Introduction
Chinese is the “it” language of the twenty-first century. With China poised to surpass the United States as the world’s number one economy in just a few short decades, and more and more international businesses requiring Mandarin proficiency of its executives alongside English, more and more American students are rushing to learn Chinese abroad. Chinese is the single most common spoken language, with one-fifth of the world’s population speaking it. Learning Chinese Mandarin isn’t just beneficial for doing business in China – Mandarin is also spoken in countries like Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore. It is the second-biggest economy in the world and one of the most important trading partners for companies globally, particularly in Asia and the US. As a result, many MBAs are flocking to China, either to complete their studies or for jobs post-graduation.
Therefore, it’s no surprise that learning Mandarin can be a great weapon to have in your arsenal when applying for jobs.