Languages & Business 2011 raises international profile

More than 200 participants from 23 countries convened in Berlin to discuss the latest developments in the fields of foreign language training and intercultural communication. The figures indicate a significant rise in the event’s international stature.

This internationalisation is reflected in the conference programme. One highlight was the panel discussion "Are languages barriers or bridges to the international labour market?" The panel of experts explained that intercultural competencies are becoming increasingly important; language skills by themselves are no longer sufficient. Not only executives, but also employees on every level should take part in tailor-made language and intercultural training.

Additional topics included intercultural training and management, interactive and innovative language training as well as language learning strategies in companies. Alongside language learning through digital media, such as online language courses, communities of language learners, learning platforms or digital videos, intercultural training through online media is becoming increasingly important. Several sessions were dedicated to this topic; the demo session offered participants the opportunity to try out and discover online tools.

In 2012 Languages & Business will take place in October in Berlin. More information will soon be provided here.