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English in Switzerland: why you need English to find a job?

Looking for a job in Switzerland? Regardless of your nationality or line of work, it is becoming ever more important to master English to advance in the workplace. In a country characterized by its multilingualism and international economic activity, learning English in Switzerland has infinite benefits.

    According to the study “The Linguistic Landscape of Switzerland” conducted by the Federal Statistical Office:

  • The English-speaking expatriate population is steadily increasing. It is estimated that more than 5% of the Swiss population speaks English at home.
  • The range of languages spoken in both a private and professional environments in Switzerland has grown, requiring the use of a “reference language” (English).
  • 50 to 60% of workers use English in the workplace in Switzerland.
      • The study “The economic importance of English in Switzerland”, conducted by researchers at the University of Geneva concludes:

    • Multilingualism cost Swiss Companies a reported 46 billion Swiss francs per year, or 9% of GDP.
    • Employees of large companies speak more English than French or German.
    • English, is used more and more in economics, and is also being taught earlier and earlier in schools.

      • Many other studies by reputable organizations demonstrate the growing importance of workers’ ability to learn and use English. To find Job in Switzerland or advance in your current company, you need to speak English!

      Your next step with Wall Street English

      Wall St. is the world leader in teaching English to both individuals and businesses. We train employees and CEOs of major international companies in Switzerland and provide them with the language skills and the confidence they need to do business effectively in English. Our courses will improve your business communicating skills and prepare you for job interviews, public speaking and negotiations with your colleagues and superiors! Our flexible teaching method gives you optimal convenience and provides you with an English course adapted especially to help you reach personal language goals.

      Need to learn English for your job?

      • You are a beginner? You should start with the General English Course and Method to benefit from all the advantages of the three-step WSI Method, which combines online study, student manuals and teacher encounters.
        • You already have an intermediate or advanced level? Discover our custom-made business English classes! Fully adaptable to your schedule, level and area of expertise: marketing, sales, finance, human resources, accounting, secretarial … learn more about our Business English courses.

          • Need to prepare for a job interview in English?

          We can design a private course for you to build your business vocabulary, strengthen your language skills while boosting your confidence for interviews, negotiations and public speaking. Contact us directly for complete information about our private courses.

          You are manager or a company leader and want to boost your competence?

          We offer private coaching especially designed for top managers and executives. These tailor-made, highly flexible courses can consist of face-to-face lessons in school or in office, phone & video lessons or a combination of the all possibilities. See more about our Executive English Coaching.

            Do not hesitate to contact us directly to meet with one of our language advisors to discuss all the different options available to you.