Task
Some people say that it is better to work for a large company than a small one.
Do you agree or disagree?
Examiner’s Answer
This model has been prepared by an examiner as an example of a very good answer.
Job seekers often question whether it is better to work for a large or a small company. I would personally prefer to work for a larger company, but I’d like to consider the advantages and disadvantages of both.
In general, larger companies can support their employees more effectively because they have access to more resources.These could include higher salaries, end-of-year bonuses, and other perks such as an excellent food service and even sports facilities. Large companies may also contribute more to your professional development, offering regular conferences and training courses.
The size of a large company is also an indication of their success, meaning that it can offer greater stability.There is also a better chance for promotion and career development in companies with many departments and a larger management structure. Of course, advancement may not come easily because it is hard to stand out when many employees are wying for the same role.
In small companies, you may feel less like a number and that your efforts actually make a difference.You will also need to wear different hats, which helps you develop a skill set that might not be possible in a larger company.The downside is a higher chance of strained relationships because working in close proximity with the same small group of people every day can be challenging. Small companies can also be unstable. If they lose a large account or consumer tastes change, your position could suddenly become precarious.
Based on the above, I’d say that the kind of company you work for depends on personal preference, but your further career propsects may be better in a large company.
Examiner’s Comment
This response covers both aspects of the task, including the pros and cons of each type of workplace, with some useful detail and good supporting ideas. Ideas are logically organised and cohesion is very well managed throughout.
There are a range of linkers [Of course | Based on the above] and other cohesive devices [both | your | their | which], which means it is easy to read. Paragraphing is generally good, with the introduction and conclusion sitting separately. However, the second and third paragraphs would be better combined, as they both address ‘large’ companies.
Vocabulary is strong and there are some natural and sophisticated examples [vying for | wear different hats | strained relationships]. Grammar is flexible and accurate, with a range of structures including modals [can | may | could] and conditionals [if] as part of complex, multi-clause sentences. Errors are rare.
This is a good example of a high-level response.
