English is the mother tongue of millions of people around the world, the second language of millions more in Africa and Asia, and the acknowledged international language of science, technology, business, and diplomacy. About a quarter of world’s population is fluent or competent in English. In addition, English is the most widely taught, read and spoken in the world. It has become accepted as the universal language and the language of international communication. Furthermore, in the roadmap for an ASEAN Community 2009-2015 , English is promoted as the international business language and the standard workplace language for ASEAN countries. One ASEAN development plan is helping ASEAN member nation to become proficient in English in order to establish a common language for members to communicate directly with one another, as well as being able to participate at an international level. Also, current employment requirements often include some degree of fluency in English in order
Therefore, superior English communication skills are the prime requisite for obtaining and holding a good job, as well as advancing to a better position in the contemporary business world.