Teaching English in Cambodia

English profi ciency is becoming a requirement for success in our interconnected world. The ability to communicate in English is particularly important in the hospitality industry. Without basic profi ciency in English, the generally accepted international language, communication between international guests and hospitality workers can lead to frustration and misunderstanding. Only 32% of Cambodian children entering primary education matriculate to secondary schools where English language classes can be taken (Clayton, 2002), which means only a small percentage of the Cambodian population has the opportunity to gain skills for employment in the rapidly growing hospitality industry.