700 Reasons: Reason #11

Reason: 11
Language skills are viewed as an asset for initial job applicants. Questions about language skills are common at interview and may even be used as a tie breaker in a final shortlist
Reference:
Connell, T. (2002) Languages and Employability: A Question of Careers (www.cilt.org.uk/careers/pdf/reports/employability.pdf)
Related Keywords:
Employability

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