Second Language Proficiency, Learning Strategies, and Employability Skills in Undergraduate Student

Abstract

The present study hopes to investigate a comprehension of the relationship between second language proficiency, language strategies and the employability skills of undergraduate students. Though limited in the number, the studies conducted with respect to the topic under discussion in the current study show that there is a strong relationship between second language proficiency, language learning strategies and employability skills of undergraduate learners. Raising students awareness regarding their proficiency and strategies might make them not only more prepared for learning but also more analytic about their learning proficiency and the strategies they make use of it. Employability skills are those personal and daily living habits that have been identify employers and young entry level workers as essential for obtaining employment and for success in the work place. Language fluency plays a vital role in deciding the learning strategies as well in the job market. The current study focus on employability skills undergraduate students as it is high time to study their skills and enhance their skills as education is development of all round personality.