Our View 1 - How to choose the right Language Training provider for you
As an employer, there may be a time when your business dictates that key people need to be able to converse in another language or become fluent in a specialist area in another language.
It may be that you are an HR manager or director or you are a head of a team with responsibility for finding the right language training provider for your needs.
Whatever your position there are some things you should think about when meeting with prospective companies who want to undertake your language training.
You’ll have many reasons for deciding to learn a new language but there are some key things that will help you learn your new language fast and well. Key to all, however, is motivation.
Are you really wanting to learn this new language or has the chore been foisted upon you by your company. If your motivation is high you’ll probably enjoy your lessons and relish the chance to practice.
Our View 3 - How to go about creating a corporate language policy - A UK perspective
We’ve seen expanding business markets bring the UK to the point where we’re technically working with one world market.
Now, although we have yet to appreciate the full extent of this global growth, one thing clearly stands out particularly for English speaking businesses – our history of language achievement is not necessarily standing us in good stead for global business opportunities. The old empire is still alive when it comes to language. Everyone speaks English so why should we bother learning anything else?