Professional Business Portuguese & General Portuguese Courses

Practical Portuguese Language Training for Career and Everyday Use

At Babel, we know that Portuguese learners come with a wide variety of different goals, so that’s why we provide two clear routes, each focused on different outcomes.

Business Portuguese supports professionals who need to operate successfully in an international context. From running team meetings and handling calls with clients, to preparing reports, giving presentations or building long-term relationships with partners in Portuguese-speaking markets, our training is geared towards real professional impact.

General Portuguese is perfect for those who want to strengthen their ability to communicate in day-to-day life. The lessons explore speaking, listening, reading and writing in practical contexts, whether that’s for travelling, relocating or simply wanting to connect more confidently with Portuguese-speaking communities.

Whatever your focus, your programme will be engaging, personalised and built around real-life situations you can use immediately.

Babel Group Business and General Portuguese Language Training

Why Learn Business or General Portuguese?

Spoken by over 250 million people worldwide, Portuguese is both a language of culture and a key to global opportunities. Whether you’re visiting Brazil, working with colleagues in Portugal, or aiming to expand your organisation’s reach across the Lusophone world, the ability to communicate in Portuguese creates meaningful advantages.

Babel Group Business Portuguese Language Courses

With Babel, you can choose a path that fits your personal or professional needs, or combine both for a broader learning journey.

Workplace Success: Build confidence in meetings, negotiations and professional exchanges.
Everyday Skills: Manage travel, networking and social situations with ease.
Career Growth: Add a valuable language to your CV and stand out internationally.
Cultural Understanding: Navigate the subtleties of communication across Portuguese-speaking regions.

Looking for training tailored to your team? Get in touch and we’ll design a course for your organisation that delivers results.

What You’ll Gain from Business and General Portuguese

Our courses don’t stop at just vocabulary and grammar – they’re designed to make you effective in real situations.

Clear Communication: Express yourself accurately in personal and professional contexts.
Confidence in Action: Speak naturally in meetings, presentations and informal discussions.
Practical Vocabulary: Learn the words and expressions most relevant to your life and work.
Improved Listening: Understand different Portuguese accents and respond with ease.

Take the next step towards fluency – book a consultation today and we’ll create a plan built around your goals.

Learning at Babel

With nearly 30 years of experience, Babel has partnered with thousands of professionals to achieve their language ambitions. Every Portuguese programme is crafted to reflect the learner’s industry, level and personal objectives.

Why learners and businesses choose us:

Specialist Trainers: Experienced tutors with both linguistic expertise and business insight.
Flexible Options: Online, face-to-face or blended formats available.
Tailored Approach: Content customised to your professional and personal requirements.
Proven Track Record: Consistent results and long-term learner success.

Babel Group General Portuguese Language Courses

Who Are Our Business and General Portuguese Courses Designed For?

These programmes are open to learners of all abilities, from absolute beginners to advanced speakers.

They’re especially suited to:

Professionals: Preparing for Portuguese-speaking clients, projects or negotiations.
Ambitious Individuals: Expanding their skill set and career opportunities.
Frequent Travellers or Expats: Wanting to settle in or connect while abroad.
Relocating Teams and Families: Preparing for life in a new country with practical communication skills.

Interested in starting? Contact us today and we’ll help you find the right Portuguese course for your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between Business and General Portuguese?

Business Portuguese focuses on professional contexts such as meetings, presentations and negotiations, whereas General Portuguese prepares you for travel, social life and daily communication. Many learners combine the two for a more well-rounded training programme.

Who can join these courses?

We work with individuals, teams and organisations at all levels who have a range of different needs and goals. As with all of our courses, they will be adapted to your team or organisation’s specific goals.

Do you teach all levels?

Yes. Our programmes follow the CEFR scale, from A1 beginner to C2 advanced, and the course content will be tailored to your starting level.

Can I choose just one option?

Yes. You’re free to follow a single route or blend both depending on your needs. We’ll work with you to develop a programme that helps you reach your goals.

Do you provide Portuguese language exam preparation?

Yes, we can support learners preparing for Portuguese language certifications. Read our page specifically on exam preparation and get in touch with us to learn more.

How is training delivered?

Our lessons can be delivered online, face-to-face, or a blend of both – whatever suits your schedule.

When will I notice progress?

This varies by learner, but we’ll set milestones during your consultation to track your development. A lot depends on how often you have class, how much work you put in between classes, and your natural ability to pick up languages as everyone’s different.