Fluency
in a second language, such as Spanish, can make the difference in hiring
and promotion. It can mean a significant increase in salary.
The need for Spanish-speaking
interpreters is great.
Spanish is the most popular second
language studied in North American secondary schools. Spanish teachers are
in high demand. ASU students with a BSE major in Spanish are hired
months before they graduate.
Mexico
is the 3rd largest trading partner of the United States, meaning
US companies need bilingual employees.
Hispanics make up 12.5% of the total
population in the United States, making them the largest minority group.
The Hispanic population in the U.S. is
continually growing.
Spanish is a worldwide language, widely
used in over 30 countries and territories including the United States. Spanish is the 4th most spoken first
language in the world.
Knowing Spanish will enhance your travel
abroad experiences. You will be able to talk to the locals in many exciting
tourist destinations.
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