Services

Teaching English for Real Estate

Coburn Consulting’s language services are here to ensure that your English communication is flawless and will help take your English skills to the next level.

We offer a range of options, from one-to-one coaching for CEOs and senior staff to group sessions in classes of two to 22. Perhaps you need to improve your ability to handle the technical expressions particular in aspects of real estate, construction or FM, or make sure you are word perfect for a special presentation or event? At Coburn Consulting we not only teach the new skills you need but give you the confidence to put them into practice.

  • Supporting university courses taught in English by helping students build their confidence and knowledge of the technical English necessary to support their studies and speak with confidence.

  • Providing English for Real Estate modules at universities and/or accredited courses to work alongside and supplement courses taught in local language.

  • Preparing students in advance of a semester abroad taught in English.

  • One-to-one English coaching for senior management or for a special project.

  • Designing and delivering courses inhouse within firms to support their work with English speaking clients and to support their business development globally.

  • Specific skills training for effective meetings, negotiations and presentation

In 2021 these services have increasingly moved online.  An opportunity many companies have chosen as it enables staff from different offices and different countries to come together for training.     

ENGLISH EDITING

Creating the best first impression and winning new business. Our highly trained specialists will proof-read and revise any corporate or professional communication – from e-mails, websites and letters to company accounts and brochures – to guarantee that your written English makes a perfect impression. 

RICS SPECIFIC SERVICES

“Regulated by RICS Status”

Advice, analysis, and implementation of processes required to achieve RICS Regulated Firm status and completion of the application for submission to RICS in English (as required by RICS).

University Accreditation

Advice, analysis, and support in completing the application process, responding to queries, and ensuring all is provided in English (as required by RICS). Plus, staff training and other aspects of successful implementation.   

Coaching of individuals through the process to RICS qualification

From advice on choosing the correct path, completing the application through to final assessment.  Providing tailored support in all aspects of completing the documentation and preparing for the interview.  Improve the chance of success with detailed, dedicated preparation.

Preparation seminars for groups at all stages of the RICS qualification process

From selecting the right topic for the case studies, how to complete the summary of experience, present the case studies and prepare for the interview.

Achieving Fellowship status

Supporting applicants in their goal of achieving RICS Fellowship status, helping them select the right evidence for the assessment panel and in presenting it clearly and persuasively.  

Other consulting and training services

At Coburn Consulting we recognise that people are your most valuable asset. Before we begin to design your programme of training, we meet with representatives from your company and work closely with them to create tailor-made solutions that will help realise the full potential of your employees.

Coburn Consulting works for a broad range of companies but specialises in training for the real estate and construction sectors. Here, our thorough understanding of those businesses means we can offer tailor-made solutions that match your needs effortlessly.

  • Undertaking gap analysis, advice and then implementation on all aspects of people development.
  • Offering training on all aspects of general best practice business skills such as ethics, money laundering and client care.

Events organisation and support in developing networking and business development opportunities for firms of other professional organisations.

Training courses

Coburn Consulting works closely with SCYO, who specialise in offering online Real Estate English courses. Contact Mary Ann or go direct to SCYO to see what is offered.