Better English, better future

Professionals should view language as 'investment in their prospects'

A new study claims that young Chinese professionals with higher levels of English proficiency can expect better chances of career development.

The study, jointly conducted by Switzerland-based English training organization EF Education First and leading Chinese human resources service provider, 51Job.com, found that half of the 300 respondents, from all walks of life, thought a solid grasp of English meant a higher chance of promotion. That rises to 55 percent for those with an English degree.