Journal of new advances in English Language Teaching and Applied Linguistics

Journal of new advances in English Language Teaching and Applied Linguistics

English for Specific Purposes (ESP) for Business Communication: A Review of Pedagogical Approaches, Material Development, and Challenges

Document Type : review paper

Authors
Department of English Language Teaching, AK.C., Islamic Azad University, Aliabad Katoul, Iran
10.22034/jeltal.2025.7.1.11
Abstract
Due to the rapid development of the businesses around the world, people need to find effective ways to communicate with each other. Therefore, in today's globalized economy, effective business communication is essential for success through English for Specific Purposes (ESP). This paper provides a comprehensive review of ESP in business communication. Following the queries on main journals of the field, and those that publish related articles, and strategies for inclusion and exclusion, final 25 articles on this issue were selected from among the most important and relevant findings, and the common themes of these studies were explored and presented in the study. The results of the study revealed three main themes from the studies. These emergent themes were pedagogical approaches, material development, and challenges as specified by a general coding scheme and they will be elaborated in the subsequent parts. Key components of effective ESP programs include the development of materials and pedagogy in real-world business contexts, and the incorporation of technological advancements. The paper also addressed challenges within ESP in business communication, such as adapting to evolving industry demands, developing cultural competence, integrating technology and artificial intelligence, and ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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Volume 7, Issue 1
March 2025
Pages 274-300

  • Receive Date 15 November 2024
  • Revise Date 20 February 2025
  • Accept Date 27 February 2025