In Singapore, a cosmopolitan city, English proficiency has become an “invisible threshold” for career advancement. Whether it’s participating in meetings in multinational companies, communicating with clients, or writing professional reports, guidance from English teachers in Singapore can assist professionals in upgrading from “being able to understand” to “professional expression.” However, many expatriates find that even after working in Singapore for years, their English skills remain at the level of “daily communication,” falling short of meeting workplace requirements. The adult English courses offered by iworld learning are designed precisely to address this issue, helping learners break through language barriers and achieve career breakthroughs through systematic training.

1. Daily English vs. Workplace English: The Fundamental Differences

Many people mistakenly believe that “if I can understand daily conversations, I can handle workplace communication too.” But in real-world scenarios, workplace English requires:

• Report presentations: Structured expression of viewpoints
• Data explanation: Accurate presentation of key information
• Decision-making communication: Using professional terminology to persuade the team
• Persuasive expression: Balancing politeness and authority

Case Study: A Chinese learner once said, “I can understand the tasks assigned by my boss, but I’m always told my logic is unclear when reporting.” This is precisely due to a lack of systematic training in workplace English.

2. Understanding but Unable to Speak: The Disconnect in the Language system

Adults learning English often face the following issues:

• Can understand 70% of meetings but cannot immediately organize sentences to respond
• The Chinese language runs through the mind first, causing stuttering when translating into English
• Know the vocabulary but struggle to connect it into natural expressions
• Get nervous and become increasingly incoherent

Reasons: Lack of muscle memory for sentence patterns, practical workplace scenario practice, pronunciation and intonation training, and the establishment of an English mindset.

3. Inadequate Writing Proficiency: Difficulties with emails, reports, and resumes

Scenarios where workplace writing reveals professionalism include:

• Email writing: How to start politely? How to be concise and powerful in content?
• Report writing: How to support viewpoints with data? How to avoid grammatical errors?
• Resume writing: How to use keywords to attract HR’s attention? How to highlight personal strengths?

Data Case Study: iworld learning once helped a learner change “I did a good job” on their resume to “I increased sales by 30% through targeted marketing strategies,” enabling them to successfully secure a promotion.

4. Lack of Practice Environment: Busy work schedules and limited opportunities

Despite being in Singapore, many expatriates still face:

• Colleagues from the same country often communicate in their native language
• A low proportion of English tasks in work
• The fast pace of work leaves no time to practice speaking

Result: English skills improve significantly in the first year of employment, plateau in the second year, and show almost no change in the third year, falling into a “language bottleneck.”

Differences Between Adult and Child English Learning

1. Mother Tongue Interference: The “Translation Barrier” Adults Need to Overcome

• Adults: Chinese runs through the mind first before translating into English when speaking
• Children: Language acquisition relies on “natural input” without a translation process

2. Complexity of Language Tasks: Adults’ needs far exceed those of children

• Children: Picture description, simple writing, simple listening exercises
• Adults: Professional oral expression, decision-making communication, data reporting, formal email writing, workplace negotiation, team collaboration language, and cross-cultural communication skills

3. Limited Time: Adults Need “Efficient Methods”

• Adult needs:
• Systematic courses
• Efficient learning structures
• Sentence patterns and expressions directly applicable to work scenarios
• Precise error correction
• Teacher supervision and guidance

iworld learning Workplace English Courses

1. Oral Expression: From Being Able to Speak to Speaking Professionally

• Objectives: Clearly express viewpoints, structure responses, speak with confidence, use appropriate connectives, and master correct intonation
• Case Study: Change “Maybe we can do this.” to “I recommend we proceed with this approach because…” to enhance professionalism and persuasiveness.

2. Listening Skills: Adapting to Different Accents and Speeds

• Challenges: Singaporean accent, Indian accent, Filipino accent, Western accents (American/British), and mixed expressions from colleagues
• Training Focus: Grasping key points, listening for keywords, understanding hidden meanings, and discerning attitudes and tones

3. Workplace Writing: Professional, Clear, and Persuasive

• Types: Email writing, report writing, resume writing, project proposal writing, and client communication writing
• Training Content:
• Professional email templates and sentence patterns
• Business politeness expressions
• Formal vs. informal styles
• Data presentation methods
• Reducing grammatical errors

4. Pronunciation and Intonation: Making Expression Clearer and More Persuasive

• Objectives:
• Clients can understand
• Colleagues don’t need to ask for repetition
• Clear expression in conference calls
• Boosting confidence

5. Vocabulary and Expression Upgrade: From Simple to Professional

• Before Training: “very good,” “very bad,” “I think,” “maybe,” “not sure”
• After Training:
• More professional business expressions
• Industry-specific vocabulary
• Expressions that enhance persuasiveness

Why Choose iworld learning?

1. Systematic Courses: Graded Teaching to Precisely Match Needs

• Graded System: 8-12 detailed levels, with a level test conducted before enrollment to ensure learners enter the most suitable class.
• Course Content: Combines workplace scenarios, covering five modules: oral expression, listening, writing, pronunciation, and vocabulary.

2. Professional Faculty: A Team of English Teachers in Singapore

• Qualification Requirements:
• TESOL/CELTA/DELTA certification
• Local teaching experience in Singapore
• Providing detailed feedback on writing and oral expression

3. Small Class Sizes: 6-12 Students per Class to Ensure Interaction Quality

• Advantages:
• Each learner has ample speaking opportunities
• Teachers can focus on individual issues
• Simulates real workplace discussion scenarios

4. Immediate Application: Course Content Seamlessly Connects with the Workplace

• Case Study:
• High-scoring essay writing techniques
• Academic discussion expression methods
• Reading speed improvement strategies

Data Case Study: An Upper Secondary learner in iworld learning’s academic English course improved their O-Level writing score from C to A and increased their reading speed by 40% within three months.

Course Types and Registration Information

1. Course Types

• General English Courses: Suitable for learners looking to comprehensively improve their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
• Academic English Courses: Suitable for junior high, high school, and university students preparing for school exams.
• International Exam Preparation Courses (IELTS/TOEFL/PTE): Suitable for learners applying for universities or with immigration needs.
• Oral Expression and Pronunciation Courses: Suitable for learners looking to improve their daily and academic oral skills.

2. Registration Information

• Schedule a Free Trial Class (WhatsApp): +65 8798 0083
• Campus Address:
• CBD Campus: 10 Anson Road, #24-15, International Plaza, Singapore 079903 (Green Line – Tanjong Pagar Station)
• Orchard Road Campus: 111 Somerset Road, #10-19, Singapore 238164 (Red Line – Somerset Station)

Learning Process

Identify Needs (Clarify Stage-Specific Goals) > Select a Course (Match with iworld learning’s Graded System) > Classroom Practice (Small Class Interaction + Real-World Scenario Training) > Feedback and Optimization (Regular Learning Reports) > Skill Improvement (Achieve Dual Standards for Exams and the Workplace)

FAQ

Q1: What age groups are iworld learning’s courses suitable for? A: The courses are suitable for students from primary school to university adults and working professionals, with classes matched according to age and foundation.

Q2: How many students are there in a small class? A: Each class has 6-12 students to ensure sufficient interaction opportunities.

Q3: Do the teachers have teaching experience in Singapore? A: All teachers hold TESOL/CELTA certification and have years of local teaching experience.

Q4: How is the course effectiveness evaluated? A: Progress and areas for improvement are tracked through regular tests and learning reports.

Q5: What does the free trial class include? A: Experience the classroom atmosphere, teaching methods, and the teacher’s professionalism to help decide whether to enroll in the formal course.