Abstract
This paper aims to examine the specialized competencies and attributes that Business English (BE) teachers need in order to run successful BE courses and comply with the requirements of the business community. This small scale qualitative study explores the perceptions of Hungarian BE teachers with extensive BE teaching experience at multinational companies (MNCs) regarding the specialized knowledge, skills and personality traits they need in the field. The interviews conducted with BE teachers reveal that they are likely to be at an advantage if they gain some knowledge of essential business terminology, functions and processes, acquire the essentials of BE teaching methodology, and develop certain skills and personal characteristics which are highly appreciated by the MNC business community. The results imply that compliance with corporate requirements and fulfilment of the immediate needs of BE learners are likely to be the key factors of BE teacher professionalism. Therefore, acquiring BE teacher competencies is vital for the successful delivery of any BE course.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
