Business English Grammar Text Recommendations

Business English Teachers exerpts

1- I have a class of C1 learners and the grammar books that I have (Macmillan Essential Bus. Grammar Builder and Cambridge English Grammar in Use) are too easy for them. The students are scientists (adults in-company) and they want in-depth information about difficult parts of grammar, i.e. Subjunctive past and non-past. I'm looking for a book with clear descriptions and a lot of exercises.

2- I just love CUP Advanced Grammar in Use. I think it is perfect with loads of excercises. If you happen to have the one with the CD attached, even better! The create-test facility is just amazing and so handy for the teachers.

3- I can recommend Longman Advanced Learners' Grammar by Mark Foley & Diane Hall, published by Pearson Education Limited, 2003. This is not specifically for Business English students, but suitable for those preparing for CAE or Proficiency or other similar examinations, or just for advanced students who are not preparing for examinations at all.

I find it really helpful due to the following reasons:
1) it examines the close relationship between grammar and vocabulary
2) has useful word lists, charts and Round ups
3) highlights common errors and areas of potential confusion
4) contains units on text structure and discourse
5) there is a full set of diagnostic tests.