Summary
This B2 Business English lesson plan helps students discuss the essential processes of vendor selection and procurement. Through a series of interactive exercises, students will learn the vocabulary and grammar needed to evaluate suppliers, negotiate terms, and describe procurement strategies in a professional context.
The lesson includes a listening activity about improving a company's selection process, vocabulary matching for key terms like "due diligence" and "bid," and grammar practice focusing on modals of recommendation and the passive voice. The material culminates in practical speaking scenarios where students apply their new skills to realistic business situations, such as choosing a provider and defining selection criteria.
Activities
- A warm-up discussion to activate students' prior knowledge about making important purchases and the value of supplier relationships.
- A listening comprehension exercise where students fill in the gaps while listening to a manager discuss improvements to the company's procurement process.
- Grammar practice focused on using modals of recommendation (should, must, need to) and the passive voice to describe formal business procedures objectively.
- Guided speaking practice through role-play scenarios that challenge students to choose between vendors, explain procurement steps, and brainstorm evaluation criteria using the lesson's target language.
Vocabulary focus
This lesson introduces essential business vocabulary for procurement. Key terms include "procurement," "due diligence," "bid," "criteria," "robust," and "overhaul." These words equip students to discuss the formal process of acquiring goods and services, from evaluating offers to implementing strong strategies.
Grammar focus
The grammar section concentrates on two key areas for professional communication. First, students practice using modals of recommendation like "should," "must," and "need to" for giving advice on procurement strategies. Second, the lesson covers the passive voice, helping students describe processes formally and objectively, which is common in business reports and emails.
