The Challenge
After noticing a significant switch in skills needed for continued professional progression, Unilever wanted to upgrade its hiring process to include English proficiency as a key requirement. This would equip its workforce with skills for the future, as second language fluency could encourage participation in international projects and open global career opportunities by closing the communication gap.
Unilever wanted a flexible, adaptable, and customized online language training solution that ensured employees could easily upskill and remain job-ready, as they progress through their careers.
In this case study, we explore how increased English proficiency across the organization has resulted in tangible business results.