Stop Language Barrier- An ESL Online and Offsite e- learning

Sample Business Plan

1. “Stop Language Barrier!” Program

2. Low Business English: A Barrier for Global Success The Business English Index 2012 Report Analyzing the Trends of Global Readiness for Effective 21st-Century Communication

3. Low-level Business English in Japan "Struggling economic powers [including Japan] and fast-growth emerging markets scored below a 4.0 on Business English proficiency, placing them at a disadvantage when competing in a global marketplace .”

4. Philippines: Basic Facts Country Name Republic of the Philippines Land Area 300,000 square kilometers 　 Population 9,820 million people (2013, Source: National Statistical Coordination Board (NSCB)) Capital Metro Manila (NCR), Population :1,254 million people (2013, Source: NSCB) Languages Filipino, English, Sebuano , etc. Religion Catholic ( 82.9 ％ ), Islam (5.1 ％ ), etc. Official Languages Filipino, English GDP per capita ($) 2,790

5. "Stop Language Barrier!" Program 1. English Program for Managerial Positions → English course for managers 2 . English Program for International Sales and Employees → Practical English course English Learning Courses

6. English Program for Managerial Positions (Overview)

7. English Program: Overall Schedule 2015 2016 June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Field Study Grp 1 　 　 Field Study Grp 2 　 　 E-Learning Program Content 1. Field Study (Cebu): 8 days (2 groups, 5 students per group) 2. Training in Japan ( 1) → Lecture on global human resource development ( including field study orientation): 1 day 3. Training in Japan ( 2) → E-learning courses (English lessons through Skype by a foreign instructor (chosen during field study)): 6 months Subsidized : coordination costs, Cebu training costs, e-learning costs Non-subsidized: airfare, hotel, meals, local transportation *Needed equipment for e-learning (computer, internet connection, Skpe , etc.) should be prepared by the students (or his/her company) June21 ～ 28 July19 ～ 26 Sept ～ Feb （６ months) 25 23

8. Arrival in Cebu (Philippine Airlines direct flight from Narita) Hotel check-in (5-star Marriott Hotel, one-minute walk from Ayala) Orientation Welcome party Day 1 Field Study (Schedule) Ayala Mall: Restaurants and shops from around the world

9. Lodging ( Marriott Hotel) and Ayala Mall

10. AM: Curriculum Orientation English Assessment Day 2 Whole day: Classes Day 7 (Dinner): Farewell Party PM: Classes AM: Seminar Lecture on Philippine economy, system of education , etc. Day 5 PM: Discussion with Cebu's university students Discussion with outstanding students who have studied the Japanese corporate culture, can speak conversational Japanese and are interested in Japanese companies. Day 3 & 4 Day 6 & 7 Departure for Japan Day 8 Field Study (Schedule)

11. Curriculum Overview Through weekly assessment tests and evaluation , pertinent and timely materials will be used 1:1 classes (50 minutes every day from Mon. to Fri.) and group meetings (once in two months) E-learning Curriculum (6 months) About the class and teachers Characteristics of Filipino Teachers Have excellent teaching skills and a good sense of humor; are responsible and versatile Screening of teachers ensures high-quality education

12. E-Learning Sharing and simultaneous viewing of educational materials through Skype E-learning courses ( English lessons through Skype by foreign instructors)

13. English Program for International Sales and Employees (Overview)

14. English program for employees will focus on TOEIC qualification and score improvement (ideal: set a high score as a goal and if the student reaches this goal, a monetary bonus will be granted by his/her company ) Taking into account the TOEIC exam schedule, we are planning to offer an intensive 6-month course. ( The goal is to have students take the TOEIC exam and if they succeed in acquiring a certain score, a bonus will be awarded.) The curriculum will focus on learning English and the TOEIC exam English for International Sales and Employees TOEIC Score Improvement Program (from 600 to 800 points)

15. E-learning Curriculum (6 months) Curriculum Contents Offer a pertinent program suited to the student's level and field of interest Sufficiently empower the students with the 4 Macro Skills (Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing) in Communication, and provide a system which focuses on his/her weak areas Through discussions of local (Japanese) and foreign issues or topics, students can choose their field of interest, enabling them to learn practical English