English Language Needs Assessment for Economics Students: An ESP Analysis

This research aims to identify and analyze the English language learning needs of non-English major students, specifically those studying economics. Utilizing a questionnaire distributed among students, the findings reveal that a significant majority (80%) perceive their English proficiency as begin...

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Main Authors: Yessicka Noviasmy, Nurul Hasanah Hasanah
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Language:English
Published: Universitas Muhammadiyah Barru 2025-01-01
Series:Journal of English Language Teaching and Literature
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Online Access:https://jurnal.umbarru.ac.id/index.php/jelita/article/view/860
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description This research aims to identify and analyze the English language learning needs of non-English major students, specifically those studying economics. Utilizing a questionnaire distributed among students, the findings reveal that a significant majority (80%) perceive their English proficiency as beginner level, highlighting an urgent need for foundational language skills relevant to their field of study. The results indicate a strong preference for practical learning materials, particularly those related to economics, such as reading economic materials (70.6%), speaking skills with clients (76.5%), and mastering vocabulary related to economics (65.7%). Furthermore, the analysis highlights a gap between the current knowledge and the proficiency required for academic and professional contexts. Students expressed a desire to engage in learning activities that promote interaction and collaboration, emphasizing the importance of developing a curriculum tailored to their specific needs. This study underscores the necessity of implementing a needs-based curriculum that incorporates active learning strategies, thereby enhancing students' English language skills and preparing them for future workplace challenges in the field of economics.
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spelling doaj-art-d1e7a8f99daa4dcda67d31e24aa9e0fb2025-08-20T03:49:26ZengUniversitas Muhammadiyah BarruJournal of English Language Teaching and Literature2721-10962721-19162025-01-016114015510.56185/jelita.v6i1.860860English Language Needs Assessment for Economics Students: An ESP AnalysisYessicka Noviasmy0Nurul Hasanah Hasanah1Institut Agama Islam Negeri Parepare, IndonesiaInstitut Agama Islam Negeri Parepare, IndonesiaThis research aims to identify and analyze the English language learning needs of non-English major students, specifically those studying economics. Utilizing a questionnaire distributed among students, the findings reveal that a significant majority (80%) perceive their English proficiency as beginner level, highlighting an urgent need for foundational language skills relevant to their field of study. The results indicate a strong preference for practical learning materials, particularly those related to economics, such as reading economic materials (70.6%), speaking skills with clients (76.5%), and mastering vocabulary related to economics (65.7%). Furthermore, the analysis highlights a gap between the current knowledge and the proficiency required for academic and professional contexts. Students expressed a desire to engage in learning activities that promote interaction and collaboration, emphasizing the importance of developing a curriculum tailored to their specific needs. This study underscores the necessity of implementing a needs-based curriculum that incorporates active learning strategies, thereby enhancing students' English language skills and preparing them for future workplace challenges in the field of economics.https://jurnal.umbarru.ac.id/index.php/jelita/article/view/860economic studentsecenglish for specific purposelanguage needs
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