Business English
Business English. The language that makes the business world go round.
While technology and the Web may get all the credit for enabling globalization, the key to aligning and integrating global operations is seamless communication. That's why organizations with global aspirations and mandates have turned to a common language—business English— so that global teams can communicate and collaborate as one. Of course, this is easier said than done. A recent study on the globalization of English revealed the challenges that companies and individuals are facing with English language competence. The need for English is pervasive—critical for all levels of the organization, present in an ever-growing number of job situations, and required for both internal and external communications.
- The McKinsey Global Institute found that only 13% of UNIVERSITY GRADUATES from low-wage countries are suitable for employment in multi-national companies. And the number one reason cited is lack of English skills!
- In a recent GlobalEnglish survey, 91% of employees in global corporations said that English is critical or important for their current jobs, however, only 9% of the respondents felt their English skills were adequate to perform their jobs and duties successfully. The vast majority of respondents also stated that English-speaking employees in non-English-speaking countries have more opportunities for advancement than employees who don't speak English.
- By the year 2011, it's been projected that the percentage of non-native speakers of English in Global 1000 companies will reach 70%.
The importance of a workforce that can efficiently communicate in English across the enterprise and around the world is clear. GlobalEnglish has helped some of the world's top companies meet this challenge.
To see who's benefited from our solution (and how they did it), we invite you to view our compelling success stories.
In a world where companies are globalizing, GlobalEnglish is the ultimate tool to prevent you from being left behind.
—Alejandro Gardella,
HR Manager Americas, ArcelorMittal