Training and Assessments for Business, Higher Education and Governments

The British Council is the trusted choice for government agencies, corporations, and academic institutions, offering research-driven, up-to-date language solutions. Our team of experts help organisations assess and enhance their English language skills according to needs and objectives. With a team of experienced trainers, we offer customised solutions that are flexible and effective for all proficiency levels. 

• General English: Empower your employees to communicate with precision and confidence in everyday life.
• Workplace English: Upskill your employees to communicate effectively in specific workplace situations, for all job scopes and industries.
• Academic English: Equip your teachers and students with the confidence and skills to excel in specific academic contexts.

Our Professional Communication Skills workshops are an effective option for teams with higher levels of English and need to achieve quick and focussed results in a short period of time. These workshops use the latest training and facilitation methods to help groups work together effectively and get real results. This means that your employees will be engaged, challenged, and stimulated to learn more and do more. They will also benefit from their trainer’s extensive subject knowledge and corporate experience. 

Spoken Communication Skills

• Conflict Handling Skills
• Delivering Service Excellence
• Effective Public Speaking
• Intercultural Skills 1
• Interpersonal Communication Skills
• Negotiation Skills
• Networking and Relationship Building Skills
• Presentation Skills 1
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Time and Stress Management
• Train the trainer: Essential skills
• Working with EQ

Written Communication Skills

• Business Writing Skills 1
• Editing and Proofreading
• Email Writing Skills 1
• Fine-tuning: Writing Skills for Managers 
• Grammar Skills for Business Writing
• Minute Writing Skills
• Persuasive Writing Skills
• Report Writing Skills

Communication Skills for Managers 

• Communicating with Executive Presence
• Effective Mentoring
• Essential Skills for Managers
• Managing People in Projects

Enhance Your Academic Skills for University Success!

Our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course is taught by experienced instructors and provides learners with the language and academic skills required to succeed with confidence in their university studies.

The 42-hour course covers academic research skills, effective note-taking strategies, academic writing techniques, giving effective presentations, improving reading comprehension, getting the most out of lectures and active participation in seminars. Students are assessed and provided with comprehensive feedback during the course including formal assessment of academic writing and an academic presentation.

Access our assessment solutions designed for scalability and reliability. Our wide range of testing methods helps you to seamlessly screen talent, evaluate skills, track progress, and understand the tangible effects of learning efforts. Key features include:

• Globally recognised English exams and assessments 
• Expert teams to guide you in selecting the right tests, track progress, and determine return on investment (ROI)
• Comprehensive benchmarking and targeted assessments to monitor and report on progress, helping in action planning and goal setting
• Widely recognised certificates for a tangible sense of accomplishment

Choose from three types of assessments: 

• EnglishScore 
• APTIS
• IELTS

EnglishScore

The British Council’s EnglishScore remote testing is the world’s only four skills test delivered on a mobile phone—making it the most convenient and accessible recognised English test. 

• Globally recognised by institutions and employers around the world 
• Built by English language experts for detailed and accurate assessment of an individual’s proficiency across all four skills 
• Created in collaboration with the Centre for Research in English Language Learning and Assessment (CRELLA), the leading centre for language test research and development 
• Professional certificate that offers employers a trusted record of a candidate’s English level, helping employees improve their career prospects 
• Internationally recognised CEFR result within 24 hours 
• Uses the latest AI-driven anti-cheating technology to enhance test security and validity

APTIS

Aptis is our scalable, computer-based assessment designed to help organisations make informed choices regarding hiring, workforce development, and training needs. The test is easily accessible to allow you to test people quickly, and delivers equally fast, accurate, and reliable results.

• Assess grammar, vocabulary, and all four key language skills: speaking, writing, reading, and listening 
• Choose to evaluate either all skills or only those relevant to your organisation’s needs 
• Evaluate English proficiency levels from A1-C in each test section 

Choose from four Aptis variants: 

• Aptis General
• Aptis Advanced 
• Aptis for Teachers
• Aptis for Teens

IELTS

Take IELTS with the British Council. As the world's most renowned English language test, IELTS can help whether you want to study, work, or live abroad. Take the test at our test centre in Bangkok (Siam Square), and conveniently receive your results online via our registration portal.

IELTS Coach

Tailored for individuals and students, our IELTS Coach sessions offer language and skills-focused training to help test takers achieve the scores they want. Ace your exam with us, the co-creators of the IELTS test.

Join the British Council’s global online classroom. Discover the perfect fit for your organisation or schedule with our adaptable training, coaching, and assessments. English Online classes are available 24/7 with unlimited access to learning materials and activities. 

• Learn in small groups with students from around the world, or receive extra help and attention through one-on-one private classes 
• Access classes focused on speaking, reading, listening, and writing 
• Benefit from interactive, trainer-led sessions
• Customise your timetable and select classes based on your goals and interests 
• Receive a British Council certificate of achievement 

Our English Online course offers the following classes: 

• Business English: Develop your career prospects by mastering workplace communication in English 
• General English: Acquire a solid foundation in core English skills such as speaking, listening, reading, and writing 
• Social English: Gain proficiency and learn how to interact with others in day-to-day scenarios, during travels, and in diverse social settings using everyday language

Learn how you want with two types of flexible models:

• Open courses (online or in-person): Enrol your employees to learn alongside professionals from diverse organisations. Our engaging and interactive programmes are within our global network of centres or available for you to access online 24/7. 
• Closed groups (online or in-person): Personalise your team's training schedule to accommodate your unique requirements. We adapt to your preferred time and location, while offering you immersive, targeted, and highly relevant programmes designed to cultivate specific skills. 

Bringing a personalised British Council experience to you

The British Council has a wealth of experience of working closely with academic institutions in Thailand. Operating within the Thai education system, we deliver English tuition to over 4,000 students at partner institutions across the country. 

Our English teaching seeks to nurture in students the confidence to use English in real-life situations. This means not just in the classroom but in social and professional contexts. We promote creativity and learner autonomy through enjoyable yet challenging activities. We assess learners on their progress in class against a range of criteria and provide feedback reports on a range of language competencies.

At the British Council, we employ the best English language teachers because we believe they are the key to successful learning. Our teachers are highly qualified with many years of experience and understand the needs and interests of young learners. They encourage students to be actively involved in the learning process and help them to develop their full potential. 

Diverse programme options

• Fully integrated daytime programmes with the British Council as the sole provider of English language teaching materials. 
• Supplementary daytime programmes in cooperation with the school.
• Intensive holiday courses.
• Weekend and after-school classes.

Comprehensive learning for all levels

• Kindergarten: Provide all-round holistic development of communication, language and literacy skills in English.
• Lower Primary (Prathom 1-2): Establish a solid foundation in English language and build confidence in using authentic English in a safe, relaxed and positive environment.
• Primary (Prathom 3-6): Help learners to begin developing independent study skills that will facilitate their success in secondary school and beyond.
• Lower Secondary (Mathayom 1-3): Develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills while increasing accuracy in grammar and building vocabulary in contexts that are relevant to young teenagers.
• Upper Secondary (Mathayom 4-6): Enhance students’ capabilities in listening, reading, writing and speaking tasks, helping them prepare for examinations (such as IELTS) and university studies.

Read more about why your institution should partner with us.