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Corporate English summer school at Humber College: master professional communication in 3 weeks

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Natasha Machado
14/1/2026
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Three weeks can make a significant difference in your professional career. Humber College, in Toronto, launches for the summer of 2026 an intensive English course aimed specifically at corporate communication. The proposal is straightforward: you leave the program mastering the language tools that the global market requires.

The English for Professional Communication course takes place from July 10 to August 1, 2026, from Monday to Friday, from 8:30 to 11:30am. It's three hours a day focused on practical application, not abstract theory. Each class deals with real situations that you will face in international corporate and academic environments.

Why professional communication in English defines careers

Mastering conversational English is no longer enough. The global labor market is fluent in specific contexts: writing formal emails without ambiguity, presenting proposals with clarity, negotiating in videoconferences, producing convincing technical reports.

Brazilian professionals often master technical aspects of their fields but miss opportunities due to limitations in formal communication in English. This gap is manifested in international selection processes, negotiations with foreign clients, presentations to investors, and even in applications for graduate programs abroad.

What you develop in the course:

  • Formal corporate writing (emails, reports, business proposals)
  • Presentations structured with confidence and fluency
  • Professional dialogues in different business contexts
  • Applied technical and academic vocabulary
  • Strategies for persuasive reasoning in English

The Humber College methodology works on the four language skills in an integrated way: you listen to corporate presentations, read business reports, write proposals, and practice conversation in simulated business meetings.

How does intensive immersion work

The program uses task-based learning. From day one, you've been producing real content: writing emails for fictitious clients, drafting commercial proposals, presenting project results.

Each week she works on progressively more complex scenarios. You start with internal communication (emails between colleagues, departmental reports) and move on to situations of high responsibility (presentations to stakeholders, negotiations with international partners).

The classes bring together professionals and university students from more than 40 countries, creating an authentic multicultural environment. You practice English with people who have different accents, distinct corporate cultures, and varied perspectives on business.

Program structure:

  1. Week 1: Fundamentals of corporate communication (emails, memos, basic reports)
  2. Week 2: Formal Presentations and Advanced Technical Documentation
  3. Week 3: Negotiation simulations and final collaborative projects

At the end, you present an integrated project that combines all the skills developed. This work is part of his professional portfolio with certification from Humber College.

Who is this course designed for

The program meets three main profiles. First, Brazilian professionals who are already working but realize that English limits promotions or international transfers. Second, university students in their final undergraduate years preparing for the global labor market. Third, recent graduates seeking competitive differentiation before selection processes.

You fit the profile if:

  • Do you have advanced intermediate English but feel insecure in formal professional settings
  • Need to improve pronunciation and fluency for international video conferencing
  • Will you participate in selection processes that require corporate English
  • Works in areas such as business, health, education, technology or engineering
  • Do you plan to do graduate school abroad and must master formal academic communication

Prior corporate experience is not required. The course welcomes both professionals and university students. The important thing is to have the motivation to develop language skills that are immediately applicable in the market.

Toronto as an international business laboratory

The city is home to the headquarters of multinational companies, technology startups, global financial institutions, and research centers. During the program, you not only study corporate communication, but you live in an environment where these skills are practiced on a daily basis.

Humber College partners with leading companies such as Adobe, Google, IBM, Deloitte, and CIBC. These connections often result in networking opportunities during the program.

In addition to classes, you participate in cultural activities that include a visit to Niagara Falls, a Toronto Blue Jays game, boat party on Lake Ontario, and city explorations. This experience complements formal learning by exposing you to different English usage contexts.

Academic certification that values your curriculum

The course offers 3 academic credits equivalent to 6 European ECTS. This official Humber College certification can be taken advantage of at your home institution if you are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree.

Even for those who have already graduated, the certificate represents a differentiated credential in selection processes. Companies recognize the academic rigor of Canadian institutions, especially Humber College, renowned for practical programs aligned with market demands.

What's included in the program:

  • Reception at Toronto International Airport
  • Lakeshore Campus Student Residence Accommodation
  • Daily breakfast for the entire stay
  • Official certificate with recognized academic credits
  • Excursions and cultural activities with transportation included
  • Health insurance valid for the full duration of the program
  • Public transport card (Presto Card) with initial recharge
  • Program opening and closing ceremonies

The student residence is located on the Lakeshore campus, on the shores of Lake Ontario. The environment combines modern facilities with an inspiring atmosphere for studying.

Connections to long-term programs

For professionals who consider Study in Canada subsequently, this course acts as an ideal gateway. You test your adaptation to the Canadian education system, learn about the dynamics of Toronto and then return with recognized certification.

Many program participants use this experience as preparation for college programs with co-op, which combine study and paid work in Canada. The mastery of professional communication in English developed at the summer school significantly facilitates the transition to longer programs.

If your goal is to improve English before applying for universities abroad, this course offers exactly the type of preparation that international institutions expect from candidates.

How Professional English Opens Unexpected Doors

Professionals who are fluent in corporate communication in English don't just compete for local vacancies. They access opportunities in multinational companies, international consultancies, global organizations, and startups with operations in several countries.

The ability to write compelling business proposals, present clear results, and negotiate in English with different cultures has become a basic requirement in leadership positions. Professionals who develop these skills early in their careers accelerate promotions and access significantly higher salaries.

For those who are still graduating, participating in this type of program differentiates your curriculum in competitive selection processes. Companies value candidates with international experience, Canadian certifications, and practical demonstration of applied language skills.

Preparation and practical requirements

The program requires advanced intermediate English proficiency, proven through tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, or certificates from recognized language schools. If you need to improve your level before summer school, consider language programs in Canada lasting from 4 to 12 weeks.

The documentation includes a valid passport (valid at least 6 months after the end of the program), translated academic record, motivation letter explaining your professional objectives, and financial proof for support during your stay.

Student visas for short term programs are generally faster to process than long programs, but it is recommended to start the process at least three months before boarding.

Optional: creative thinking bootcamp

Before the start of the main course, Humber College offers an optional one-week bootcamp focused on Creative Thinking: Tools for Success. It takes place between July 3 and 11, 2026.

This complement works on brainstorming techniques, creative problem solving and the development of innovative solutions, all directly applicable to corporate communication. For professionals in areas such as marketing, design, technology and entrepreneurship, this additional week enhances the results of the main course.

Investment in professional differentiation

Participating in a program like this is not just a cost, but a strategic career investment. Canadian certification, international experience, and practical skills developed return in the form of better professional opportunities, higher salaries, and the possibility of acting globally.

Professionals who invest in international qualifications early in their careers build more flexible and resilient trajectories. Mastering corporate communication in English not only benefits your current field, but it opens doors to career transitions, international entrepreneurship, and leadership positions in global companies.

Be Easy

Turning this opportunity into reality requires careful planning, correct documentation, and knowledge about application processes at Canadian institutions. Be Easy accompanies every step of your Humber College enrollment, from program selection to boarding to Toronto. Contact us to receive personalized guidance about the Global Summer School 2026 and to guarantee your place in this course that will differentiate your professional trajectory in the global market.

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Natasha Machado
Founder e CEO, Be Easy