English language has been used as a means of communication in business world. With globalization, the use of English is increasing in companies and business situations. Even in Indonesia where English is not a second language, English proficiency has become a necessary skill for business people to acquire.
There are some reasons why business people need to improve their English competence:
- Job recruitment
- Job promotion
- Professional development
- Needs to upgrade the skills
- Needs from work to use the language
- etc.
To support Indonesian business people with English competence, LBPP LIA Pramuka sets up in-house training programs at companies. Upon request, LBPP LIA Pramuka will design a program suitable for the needs of each company.
There are two types of programs offered: the available programs and the customized programs.
Available programs:
1. Business Conversation (BCV): This program is prepared for adults who need low-level English for work, travel and everyday situations. With this course they can:
- start speaking with clear, structured speaking activities in every lesson.
- learn everyday phrases and key words used in work, travel and socializing.
- gain a thorough understanding of the essential grammar needed for practical tasks.
- practice essential listening and pronunciation skills.
- develop the reading skills to deal with e-mail and the web as well as standard texts.
2. Conversation Class (CV): this program is designed for those who need English for daily conversation. By joining this program, participants are able to:
- use the strategies & techniques of conversation to communicate in daily life.
- use the skills of communication in daily activities and to take parts in discussions.
- improve their linguistic skills – grammar, usage and vocabulary.
3. English for International Business: This program is a two level course for business people who want to use English as an international means of communication, featuring:
- Modular lessons that meet the needs of busy professionals.
- Real companies and real – world tasks that motivate business people in the classroom.
- Cultural pointers that build skills for doing global business.
4. Business Correspondence: this program is designed for those who need to learn how to write documents clearly and effectively. The program will:
- Help the participants prepare and write clear and effective letters, faxes, memos and e-mails.
- Improve the participants’ basic English skills.
5. Effective Presentation: This program provides trainees with an opportunity to write, organize, and prepare a presentation. It also equips participants with practical knowledge of giving presentation. At the end of the course, participants are expected to be able to demonstrate self-confidence in speaking, plan, organize, and deliver presentations effectively.
6. Report Writing: This program is suitable for those seeking an effective way of writing an analytical report. Through group/class work participants will learn a number of writing skills and techniques commonly found in report writing. At the end of this program, participants are expected to be able to write various informal and formal reports effectively.
7. TOEFL Preparation: This program is designed to help participants improve their TOEFL score. This program also helps participants prepare for the real TOEFL test.
8. Communicative Grammar: This program is a multi level course, that takes participants from beginner to high intermediate level. It is intended to:
- Improve participants’ English proficiency and accuracy, especially in grammar and usage.
- Enhance participants’ four language skills: listening, speaking, reading & writing.
- Expand participants’ vocabulary.
Customized Programs:
Customized Programs are programs designed to meet the needs of each company and each work profile. The programs are built based on needs analysis which later will be made into a specific class syllabus.
Examples of customized programs are Business English Presentation (conversation class and presentation class), Specific Report Writing (report writing class made for specific work field e.g. banking, insurance, engineering, etc.), or English for Debating & Discussion (conversation class with specific contents). Other customized programs include English for Engineers, English for Banking & Finance, English for Content Teachers, etc.
LBPP LIA Pramuka has extensive experience in in-house training programs with clients ranging from private companies to government agencies.
For further information about the programs, contact Customer Service Section at 021 8583241 ext 205. Inquiries through email can be emailed to cso@liapramuka.com or through our contact page.
