Language Preparation

The English Bridging Course (EBC) page, is dedicated to nominated incoming MBA students who may benefit from additional support in improving their English language skills. The EBC is specifically designed to enhance your command of English, ensuring you can confidently engage in the academic and professional contexts of the NUS MBA programme. Nominated students will be notified by early June 2025.

Objective

The English Language Bridging Course is scheduled to take place from 21 to 25 July 2025, one week before the commencement of the NUS MBA Orientation. The primary objective of this course, facilitated by the Centre for English Language Communication (CELC), is to empower participants with improved speaking and listening skills. Through targeted sessions, our aim is to:

1. Communicate more confidently to an audience and in group interactions.
2. Improve spoken English fluency across various academic contexts, including group discussions, debates, impromptu speaking, and prepared presentations.
3. Gain exposure to English spoken by speakers with different accents to enhance comprehension skills.

Programme

The programme spans five days, running from 21 to 25 July 2025, with sessions scheduled from 9am to 5pm daily. Participants can expect:

1. Strategies, techniques, and useful phrases for effective participation in group discussions and business meetings.
2. Guidance on persuasive communication skills, including strategies for engaging an audience and presenting ideas convincingly.
3. Ample opportunities for speaking practice, including group discussions, presentations, and conversations with speakers of different accents.

In-Class Sessions

Over the course of five days, participants will engage in seven-hour sessions focusing on speaking and listening skills relevant to the MBA program. Topics covered include sharing information, participating in group discussions, delivering presentations, and acquiring topical vocabulary.

Independent Study

Each day, participants will undertake practical tasks outside of class to further enhance their language skills. These activities may include reading articles from sources like The Economist, listening to news broadcasts, and watching relevant videos. These tasks aim to facilitate vocabulary acquisition and reinforce listening comprehension.

Venue

The classes will be conducted at the Centre for English Language Communication, located within the NUS campus. For directions, please refer to the following link: CELC Location Map.

Address:
Centre for English Language Communication
10 Architecture Drive
Singapore 117511

Course Facilitator

Details regarding the course facilitator will be provided to participants in due course.

Cost

The cost of the English Bridging Course will be covered by the NUS MBA Programme Office. No additional payments are required from participants.