ESL Conversation Questions – Business

A2 (Elementary) Level Questions

1. What colors do you see in the business district?
2. What do people do in a business district?
3. Can you name three things a businessman might carry?
4. What do the buildings look like in a business area?
5. Do you like the idea of working in a business district?
6. What kinds of jobs are there in business?
7. What time of day is it in the picture?
8. How do people dress for business work?
9. Do you think it’s busy in a business district? Why?
10. What kind of transport do people use in a business area?
11. What is your dream job in business?
12. Would you like to work in a big building?
13. What can you buy in a business district?
14. How do you feel when you see a city at night?
15. What sounds do you hear in a busy city?
16. Do you like tall buildings? Why or why not?
17. What do people eat for lunch in a business area?
18. What do you think people talk about in business?
19. How is a business district different from your neighborhood?
20. Would you like to visit a business district? Why?

B1 (Intermediate) Level Questions

1. Discuss the importance of business districts in a city.
2. What skills are important for working in business?
3. Compare working in a small company to a large corporation.
4. How has technology changed the business world?
5. Discuss the role of advertising in business.
6. What are the challenges of working in a busy business district?
7. How does commuting affect business professionals?
8. Discuss the balance between work and personal life in business.
9. What are the benefits of networking in business?
10. How do businesses contribute to a city’s economy?
11. Describe your ideal business work environment.
12. How important is fashion in the business world?
13. Discuss the role of teamwork in business success.
14. What impact do large businesses have on local communities?
15. Talk about the future of business in the digital age.
16. How do cultural differences affect international business?
17. What is corporate social responsibility?
18. Discuss the role of leadership in business.
19. How does globalization affect business?
20. What new business trends are emerging?

B2 (Upper Intermediate) Level Questions

1. Analyze the impact of global economic changes on businesses.
2. Discuss the ethical considerations in business practices.
3. Evaluate the role of innovation in business growth.
4. How do market trends influence business strategies?
5. Discuss the impact of social media on business marketing.
6. Analyze the challenges of starting a new business.
7. How does corporate culture affect employee performance?
8. Discuss the importance of sustainability in business.
9. Analyze the role of customer feedback in business development.
10. How do political situations affect international business?
11. Discuss the evolution of consumer behavior in recent years.
12. Evaluate the impact of e-commerce on traditional businesses.
13. How do startups differ from established businesses?
14. Discuss the significance of branding in business.
15. Analyze the role of data analysis in business decision-making.
16. Evaluate the challenges of managing a diverse workforce.
17. Discuss the importance of business ethics.
18. How does technology impact customer relations?
19. Analyze the role of mentorship in business career development.
20. Discuss the future of work in the post-COVID era.

C1 (Advanced) Level Questions

1. Critically analyze the role of multinational corporations in the global economy.
2. Discuss the impact of technological advancements on business models.
3. Evaluate the challenges of ethical leadership in business.
4. How do changing demographics affect business strategies?
5. Discuss the influence of cultural intelligence in international business.
6. Analyze the role of artificial intelligence in business innovation.
7. Evaluate the impact of climate change on business operations.
8. Discuss the integration of virtual reality in business training and development.
9. Analyze the influence of political policies on global business operations.
10. Critique the effectiveness of different leadership styles in business.

C2 (Proficiency) Level Questions

1. Explore the philosophical aspects of capitalism and its impact on business.
2. Critically assess the role of corporate governance in ethical business practices.
3. Discuss the implications of digital transformation on traditional business models.
4. Analyze the intersection of business and socio-political activism.
5. Evaluate the role of emotional intelligence in business leadership.
6. Critically discuss the challenges of maintaining work-life balance in high-pressure business roles.
7. Examine the impact of cultural diversity on global business strategies.
8. Discuss the potential of sustainable practices to reshape future business models.
9. Analyze the evolution of consumerism and its impact on business strategies.
10. Critically examine the balance between innovation and risk in business decision-making.