Korean Courses for Beginners

Build a Solid Foundation in Korean

Korean is spoken by more than 80 million people across South and North Korea and by growing communities around the world. It’s a key language for anyone working with Korean businesses or engaging with East Asian markets. For complete beginners, the focus is on building a practical foundation in everyday communication, such as learning how to greet others (안녕하세요 / Annyeonghaseyo), introduce yourself (저는 … 입니다 / Jeoneun … imnida), ask simple questions (어느 나라 사람이에요? / Eoneu nara saram-ieyo?), count (하나 둘 셋 넷… / Hana dul set net …), and use polite forms of speech (내일 봐요 vs 내일 뵙겠습니다 / Naeil bwayo vs Naeil boepgetseumnida).

As learners progress, basic grammar structures are introduced, such as sentence order (subject–object–verb), particles and verb endings that express politeness or time. By the end of the beginner course, participants will be able to handle everyday interactions like arranging meetings, ordering in restaurants, or exchanging basic information confidently and respectfully.

Our beginner Korean courses are designed to make learning approachable and rewarding. Experienced tutors guide learners step by step, providing clear explanations, real-world examples and regular opportunities to practise speaking and listening. With consistent reinforcement and engaging content, learners develop confidence and the tools to continue progressing in Korean.

Ready to introduce Korean to your team? Contact us today to discuss your training goals.

How Can Learning Korean Benefit Your Team?

Starting to learn Korean is an excellent way to broaden your organisation’s communication and cultural reach. Even at a beginner level, Korean skills can help your employees engage more effectively with Korean-speaking colleagues, clients and partners.

Our tutors are experienced in supporting complete beginners, creating a motivating, supportive learning environment. Each course combines workplace relevance with useful, everyday language so learners can apply what they’ve learned immediately, whether in meetings, video calls or social settings.

Key benefits include:

Essential Communication Skills: Build a foundation in speaking, listening, reading and writing Korean.
Workplace Readiness: Gain confidence to handle basic interactions in meetings or day-to-day work situations.
Cultural Competence: Develop an understanding of Korean etiquette and communication norms.
Enhanced Team Collaboration: Improve relationships across multilingual or multicultural teams.
Personal Growth: Empower your employees with a valuable new skill that enhances both work and life experiences.

Interested in starting Korean language training for your team? Get in touch and we’ll design a tailored beginner programme.

Korean for Beginners: Main Outcomes

Our Korean for Beginners courses build the essential skills required for both professional and social situations. While content is always adapted to your organisation’s goals, all learners will:

Gain confidence in listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Learn essential vocabulary and grammar for everyday conversations.
Develop the ability to manage simple workplace interactions in Korean.
Acquire useful expressions and polite phrases for business and travel.
Understand key aspects of Korean culture and social etiquette.

Courses can be delivered online, face to face or as a combination of both, giving you flexibility to match your team’s schedules and learning preferences.

Babel Group Korean Language Programmes for Beginners

Our Teaching Methodologies

We use tried-and-tested methods that make Korean accessible and engaging from day one. Lessons are interactive, practical and focused on real communication.

Step-by-Step Progression: Lessons build gradually, reinforcing vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation in manageable chunks.
Interactive Practice: Role plays, dialogues, games and listening activities make each session dynamic and memorable.
Speak from the Start: Learners are encouraged to use Korean right away to build fluency and confidence.
Supportive Feedback: Tutors guide learners through pronunciation, sentence structure and tone with patience and encouragement.
Customised Content: Every course is tailored to your organisation’s needs, ensuring relevance to your industry and goals.

This approach ensures beginners not only learn Korean but also enjoy the process and feel motivated to continue.

Babel Group Korean Beginner Language Programmes

Learning at Babel

When you choose Babel, you partner with specialists in delivering high-quality beginner language training to professionals worldwide.

Why choose us?

Expert Tutors: Experienced in working with adult beginners, our tutors create a positive, supportive learning environment.
Tailored Programmes: Each course is designed around your company’s specific objectives.
Flexible Delivery: Online, in-person or blended options to suit your team’s availability.
Practical Application: Training is focused on real-life professional situations, ensuring learners can use Korean immediately.

Who Are Our Beginner Korean Courses For?

Our Korean for Beginners courses are ideal for organisations that want to give their teams a strong start in the language. They are especially suited to:

Employees with little or no prior experience of Korean.
Professionals working with Korean-speaking clients, colleagues or partners.
Staff preparing for relocation or assignments in Korea.
Teams looking to improve cross-cultural communication and collaboration.

Want to help your team take their first steps in Korean? Contact us today to discuss your training needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the beginner Korean courses designed for?

They’re designed for complete or near beginners whether that’s local professionals, international staff or anyone needing to use Korean in their role or while living abroad.

What will learners achieve in this course?

Learners will build a foundation in pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary, enabling them to handle simple conversations and understand key expressions. While Korean can be difficult to learn, with the right tuition, you’ll be speaking the language in no time.

How long does a beginner Korean course last?

Courses vary depending on your goals, from short intensive formats to longer-term programmes designed for consistent progress. We’ll work with you to design a programme that helps you achieve your goals.

What teaching styles do you use?

Lessons are interactive and practical, using dialogues, cultural insights and communication practice relevant to the workplace. Your tutor will adapt the lessons and curriculum to suit your learning style and goals.

Can the course be adapted to our organisation?

Absolutely. Each programme is fully customised to your team’s industry, roles and communication goals, and at the proposal stage, we’ll learn about your organisation’s future goals and tailor the programme to help you achieve that.

Do you offer both online and face-to-face training?

Yes. We offer flexible delivery options, online, in-person or blended learning. Many of our clients choose to receive their language training online with occasional intensive face-to-face days or weeks.

What are the professional benefits of learning beginner Korean?

Even a basic understanding of Korean helps improve communication, build relationships and enhance confidence in global business environments, particularly if your company works with Korean clients or partners.