Important of English Language

ENGLISH is the world’s most important language.

Its importance in the workplace and other areas cannot be under­estimated.

Research has shown that one out of four of the world’s popula­tion speaks English.

What is more interesting is that approximately 375 million people speak English as their first language and more than 375 mil­lion people speak English as their second language.

English has an official status in at least 75 countries with a popu­lation of over two billion.

Its widespread use in basically all aspects of life and the work­place is unquestionable.

The use of English as the main international language in business communications, IT, education, journalism, pop music, advertis­ing, academic conferences, travel, airports, air traffic control, science and technology, diplomacy, sports and as an “official” language in international events makes it a sine qua non for progress, power

and modernity.

Nearly 80% of the information stored in the world’s computers and 85% of Internet homepages are in English.

In the field of ICT, or informa­tion communication technolo­gies, the position of the English language is unrivalled, as it is the first language of about 68% of web users.

Not only has the use of the English language changed in recent years, its multi-faceted application in the global arena also makes it a language worthy of recognition.

Its importance and role in achieving Malaysia’s vision of developed nation status by 2020 cannot be overlooked.

The English language is, in fact, the engine that will drive us towards achieving this goal.

Therefore, there is a need and demand for teachers who special­ise in English Language Teaching.

PTPL Group of Colleges offers a Diploma in English Language Teaching (ELT) through the School of Business Management and

Professional Studies (SBMP).

The programme is designed to help students develop proficiency in the methods of teaching English.

One of the ways of learning a language well is to prepare oneself to teach it.

This programme trains students to learn different aspects of the English language, from a teacher’s point of view.

It is also aimed to bridge the gap between theory and practice of the methodology of teaching English.

Prospective teachers will find that the focus of the programme is primarily on the various aspects of teaching English.

PTPL-DELT programme differs from other programmes because of its emphasis on soft skills such as using ICT, communication skills, public speaking, develop­ing leadership skills, developing critical thinking and problem-solv­ing.

Upon completion of the diplo­ma, students can move on to their second year bachelor’s degree at Management and Science University (MSU) through Faculty of Business Management and Professional Studies (FBMP).