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GCSE languages decline disappointing, says Chamber

West Midlands business leaders welcome the news that nearly seven out of ten entries in this year's GCSE results (over 69%) have been awarded a C grade or above. 

The increase in the numbers of students taking up science is particularly good for the high number of manufacturing and engineering companies in the city, says Birmingham Chamber Group's policy adviser Kiran Virk.  

"But we are a global economy and it is disappointing that there has been a decline in the study of modern languages.

"The East is fast becoming the world's new economic centre, and employers will be looking for candidates who possess a working knowledge of other languages and cultures. 

"Students have the opportunity of the remaining summer vacation to develop their employability through internships, volunteering or part-time employment. 

"Businesses will also want to employ individuals who have strong skills in communication, team working and problem solving."

 

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Article published by Midlands Business News on 25 August, 2010

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