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Online English Programs - ELI
Program Descriptions
The English Language Institute offers online programs including:
- Online English Program
- Online Aviation English Certificate Program
- Online Business English Programs
- Online individual and group tutoring to fit your specific online learning needs
Online English Program
The Online English Program (OEP) features courses in reading, writing, communication skills, and grammar.
These are online, non-credit courses that can be counted towards UCM's English Proficiency Requirements. Students are given a placement test to determine level (Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced). Courses are asynchronous and include regular, virtual meetings with the instructor.
Students receive a certificate of completion and 4.2 Continuing Education Units. Students should expect to spend 3-5 hours per week per online class.
These courses are not for F or J visa students.
The Online English Program courses are $425.00 per course.
*Costs and fees are subject to change
If you are interested in registering for Online English Program courses, please contact the ELI Director, Ms. Valerie Heming, at iep@ucmo.edu to enroll.
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Aviation English Online Program
The English Language Institute's Aviation English Online Program prepares students to meet and exceed the Level-4 ICAO rating to comply with the FAA regulations.
The program consists of:
- one 6-week course to introduce students to voice-only communication in plain English for safety during flight instruction, recreation, or commercial application. Students will build speaking and listening skills within the context of aviation topics (e.g., pre-flight checks and ground movements).
- one 6-week course to build greater speaking and listening skills for voice-only communication in plain English. Students will engage in simulated voice-only communication within the context of aviation topics (e.g., cruising and en route events).
If you are interested in registering for ELI Aviation English Online Program courses, please contact the ELI Director, Ms. Valerie Heming, at iep@ucmo.edu to enroll.
The online program's courses feature engaging instruction and practice with plain English voice-only communication, terminology, pronunciation, and more in an aviation context.
Students are enrolled at UCM in a zero credit hour, short-term program through Online and Learning Engagement. Students complete two online courses with six aviation-context focused modules. Students will receive a UCM grade report, a program certificate of completion, and a digital badge.
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Tuition for one course: (ground communication or air communication) |
$1,300* |
| Tuition for program (bundle): | $2,500* |
*Costs and fees are subject to change.
If you are interested in registering for the Aviation English Online Program, please contact the ELI Director, Ms. Valerie Heming, at iep@ucmo.edu for more information or to register.
English for Corporate Managers (Online)
This business English program consists of 2 courses, each lasting 6 weeks. It is designed for managers and executives in the corporate environment who want to improve their interpersonal communication skills in face-to-face or virtual settings, presentation skills, report writing and electronic communications. The focus is on vocabulary, grammar, and American negotiation skills in a corporate setting. Certificate of Successful Completion awarded.
If you are interested in registering for ELI English for Corporate Managers Online Program courses, please contact the ELI Director, Ms. Valerie Heming, at iep@ucmo.edu to enroll.
Corporate English for Managers I: This course focuses on developing the range of vocabulary and strengthening of grammar skills (e.g. in correspondence, reports, and presentations) of the corporate executive. Interpersonal communication skills for both formal and informal settings as well as for virtual environments are introduced. It is designed for executives wishing to refine broader vocabulary, situational English communication, and presentation skills.
Corporate English for Managers II: CEM II builds on CEM I. This course focuses on enhancing English for report-writing and on showing more effective communication during virtual and face-to-face meetings. Active listening skills and language for negotiation skills are honed for more meaningful and culturally-sensitive discussion in both formal and informal settings. For executives with advanced-level English skills.
- Schedule is to be arranged.
- The courses meet two times per week with 1.5 hours per class.
- The classes are offered online or face-to-face (on-site or at the Missouri Innovation Campus in Lee's Summit, Missouri).
| Tuition for one course: | $995.00* |
| Tuition for program (bundle): | $1,750.00* |
*Costs and fees are subject to change.
English for Administrative Assistants (Online)
This business English program consists of 2 courses, each lasting 6 weeks. It is designed for administrative assistants in the business environment who want to improve their speaking and writing skills for inter-office and public communication. The focus is on phone and e-mail English, letter writing, grammar, and pronunciation. Certificate of Successful Completion awarded.
If you are interested in registering for ELI English for Administrative Assistants Online Program courses, please contact the ELI Director, Ms. Valerie Heming, at iep@ucmo.edu to enroll.
English for Administrative Assistants I: This course introduces vocabulary and guides administrative staff to identify circumstances which specific spoken and written "types" of English are necessary to build effective communication for inter-office and public exchanges. Intermediate level of English needed.
English for Administrative Assistants II: EAAII builds on EAAI goals. This course enhances administrative staff abilities to speak and write using work-appropriate English in public and inter/intra office communication. Staff will develop a portfolio of templates for English phrasing in e-mails and reports. High-intermediate to Advanced level of English needed.
- Schedule is to be arranged.
- The courses meet two times per week with 1.5 hours per class.
- The classes are offered online or face-to-face (on-site or at the Missouri Innovation Campus in Lee's Summit, Missouri).
| Tuition for one course: | $395.00* |
| Tuition for program (bundle): | $695.00* |
*Costs and fees are subject to change.
Online Individual and Group Tutoring
To set up online individual and group tutoring, please contact the ELI Director, Ms. Valerie Heming, at iep@ucmo.edu.
