Careers Using Languages (Kogan Page Careers in)

Careers Using Languages (Kogan Page Careers in)

by EddaOstarhild (Author)

Synopsis

In today's world, multilingual communication and technology are vital for international business as more and more organizations regard Europe and beyond as their home ground. Anyone with language skills can play a vital role, as these skills are increasingly important, indeed essential, in many workplaces. Not only can languages help to secure some of the most interesting and well-paid job opportunities, they can also be your passport to working and travelling abroad. Illustrated by real life case studies, "Careers Using Languages" covers a range of opportunities from interpreting to international marketing, and the media to teaching and the civil service. With extensive information on the jobs available in a wide range of European and other languages, this guide takes you through the qualifications available and where to study for them. Top tips for getting in and on, and salary guides makes this book useful reading for anyone considering a career using languages. It caters equally for job seekers whose mother tongue is not English.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 127
Edition: 9th Revised edition
Publisher: Kogan Page Ltd
Published: 26 Apr 2002

ISBN 10: 0749437316
ISBN 13: 9780749437312

Author Bio
Edda Ostarhild is a qualified journalist and also holds a postgraduate qualification in International History, Applied Linguistics and Education from the University of London. She acts as a langauge adviser, External and Chief External Examiner and sits on a number of language boards including the Royal Anniversary Trust, The Council for Education for World Citizenship, The International baccalaureate, CACDP (British Sign Language) and others. Edda is currently involved with work at the Institute of Linguistics, she is a member of the examinations board, Vice Chairman of the Applications Committee, one of two named UK participants in the EU Funded Grotius Project concerned with public service interpreting. Edda has her own website which can be found at www.ostarhild.com