Dr Arindam Banerjee, Professor and Assistant Dean of the Global MBA & Master of Global Business program at SP Jain School of Global Management, in Higher Education Review, discusses the significant value that international experience holds for job seekers in today's globalised business environment.
In the article, he discusses how recruiters value candidates who have either studied or worked abroad for the diverse skill sets they bring to the table, like adaptability, resilience, language proficiency, and a global network. International experience enhances the candidates' profiles, making them stand out in job interviews.
He adds, “Although recruiters emphasise other factors such as academic credentials and professional experience, overseas experience enhances individuals' profiles by highlighting their intrinsic set of skills. Students who want to be competitive in today's global employment market must step outside of their geographical comfort zones and seek activities that expose them to other cultures and experiences - a magnet for modern recruiters.”.
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