(MC) Speaking English With Confidence at the Workplace

30 Oct, 2025, CONCORDE HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR

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Mr Viknesh Ashley has more than 10 years of
experience working in roles related to writing and
journalism, including StarProperty.my under Star
Media Group Bhd, The Malaysian Reserve and Malay
Mail, Malaysian property websites and magazines
as well as with local property developers such as
Sunway Property Group and SkyWorld Development
Group Bhd.


Mr Ashley has expertly undertaken corporate
training in the areas of interpersonal & business
communication, time & stress management,
presentation skills, customer service and business
writing skills. Organisations that he has trained and
co-trained include RHB Malaysia, Multinail Asia Sdn
Bhd, Hong Leong Yamaha Motor Sdn Bhd, Deloitte
Malaysia, Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd. etc.


Mr Ashley is PSMB Train the Trainer certified and
holds a B.A. (Hons) in Communication & Media
Management

Venue Details

CONCORDE HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR
2 Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia,
Phone : 03 2144 2200

https://kualalumpur.concorde hotelsresorts.com/

Contact us

Juliany,
03 2283 6109
juliany@ipa.com.my

Phoebe,
03 2283 6100
phoebe@ipa.com.my 

FOR CUSTOMISED IN-HOUSE TRAINING
Jane,
03 2283 6101
Jane@ipa.com.my

ADDRESS 
A-28-5, 28th Floor, Menara UOA Bangsar, 
No.5, Jalan Bangsar Utama 1, 
59000 Kuala Lumpur
www.ipa.com.my

FOCUSING ON
  • Module 1: Understanding the Basics of English Grammar
  • Module 2: Applying Standard English at the Workplace
  • Module 3: Using Situational English at the Workplace
  • Module 4: English in Customer Service Situations
INTRODUCTION

This program provides participants with opportunities to improve their English language skills to a level that they are confident to speak English with ease.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO)
  1. Identify the rules of grammar in spoken and written English.
  2. Use English effectively in various workplace situations.
  3. React and able to speak confidently when dealing with internal and external customers.
  4. Write simple, polite and effective e-mail with ease and confidence.
  5. Classify and able to use appropriate tone in spoken communication.
  6. Able to avoid non-standard English in professional workplace situations.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
  • Secretaries
  • Executives
  • Managers
  • Admin Staffs
  • Clerical Personnel
METHODOLOGY

This course will utilize a combination of lectures, discussions, practice sessions and group discussions

COURSE CONTENT
9:00

Module 1: Understanding the Basics of English Grammar

  • The basics of subject and verb agreement
  • Forming regular and irregular verbs
  • Correct usage of present, past and future tenses
  • Rules for forming plural nouns
  • Grasping prepositions of time and place
10.45

Module 2: Applying Standard English at the Workplace

  • Applying polite language (use of modals –may, could, would)
  • Using correct grammatical construction using modals
  • Awareness of standard English when interacting professionally
  • Non-standard English that should be avoided at the workplace
1.00 Lunch
2:00

Module 3: Using Situational English at the Workplace

  • Giving accurate directions and clear instructions
  • Asking for explanations to ensure clarity of message
  • Expressing opinions and ideas with confidence
  • Presenting information with ease during meetings and discussions
3.45

Module 4: English in Customer Service Situations

  • Building confidence to speak in English with customers
  • Meeting and greeting your customers
  • Asking for relevant information and giving requested information to customers
  • Apologizing and offering explanations to customers
  • Conversing politely on the telephone
5.00

End of Course