This framework is for a needs analysis which is extended to curriculum development. The investigation starts from an analysis of communication and learning needs, and proceeds through the spiral and iterative stages of curriculum development. Prior to classes, learner needs are established as a result of individual interviews with key stakeholders from five groups. After the inter-views, the identified needs are assessed in terms of their suitability for the context under investigation. Based on the identified needs and preliminary reflections, a new curriculum is designed for the first part of the course by the teacher researcher. The curriculum design process includes: con-text analysis and course planning; establishing the principles of teaching and learning; formulating aims and objectives; designing of syllabus and instructional materials; and, in conclusion, assessment. All of the processes are treated as an interrelated whole as suggested in the literature (Brown, 1995; Richards, 2001). The initial part of the curriculum is implemented in the first cycle, i.e. engaging an ESP teacher to observe the classes.