English Language Major: Bridging the language gap
According to the PLI - Power Language Index published by the World Economic Forum in 2016, English language has always been the most influential and powerful language in the world, followed by Chinese, French, Spanish, Arabic. It’s true that English is deemed to be the global language, and widely used in almost all areas: daily communication, business, commerce, media, tourism, education, science, diplomacy, etc.
Although English is a popular and important, not everyone is provided the conditions to learn English; or not all English learners can use it fluently. That is why those with excellent English skills and knowledge have huge advantages.
What is English Language Major?
Former Deputy Prime Minister Vu Khoan, who started his career as an interpreter at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, once said "Interpreters are the bridge between countries". They play a vital part in all official and important meetings, ranging from ministerial to local levels.
A company is trying to attract the attention of foreign customers or investors. As a result, its website, marketing materials, financial statements, annual reports and other important information must all be written and published in an English version.
A candidate who is planning to apply for a job in a foreign enterprise, amultinational company or foreign customer service department of a bank, should recognize that English is not an advantage but an absolute requirement. One using English in this era should not confine oneself to an acceptable fashion, but essentially at an accurate, professional level with a high rate of expertise.
Have you noticed increasing numbers of English classes in schools, foreign language centers, or countless online English learning apps? That's the sign of the huge demand for English learning.
Mentioned above are some examples showing the demand for the workforce proficient in English language. Regardless of purposes of use – whether is is an occupation or a language skill, English will be the golden key that opens up great opportunities for the learners.
English Language major is the study of English so that learners can communicate in English fluently, and at the same time, it is also the study of the history, people and culture of English-speaking countries in the world. Moreover, it examines the basic rules of English linguistics so that the learners are able to use English correctly and professionally, self-study and self-develop English competency, and eventually teach and guide other English learners.
Learning objectives:
· The Ho Chi Minh City Banking University (HUB) provides English language courses, majoring in Business English.
· Students of English majors in Business English are equipped with:
- Basic knowledge of the language; background and in-depth knowledge of the English language; knowledge of British-American culture, society and literature; basic and advanced knowledge of translation and interpretation;
- Fluent English listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in communication and professional situations; translation and interpretation skills; English communication and presentation skills; other personal skills such as teamwork, language and social research skills;
· Graduates are able to competently take jobs related to translation and interpretation, English teaching and business, commercial transactions and foreign affairs in global environments.
Featured subjects:
· Grammar
· Pronounciation
· Phonetics – Phonology
· Syntax morphology
· English skilss (Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing)
· Commercial English
· English in business communication
· Translating – interpreting practice
· British - American culture
· British - American literature
Career opportunities
Graduates of the English Language major can take up the following positions:
- Tier 1: Specialist translators - interpreters working in diplomatic agencies, publishing companies, news agencies, television stations, radio stations, domestic and foreign enterprises, international organizations, non-governmental organizations.
- Tier 2: International relations specialists, assistants in the foreign affairs, international relations and foreign affairs departments of diplomatic agencies, ministries, local bodies, non-governmental organizations, public agencies, multinational companies, enterprises, economic groups, state agencies, universities, hospitals.
- Tier 3: Teachers of general and specialized English at universities, colleges, academies, foreign language centers after acquiring additional pedagogical knowledge and skills.
- Tier 4: Excutives in administration, human resources, marketing, sales; assistants, secretaries at commercial banks, financial institutions, import-export companies, foreign organizations and businesses.
Essential qualities for the major:
- Be naturally talented in foreign languages
- Love English (through communication, movies, music, newspapers...)
- Have good expressive ability and memory
- Be dynamic, outgoing, love to explore, like to learn new things about foreign cultures.
- Love and desire to work in international, multi-cultural environments.
- Love learning about social, cultural, historical matters, literary, and film.
- Be persist
Why should you study English at HUB? (www.khoangoaingu.buh.edu.vn)
- HUB has more than 15 years of experience in English language training. Also, it is a leading and experienced institution in the field of Business English.
- HUB focuses on training both basic knowledge and skills in using English.
- In addition, students are also equipped with knowledge about economy, finance, and business.
- HUB is powered with enthusiastic and highly qualified faculty, many of whom graduated from USA, UK, Australia universities.
- Students have opportunity to experience and develop skills through seminars, competitions, STEP English Club, and cultural exchange programs.
Admission methods:
In 2020, Banking University of Ho Chi Minh City. Ho Chi Minh City enrolls students in English with criteria and methods:
(*) Candidates can make additional adjustments to their admission requirements according to the method based on the results of the high school graduation exam from September 9 to September 18, 2020.
(**) Candidates submit their application for admission according to the results of the competency assessment exam conducted by the National University of Ho Chi Minh City. Ho Chi Minh City held until the end of September 10, 2020
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