How it works

Share your availability. We assign a teacher on a CEFR program.

Availability and team size

You share weekly slots. We staff from the teaching team.

  • Book around your working week
  • A screened team, not a marketplace

We assign the student

We match agenda, level and teacher. You do not pick from a list.

  • Level and goals set the program
  • The teacher follows the same CEFR path

Online, on-site or mixed

On-site classes are for companies. Private learners study online, or mix both when travelling.

  • Online from anywhere
  • Office classes for company groups
  • Switch format during travel

Blended learning

Portal, book and teacher on one path. Built for busy professionals.

  • Portal exercises and audio
  • Book in print or ebook
  • Teacher on the same curriculum

Italian language course in Bologna designed for professional use

Who this course is for

Are you a professional working in Bologna who needs Italian for meetings, emails or daily communication?

This course is designed for people who use Italian as a working tool, not as a hobby. You combine language learning with a demanding job, limited time and clear expectations.

We work with international professionals collaborating with Italian-speaking teams, expats managing relocation and daily life in Bologna, companies and HR teams requiring structured training with reporting, and professionals preparing for certifications such as CILS or PLIDA.

How learning is structured

The course combines private lessons with a structured learning system, so progress does not depend on irregular study habits or guesswork.

You follow a clear CEFR-based path (A1–C2) supported by a learning portal that connects lessons, materials and progress tracking.

  • Private lessons focused on speaking, feedback and real situations
  • Structured self-study for grammar, vocabulary and listening
  • Monthly learning plan aligned with your work schedule

Your progress and weak points are tracked continuously, allowing lesson time to be used efficiently while self-study keeps progress stable between sessions.

Flexible planning around your work schedule

Lessons are scheduled around your professional availability in Bologna.

You can train before work, after work or during lunch breaks, and choose between online, in-person or hybrid lessons depending on your schedule.

If you travel for work or temporarily leave Bologna, you continue your course online without losing progress. Your learning path remains consistent thanks to our shared system and teacher network.

Italian for daily and professional situations in Bologna

The course focuses on real communication situations you face in Bologna.

This includes meetings, updates, negotiations and internal communication, as well as emails, reports and professional documentation. It also covers administrative procedures, housing, local services and daily interactions in shops, transport and public services.

Local professional context in Bologna

Bologna and the Emilia-Romagna region have a strong international workforce across several sectors.

We regularly support professionals in manufacturing and industrial production, engineering and automotive supply chains, academic and research roles linked to the University of Bologna, and operations, logistics and technical project coordination.

Training is adapted to your real communication needs within these environments.

Where lessons take place in Bologna

Lessons are organised in locations that fit your daily routine.

We operate within a 20 km radius from Bologna city centre. Common areas include Centro Storico, Porto–Saragozza, San Donato–San Vitale, Navile, Borgo Panigale–Reno and Savena, as well as nearby municipalities such as Casalecchio di Reno, San Lazzaro di Savena, Castel Maggiore and Zola Predosa.

Lessons can take place at your office, at home, in a meeting location or online. Transportation costs may apply depending on distance.

CEFR levels and exam preparation

The course follows CEFR levels from A1 to C2 with clear objectives and measurable outcomes.

If certification is required, your learning plan can include preparation for CILS or PLIDA.

Training focuses on real communication while preparing for exam formats, without separating both objectives.

Example: Italian for project coordination in Bologna

A project manager working with local teams needed Italian for meetings and follow-ups.

The training combined weekly lessons with short structured self-study sessions focused on meeting language and email communication.

After several weeks, the learner was able to actively participate in meetings and write clear follow-up emails in Italian.

Example: combining CILS preparation with full-time work

An international professional in Bologna needed CILS B2 while working full-time.

The training included weekly lessons focused on speaking and writing correction, self-study modules adapted to exam formats, and a structured timeline aligned with the exam date.

By the final phase, the learner had a clear exam strategy, improved written accuracy and structured speaking responses.

Pricing and transparency

Pricing depends on the intensity and structure of your training plan.

Typical packages range between €200 and €400, with conversation classes priced between €26 and €38 per hour depending on volume.

All pricing is defined in advance and aligned with your learning objectives.

For HR and companies in Bologna

We work directly with HR teams to provide structured training with minimal administrative effort.

  • CEFR-based learning plans per participant
  • Attendance tracking and activity reporting
  • Clear learning objectives and outcomes
  • Invoices adapted to internal processes

We handle administrative processes so HR teams can focus on employee development rather than course coordination.

Funding options in Emilia-Romagna

Depending on company profile and active calls, training may be supported through regional and national schemes.

This may include Emilia-Romagna regional vouchers (SIFER), FSE+ programmes, Fondo Nuove Competenze and interprofessional funds such as Fondimpresa.

Eligibility depends on company profile and active funding calls. We provide all required documentation, including learning plans, invoices, attendance tracking and activity reports.

How to start

Getting started is straightforward:

  1. Share your goals, availability and preferred format
  2. Receive a personalised proposal with timeline and pricing
  3. Start your course with access to the learning portal
  4. Follow a structured plan with continuous progress tracking

Frequently asked questions

Can my employer pay for the course?
Yes. Many companies in Bologna reimburse language training as part of professional development.

Do you offer in-company lessons?
Yes. We provide training across Bologna and nearby municipalities within a 20 km radius.

How flexible is scheduling?
Lessons can be planned around your workday, and the blended structure ensures continuity during busy periods.

What is included in the course?
Live lessons, access to the learning portal, structured CEFR modules, feedback and progress tracking.

Do you prepare for CILS and PLIDA?
Yes. Preparation is integrated into the course alongside practical communication training.

Can I continue if I travel?
Yes. You can switch to online lessons without losing progress or structure.

Learning portal included

Structured conversation classes with any teacher include all CEFR levels.

  • Ebook
  • Learning portal
  • Structured course programs

coLanguage Publishing

Conversation classes include the learning portal and ebook. Printed books are sold separately. About us, Quality guarantee.

  • Printed books
  • Interactive EPUBs with audio
  • Audiobooks

Student reviews of our Italian lessons

  • 4.7/5
4.7 out of 5 based on 12 ratings

Preparing for an exam while working full time. Audio with translation makes revision realistic on short breaks.

Rachel E.
Helsinki, Finland
Self-study
  • 4.4/5

Clear structure from A1 upward. AI corrections in the portal save time; I still work through the printed units.

Claire D.
Lyon, France
Blended learning
  • 4.2/5

Social life improved once I could follow meetings in Italian. The portal exercises are short; the book gives depth.

David R.
Berlin, Germany
Blended learning
  • 4.8/5