The Philippines has ranked above the global average in English proficiency, according to the Pearson Global English Proficiency Report 2024, with an average score of 63 compared to the worldwide average of 57.
Filipino employees scored higher in speaking and writing, with the tech sector achieving the highest speaking score of 66, followed by e-commerce and finance.
The report notes a slight decline in English scores in the IT-BPM sector, attributed to various factors like education system changes and recruitment strategies, but overall proficiency remains strong.
The report also highlights that Western Visayas has the highest speaking scores in the country, driven by the growing IT-BPM sector.
As the global business landscape becomes more interconnected, English proficiency is becoming a crucial strategic asset for competitive workforce development.
Source: PhilNews24 | January 16, 2025
