1. Languages and careers

2. Interlingua Language Solutions Established in 2010, based in Lisburn, N.I Schools, businesses, FE colleges, community A reputation of high quality and innovative language services Complement schools’ language offerings

3. Current situation Decline in uptake for languages at GCSE and A-Level Languages are not useful Languages are only for linguists Low level of language skills

4. What employers look for? 70% value foreign language skills 38% helpful in building relations with overseas suppliers and customers 65% are not satisfied with young people’s language skills 15% looking for graduate with Arabic skills An increasing need for speakers of Mandarin and Russian

5. Certificate in Languages for Business Practical application of languages in the workplace Ofqual accredited Level 2 (QCF) Rigorous qualification mapped against CEFR French, Spanish and German Awarded by IoL Educational Trust

6. Why a new qualification? Fill a gap in the market Combats the decline in uptake of languages at GCSE and A-Level Meets the business needs of employers An ideal enrichment course for 6th form students

7. Content Authentic work-related scenarios and tasks with 6 topic areas: Companies and organisations Business communication & correspondence International travel Sales and marketing Customer service Rules and regulations

8. Structure of the qualification Speaking and listening in a Business Context Reading and Writing in a Business Context

9. Summary Languages should be promoted as a skill Languages and STEM subjects More connections with employers and businesses CLB and other language enrichment courses

10. Thank you