English for Tax Professionals 1

The English for Tax Professionals 1 course is a comprehensive introduction to the English language concerning taxation. This course is designed for non-native English speakers working in the field of taxation or those looking to improve their English skills specifically for taxation purposes. The course material covers basic tax vocabulary, common phrases, and idioms used in tax documents and explores cultural differences in tax systems and practices.

The course aims to:

• Build a strong foundation in tax vocabulary and terminology in English
• Understand and use common phrases and idioms in tax documents
• Improve communication skills when discussing tax matters in English
• Understand and navigate cultural differences in tax systems and practices

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:

• Confidently communicate about tax matters in English
• Effectively read and understand tax documents in English
• Have a deeper understanding of cultural differences in tax systems and practices

Assessment will include class participation, quizzes, and a final evaluation. Prerequisites for the course include a basic understanding of the English language and grammar, and while not required, some knowledge of taxation systems and practices is helpful.

Upon successfully completing the English for Tax Professionals 1 course, learners will be awarded a Certificate of Completion. Those who demonstrate active participation in at least 85% of the classes and achieve a score of 90% or higher on course assessments will be eligible to receive a Certificate of Achievement. These certificates serve as recognition of the student’s dedication and accomplishment in the course.

In ZENITH lingo’s an English for Tax Professionals 1 course, you will expect to learn the following:

Technical tax terminology and concepts in English: You will learn the specific language and vocabulary used in the tax industry, including terms related to tax laws and regulations, tax preparation and filing, and accounting principles.

Reading and interpreting tax-related materials: You will practice reading and understanding various tax-related texts, including laws and regulations, financial statements, and tax documents.

Writing tax-related documents and reports: You will learn how to write clear and concise tax-related documents, such as reports, proposals, and emails, using appropriate language and formatting.

Speaking and listening skills for tax-related tasks: You will practice participating in meetings and discussions about tax-related topics, giving presentations, and explaining complex concepts in English.

By the end of the course, you should be able to communicate effectively and accurately in English about tax-related topics. You will have the confidence and skills necessary to succeed in your professional career.

CUSTOMIZED COURSE

If you need a different schedule, group size, or content for some lessons, you can customize the course for your particular needs. To get the most out of it, you must book a minimum of 24 units (24 x 45 minutes).

In what formats can I customize the course?

You can customize the English for Tax Professionals 1 course in all formats:

Venue:

ZENITH lingo language classes take part in one of the following venues:

• online: For online classes ZENITH lingo uses Zoom platform
• on-site*: These are locations organized by customers.
• in-house*: These locations are organized by ZENITH lingo

*available only in Mainz, Germany

Class size:

Class size classification defines number of participants per course.

• one-to-one: 1 participant only
• pair: 2 participants
• small group: 3-5 participants
• mid-size group: 6-10 participants
• big group: 11-15 participants

Intensity:

You can choose in what intensity you would like to take your preparation course.

• Weekly courses consist of 24 units (1.080 minutes) distributed to 12 lessons; 2 units (90 minutes) per lesson without a break. Each lesson is offered weekly. That means each booking lasts 12 weeks.
• Intensive courses consist of 24 units (1.080 minutes) distributed to 3 full-day lessons; 8 units (360 minutes) per day with four 15 minutes coffee breaks and one-hour lunch break per day.
• Semi-intensive courses consist of 25 units (1.125 minutes) distributed to 5 half-day lessons; 5 units (225 minutes) per day with one 15 minutes coffee break.