Improve Your Language Skills
Whether you are looking for a job or just considering a career move, then making your CV stand out amongst the crowd is a priority in this wildly competitive market. Whilst your work experience and your core skills are important, if you improve your language skills – such as speaking another language – can make the difference between you and other candidates, between securing that interview or being put on the reject pile.
“A poll of 500 employers found that languages came second only to IT in a list of desirable skills for job candidates. One in four (43%) recruiters say speaking a second language gives a candidate the x-factor when applying for a job.” Personnel Today
The research also showed that the mean salary of language graduates three years after finishing university is ahead of that of graduates of engineering, maths, physics and astronomy, and chemistry.
This will be surprising news to some, and the good news is – you do not need to be fluent: The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) found that 74% of employers recruit applicants with conversational ability rather than those who are word perfect. They believe this can “help break the ice, deepen cultural understanding, and open business access to new markets.” The Guardian
Nearly Half of Businesses Covet Multilingual Staff
With only 38% of Britons speaking a foreign language, having language skills can put you ahead of much of your competition. According to a recent survey by the CBI, 41% of UK businesses say knowledge of another language is beneficial and prefer staff with additional language skills.
Employers are often looking for staff with conversational ability, which is sufficient to complete basic tasks. For example, having an intermediate level in German will enable you to set up a meeting with German partners, or summarise an email in English from German for your manager. Being able to communicate with colleagues in offices across the world in a second or third language adds value and leverage to your position. Offering language skills also implies strong cultural awareness and enhanced communication techniques, skills which are currently coveted by a wide range of employers.
What are Your Options to Improve Your Language Skills?
Whether you want to improve on your French but can only study at the weekend, or want to take Mandarin classes after work, Cactus Language Training offers many options online, in the UK and worldwide. Choose the course format that best fits your schedule and needs:
Are you looking to develop your language skills or of your team members? Are you looking to determine the number of hours needed to reach proficiency? Cactus Guide to International Success – Levels and Progress Made Simple gives you the information you need to ensure your language training objectives are met. Download our free Guide to International Success.
Cactus Language Training Services
If you are interested in discussing your global language training strategy with the UK leading provider in language training, then get in touch to learn more about your language learning options. From face-to-face, online, blended learning and in company tuition Cactus Language Training will help you find the delivery and schedule that meets your needs. Cactus offer any language wherever you are and whenever you choose. Download our Free Corporate Brochure.
For information on any of our language training services, please call us on +44 (0) 1273 830 960 or contact us. Our multilingual team will be happy to answer any question you may have.
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Whether you are an individual looking to improve your language skills for career or personal reasons, or a company looking to improve your teams international communication skills, we have the right solution for you.
