Turning Language Skills into Professional Power
You’re diving deep into languages at USC—expanding your mind and connecting with the world. But what’s next? Discover how your fluency in another language and cross-cultural understanding can launch a successful and fulfilling career.
Your skills are not just valuable; they are in high demand. Let the USC Center for Languages and Cultures (CLC) be your guide to unlocking your professional potential.
The Global Advantage: Why Your Language Skills Matter
In today’s interconnected economy, employers are actively seeking multilingual talent. Your ability to communicate across cultures is a powerful advantage that sets you apart.
The data speaks for itself:
- 9 out of 10 U.S. employers rely on employees with language skills beyond English.
- 56% of employers anticipate their need for multilingual professionals will increase in the next five years.
- Businesses recognize the cost of miscommunication, with 1 in 4 having lost business due to a lack of language skills among their staff.
Your language expertise is the solution to a real-world business need.
Your Competitive Edge: Higher Pay and More Opportunities
Studying a language at USC doesn’t just enrich your education—it directly enhances your career prospects and earning potential.
- Greater Job Prospects: Bilingual individuals can see up to 35% more job opportunities than their monolingual peers.
- Increased Earnings: On average, professionals with bilingual skills can earn 5% to 20% more per hour.
Your dedication to language is a strategic investment in your future.