). Protection for Our Customers EF provides complete financial protection for customers, formalized according to EC directives, through an insurance policy that guarantees your money back, and your repatriation in the event of the company’s failure. Liability EF will not be liable in any way to the student in the event of any service, contracted to be supplied by EF, becoming impossible to supply by reason of fire, natural disaster, act of government, failure of suppliers or contractors, labor disputes or other reasons outside the control of EF. EF will not be liable for loss, damage, or injury to persons or property howsoever caused, save where the liability is expressly imposed beyond exclusion by statute. These conditions do not affect your rights as defined by the consumer protection laws in your host country. EF’s Learning Guarantee Our experience shows that, on average, a student will progress to a new level of the EF scale upon completion of 2 weeks of language training in our EF Executive Language Institutes. After level 8, progress from one level to the next may require longer
(4-6 weeks) courses. This is due to the increased complexity of language acquisition at those levels. Progress rate will also depend on individual qualifications such as mother tongue, attendance, time spent on homework and individual study techniques. If learning goals are not met, taking the above into consideration, our learning guarantee will allow you to study free of charge at our Teacher-led Virtual School, until you reach your predetermined goals. The Learning Guarantee is valid for all courses offered in English at our EF Executive Language Institutes in Boston and Cambridge. If you attend all your classes and complete every assignment at our EF Language Centers, we guarantee that you will advance one course level every eight weeks (more time for higher levels). If you do not, you are entitled to study for free until you do. The learning guarantee only applies to EF Language Courses Abroad. Students who choose to continue studying for free under our learning guarantee are responsible for all other costs, including but not limited to accommodation, meals, travel and visa fees. If visa regulations prohibit a student from extending their stay in their study country, they can continue to study English for free when they return home online at Englishtown.com with teacher-led classes. iLab Lessons iLab lessons are currently available at all our schools. Student enrolled in a course at our EF Executive Language Institutes are entitled to a one year Premium access to EF’s teacher-led virtual school. All students enrolled at our EF Language Centers will have access to online iLab lessons upon enrollment, throughout the course and for 6 months after their course ends. Student Code of Conduct Students agree to abide by student conduct rules and other policies while enrolled in EF programs. Inappropriate conduct includes illegal activity or behavior that deliberately disrupts the learning environment or damages EF property or the property of fellow classmates. Students in breach of this code of conduct will be expelled or suspended from the program and no refund will be issued. Validity of Brochure Prices The prices published in this brochure are based upon currency exchange rates in effect at the time of writing (08.08.2014). They are therefore subject to change, up to 30 days before your departure. The prices in this brochure are valid until September 30, 2015. Personal data Your personal data will be processed by EF both within and outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland, primarily for the purpose of completing your booking, providing you with the products and services that you have ordered (including travel insurance coverage), customer service and marketing services. We may share your personal data with our corporate affiliates, claims handlers and business partners both within and outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland. EF processes your personal data in compliance with applicable data protection legislation. If you have questions about EF’s processing of your personal data, would like to have a copy of the information EF holds about you, or have inaccurate personal data rectified or erased, please contact EF Education First Ltd or EF International Language Schools Ltd at Haldenstrasse 4, Lucerne, Switzerland. All our courses are organized by EF International Language Schools Ltd, Switzerland, for EU destinations, and EF Education First Ltd, Switzerland, for non-EU destinations. EF Language Colleges Ltd is responsible for promoting the sale of the products in the name and on behalf of EF Education First Ltd and EF International Language Schools Ltd. Switzerland EF Language Colleges Ltd. Haldenstrasse 4 6006 Luzern Switzerland United Kingdom EF Corporate Solutions 22 Chelsea Manor Street London SW3 5RL United Kingdom Tel: +44 207 341 8500 email: corporate.uk@ef.com
Accreditations and memberships The EF Executive Language Institute in Cambridge and all EF International Language Centers in the UK are accredited by the British Council
The EF Executive Language Institute in Cambridge and all EF International Language Centers in the UK are members of EnglishUK
The EF Executive Language Institute in Boston and all EF International Language Centers in the USA are accredited by ACCET
All EF Executive Language Institutes and EF International Language Centers are certified by Southern New Hampshire University
The EF Executive Language Institute in Boston and all EF International Language Centers in the USA are members of EnglishUSA
The EF International Language Centers in Munich, Madrid, Paris, Rome and St Julian’s are accredited by EAQUALS
The EF International Language Center in Paris is recognized with the label Qualité Français Langue Etrangère
The EF International Language Center in Munich is a member of Fadaf
The EF International Language Centers in the UK have been licensed by the UK Home Office to enroll international students under Tier 4 of the Points Based System.
Contact EF today. corporate.abroad@ef.com Global/UK corporate.abroad@ef.com +44 (0)207 341 8638
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Brazil corporate.br@ef.com Tel: +55 11 2122 9061
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USA corporate.us@ef.com Tel: +1 877 214 1935
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