LANGUAGES & BUSINESS 2009

The 8^th LANGUAGES & BUSINESS conference came to a successful conclusion on June 17th. 255 professionals from 13 countries convened at Düsseldorf’s Hotel Lindner for two days to discuss and debate issues relating to multilingualism, intercultural competences and international business communication.

During the two conference days, practitioners showed how employees could successfully improve communication with international partners and which qualifications are needed by foreign language trainers in order to optimally teach such skills. A wide spectrum of topics – such as innovative and interactive teaching tools, case studies, as well as intercultural trainer training - were presented and discussed in workshops, lectures and working groups.

One highlight of the conference was the opening plenary with the worldwide known teacher of Business English, Mark Powell, as well as the concern coach, Dr Stephen Holmes. In their presentations, they shared tips as to how speakers can reach their communication goals. Their suggestion: keep it simple! Use simple language in an advanced way and adapt your communication according to individual situations.

LANGUAGES & BUSINESS provides a platform for German and international HR professionals, trainers and coaches from companies and institutions to exchange experiences. At the concurrent trade exhibition, language-training providers and publishers will present their services and products.

The LANGUAGES & BUSINESS 2010 is already in the planning stages! The exact date will be published soon here.