English became the predominant language of business during the second
half of the twentieth century because the USA became the world’s dominant economic power.
English drives the world economy in general and the Panamanian economy in particular.
From the major air hub at Tocumen and the numerous hotels for business and tourism in Ciudad Panamá to the logistics of the Panama Canal, English is indispensable in Panamá.
English Rising
Indeed, English has become a global language for business, law, medicine, tourism, aviation, logistics, and especially technology.
The global economy thus makes Business English more important today.
Continue reading to see how the different types of English help improve your career chances!
Business English
Business English is a course delivered in English aimed at current or would-be business professionals.
You could learn the basics of meeting and greeting colleagues and customers to more advanced topics like Banking English and Financial English.
Beyond business vocabulary, idioms, or collocations, you need to learn good social English, how to be persuasive, and how to communicate in writing.
Social English
As you probably know, business is built on relationships. You need to know what your colleagues or clients are thinking and WHY they are thinking it.
American-style business usually takes place outside the office – on the golf course, at a basketball game, or a “power lunch.”
You need to know the proper English to use in each social situation and how to “seal the deal!”!
Persuasive English
Good business is good persuasion. You need to sell your boss or your client on a course of action or a product. But how?
You often have limited time to attract attention and deliver a presentation.
How do you get a “yes” in English?
Good persuasive phrases, solid reasoning, and your own style of speaking (with confidence, of course) help you win a promotion or a contract.
Be articulate and you will succeed!
Good English Writing
Just as important as being articulate in speech is being articulate in writing.
Sometimes you may not be able to speak to the decision-maker face to face.
The ability to write clearly, crisply, and concisely improves your chances of success!
However, good writing only comes with practice and good guidance from a skilled English professor.
MBA English Series
Some business professionals seek another type of challenge – a degree in Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Stay tuned for the MBA English Series of posts on Panamá Inglés.
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You will learn the MBA English skills demanded by businesses today without going to B-school!
If you are seriously considering B-school, you should get classes in GMAT preparation, the feared test to enter graduate business studies.
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