French is the most popular choice among students who want to learn a foreign language in India for a plethora of reasons including opening doors to multiple job opportunities.
One of the top three most popular European study abroad destinations for Indian and international students, Paris city in France bags the title of being the best city for students. France has several innovation-driven businesses and research institutions that are ranked among the best in the world, besides, over 3,500 higher education institutions, including many century-old universities such as the École Normale Supérieure, Université Pierre, École Polytechnique, and so on, that grant you admission basis your French language skills. These educational institutions provide an excellent education in a variety of fields, including management, finance, science, art, and technology. And so every year, over 5,000 students from India travel to study in France.
While several Indian students undergo a difficult time finding jobs or internships after they finish their studies, due to the language barrier, a qualification in French, could do wonders to their CV, especially in the 2 years that they stay after completing their studies (French and Indian Government MOU, 2015). It is important to note that speaking fluent French is essential for an international career especially in France, as it is home to a large number of multinational corporations in fields such as tourism and hospitality, export and import, banking and finance, fashion, retailing, automotive, luxury goods, aeronautics, international business, diplomatic service, education, and many more. Students with great French skills also stand to be hired by translating, interpreting, proofreading, and language teaching companies that pay handsomely to language experts.
Knowing French will make your time in Francophone countries much more manageable. It is one of the primary reasons why governments in the respective countries provide incentives for immigrants to learn their native languages. French is one of the requirements of economic immigration to Quebec province or Canada or France. All you have to do is to appear for the TCF or TEF exam.
Learners can also find tons of work opportunities pursuing French jobs, all while staying in India, with multinationals such as Axa, BNP Paribas, Orange, Airbus, Alstom, Alcatel, Louis Vuitton, L’Oréal, Christian Dior, Chanel, Carrefour, Peugeot, Michelin and much more.

Along with Russian, English, Chinese, Arabic, and Spanish, French is one of UNESCO’s six official languages. It is one of the official working languages of many international organisations, including the United Nations, UNESCO, NATO, WHO, UNHCR, UNCTAD, ECOSOC, the Red Cross, the European Union, UNICEF, the International Labour Bureau, and many international courts. It is also an official language of organisations such as the International Olympic Committee (IOC), FIFA, and others. Anyone considering a career in an international organisation should be fluent in French. When considering a career in any international organisation or a job in a foreign embassy, French is essential as it is considered the language of diplomacy.
The Hospitality and Tourism industries remain abuzz with Francophone visitors throughout the year. A French speaker can help a foreign traveller, communicate, and work in countries/companies that speak French. The French are voracious travellers. Every year, India receives a large number of French-speaking tourists, and the number grows year after year. Francophones seek bilinguals who can explain things to them in their native tongue.
France is the world’s most popular tourist destination, with over 89 million visitors in 2017, known also for skiing, wine tourism, and cultural tourism. Not only is French useful in Paris and other parts of France, but it is also useful when travelling to Switzerland, Canada, Africa, Luxembourg, Mauritius, Seychelles, and other Francophone countries. Business tourism is also an important industry in France, with thousands of events held each year.
Knowing another language enables you to push the limits of your world. Several studies show that we have different characteristics when we speak another language. Your personality can change, depending on the tongue you speak. No doubt, learning French will expand your personal universe. You might come across as an entirely different person when speaking in French.
People are migrating abroad in greater numbers. With a French language certification, you could fill a variety of positions in French-speaking countries such as Canada, Belgium, Switzerland, and France, with your resume taking precedence over those who do not have such a competitive qualification.
