Employers Value World Languages and Cultures Majors
A major in World Languages and Cultures provides students with the ability to function more effectively in the multicultural world we live in. Students will have the opportunity to acquire the skills to use a second language and develop a global perspective to better perform and communicate in diverse multicultural contexts. The studies of World Languages and Cultures can also strengthen your analytical and interpretive skills. Global competence relates to your personal awareness and respect for other perspectives and norms. It is developed by exposure to multicultural environments and increased international awareness and understanding. The recruitment of majors with global talent has increased in all disciplines. Many companies are seeking people to better manage and market their services and products to a multicultural audience in the US and abroad.
The most common job title for language majors is teacher.
The top companies for language graduates are Amazon and Wells Fargo.
Nationally, 64% of languages and cultures majors are female.
The most relevant skills for language majors include editing, teaching, and proofreading.
1.7% of languages majors work in arts & entertainment.
The average salary of GSU languages majors is $86k, higher than the national average for all language majors.
66.7% of GSU languages majors live in Georgia.
GSU languages majors with skills in instructional design and higher education have higher salary outcomes.
19% of GSU languages majors have a doctorate degree.
GSU languages majors with skills in instructional design and higher education have higher salary outcomes.
Major Stories
WORLD LANGUAGES AND CULTURES FACULTY HELP STUDENTS WRITE THEIR SUCCESS STORIES.
World Languages and Cultures professors discuss what it means to be a World Languages and Cultures major at Georgia State University.
Tyler Mulvenna, a GSU Alumnus with a BA in French and a Minor in Marketing and the Associate Offering Manager/IBM Data and AI, discusses the personal and professional benefits of learning a language and developing cultural competence skills.
The Atlanta Global Studies Center and the Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research (CULTR) were excited to host this discussion with representatives from the Carter Center and Peace Corps on February 12, 2021. This event from the Spring 2021 Global Careers Series at Georgia State University provided an opportunity for attendees to learn about global organizations, ask questions, and have informal discussions with organization representatives about career and internship opportunities.
The Atlanta Global Studies Center and the Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research (CULTR) were excited to host this discussion with representatives from the U.S. Department of State and U.S. AID on February 18, 2021 as part of the Spring 2021 Global Careers Series at Georgia State University.
The Atlanta Global Studies Center and the Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research (CULTR) were excited to host this discussion with SeSo, Inc. on March 12, 2021 as part of the Spring 2021 Global Careers Series at Georgia State University.
The Atlanta Global Studies Center and the Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research (CULTR) were excited to host this discussion with CARE International on March 4, 2021 as part of the Spring 2021 Global Careers Series at Georgia State University.
The Atlanta Global Studies Center and the Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research (CULTR) were excited to host this discussion with Pickering Fellowship and Range Program on March 25, 2021 as part of the Spring 2021 Global Careers Series at Georgia State University.
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World Languages and Cultures professors discuss what it means to be a World Languages and Cultures major at Georgia State University.
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Tyler Mulvenna, a GSU Alumnus with a BA in French and a Minor in Marketing and the Associate Offering Manager/IBM Data and AI, discusses the personal and professional benefits of learning a language and developing cultural competence skills.
- Carter Center
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The Atlanta Global Studies Center and the Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research (CULTR) were excited to host this discussion with representatives from the Carter Center and Peace Corps on February 12, 2021. This event from the Spring 2021 Global Careers Series at Georgia State University provided an opportunity for attendees to learn about global organizations, ask questions, and have informal discussions with organization representatives about career and internship opportunities.
- U.S. Dept. of State
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The Atlanta Global Studies Center and the Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research (CULTR) were excited to host this discussion with representatives from the U.S. Department of State and U.S. AID on February 18, 2021 as part of the Spring 2021 Global Careers Series at Georgia State University.
- SeSo
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The Atlanta Global Studies Center and the Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research (CULTR) were excited to host this discussion with SeSo, Inc. on March 12, 2021 as part of the Spring 2021 Global Careers Series at Georgia State University.
- CARE Int'l.
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The Atlanta Global Studies Center and the Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research (CULTR) were excited to host this discussion with CARE International on March 4, 2021 as part of the Spring 2021 Global Careers Series at Georgia State University.
- Pickering Fellowship
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The Atlanta Global Studies Center and the Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research (CULTR) were excited to host this discussion with Pickering Fellowship and Range Program on March 25, 2021 as part of the Spring 2021 Global Careers Series at Georgia State University.
Your Degree at Work
HERE ARE THE TOP FIVE EMPLOYMENT FIELDS OF GSU STUDENTS WITH A WORLD LANGUAGES AND CULTURES DEGREE.
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TOP EMPLOYERS OF GSU WORLD LANGUAGES AND CULTURES GRADS AND AVERAGE SALARY
WHAT DOES A CAREER PATH LOOK LIKE FOR A WORLD LANGUAGES AND CULTURES MAJOR?
Career paths are often full of twists and turns. They are rarely straight lines. Watch the following video tutorial to learn how to explore the career paths of GSU alumni who after graduating with a degree in this major pursued their interests and passions rather than a specific job title:
LIBRARIAN
86%
About 86% of 22,649 librarians majored in fields other than Library Science. The chart above shows what they studied.
1,087
1,087 librarians majored in Languages (includes World Languages and Cultures).
PUBLICIST
63%
63% of 3,348 publicists majored in fields other than Communication. The chart above shows what they studied.
142
142 publicists majored in Languages (includes World Languages and Cultures).
EDITOR
76%
More than 76% of 50,855 editors majored in fields other than Languages and Literature. The chart above shows what they studied.
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3,723 editors majored in Languages (includes World Languages and Cultures).
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DEI Project Coordinator - the Adecco Group
"Hello! I am Asher Jones and I was born in Atlanta, GA, and raised in Roswell I graduated from Roswell High School in 2013 and went on to Georgia State University to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in International Studies and a minor in Spanish. Since graduating from GSU, I have used my degree in various ways that have been influential and at the same time unexpected...
Initially, upon graduating from Georgia State in 2017, I was anticipating joining the U.S. Foreign Service and was considering diplomatic location offers in Caracas, Venezuela as well as other Latin American countries. However, due to the significant political turmoil that befell Venezuela around that time, as well as situations that occurred in my personal life, I decided it would be best for me to focus on starting my career closer to home. From there I went on to accept the position of Programs and Operations Director for 21st Century Leaders, a youth-serving nonprofit based in Decatur, GA that focuses on developing high school students from underprivileged areas across the state and instructing them in leadership skills and identifying career opportunities. I remained at 21st Century Leaders until the summer of 2022 and I was able to learn so much and develop meaningful relationships that in many cases developed as a result of the connections I was able to form while at Georgia State. I have always been passionate about people and helping others, and that passion was refined at GSU. The experiences I had meeting with people without homes at Hurt Park every Friday as well as the two May-semesters I spent in Mexico City have shaped and informed every area of my life. I recently accepted the role of DEI Project Coordinator for the Adecco Group and have been afforded the opportunity to be a worldwide leader, which I believe is a testament to the values instilled in GSU students. The Interdisciplinary and Spanish departments at GSU provided me an opportunity to think beyond what i thought I was capable and develop a skillset that can hopefully impact change!"
Grants Program Administrator - State Road & Tollway Authority
"I graduated from Georgia State University with a bachelor’s degree in International Economics and Modern Languages (French) in 2016 and a Master of Public Policy degree in 2018. I was a recipient of the Governor Joe Frank Harris award, which supports students making an impact in education policy. In addition, I achieved Research Honors distinction as an undergraduate. I was also a founding member of the Honors College Ambassadors...
I continue to serve as an ambassador for the University as a member of the Young Alumni Council and the professional co-ed fraternity, Delta Sigma Pi. I traveled to France for the first time through a study abroad exchange program in 2015, and I’ve been traveling the world ever since. Professionally, I’ve worked for a variety of companies, but I ended up falling in love with serving the State of Georgia. I currently manage grant funds for state and local transit agencies at the Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority. In previous roles, I provided funding recommendations for education agencies as an Analyst with Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget and coordinated the Youth Empowerment Series through the Commissioner’s Office of the Department of Human Services."
B.A. in Spanish, Master of International Business
Director of Global Sourcing - Terrasoul Superfoods
"The GSU Master of International Business degree through Robinson helped prepare me for a global sourcing and supply chain career by providing a business foundation and key skills to tackle business in an international environment, such as project management, negotiation, and trade.The students in the program were from all over the world, at all different career levels, and came from various business focuses such as marketing, finance, sales, etc...
Additionally, there were great career resources offered through the career center and wonderful networking opportunities that helped me land my first job. Being around such great and inspiring talent in my classmates and professors helped feed my drive to also achieve profession success early on."
B.A. in Spanish, Master of International Business
Director of Business Intelligence – Bridge Commercial Real Estate
"As Director of Business Intelligence, I am responsible for creating efficiencies within my organization using data analytics, process improvement strategies, report automation, and implementing new technologies. My education at Georgia State University was invaluable. More than anything, I learned not to take information at face value. I learned to think critically, and challenge the status quo...
The cultural aspect of my education helped me to sharpen emotional intelligence skills, understanding that people have different perspectives and motivations based on personalities and upbringings. Coupling these skills together in a business environment allowed me to excel in an ever-changing economy and highly competitive industry."
Product Manager - Word Press Engine
"Being a French major with an international business concentration and a marketing minor at Georgia State set me up for success in the cross-functional business world. Balancing my language, marketing & sales courses while having 7 internships during my undergrad, ultimately becoming a first-generation graduate was often hard. I believe that being impacted by retention grants, iCare Alerts & additional nationally precedent setting programs made my journey as smooth as possible...
The relationships I created and have since maintained with the faculty, staff & overall administration of the university gave me an opportunity to balance many priorities and refine what is my workplace superpower: maintaining relationships/soft skills. I believe my undergraduate experiences helped forge my superpower in complex business environments which will continue to become more important, especially as more companies are beginning to emphasize soft skills above hard skills for developing leaders of global organizations."
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