Introduction to English major
English major aims to cultivate advanced English talents with solid knowledge of English language, strong English application ability and extensive basic knowledge of humanities, science and technology, economy and trade, who can engage in translation, teaching, business, management, international cultural and scientific and technological exchanges after graduation. English majors mainly study the basic theories and knowledge of English language, literature, history, politics, economy, diplomacy, social culture and other aspects in English-speaking countries such as Britain and the United States. They have received good English listening, speaking, reading, writing and translation training, mastered certain scientific research methods, and have the professional level and good quality and ability in translation, research, teaching and management.
2. English major employment direction
Graduates of this major are suitable for secretarial, translation, professional or administrative work in foreign trade ministries, trading companies, foreign-related institutions, foreign-invested enterprises, multinational companies, financial and international trade units, as well as foreign-related departments of governments at all levels, various export-oriented enterprises or companies, banks, insurance, customs, border defense, universities and scientific research departments.
Engaged in industry:
After graduation, I mainly engaged in education, trade, Internet and other industries, as follows:
1 education/training/institutions
2 Trade/Import and Export
3 Internet/e-commerce
4 new energy
Electronic technology/semiconductors/integrated circuits
6 Professional services (consulting, human resources, accounting)
7 machinery/equipment/heavy industry
8 Other industries
Engaged in the post:
After graduation, I mainly engaged in foreign trade, English, translation and other work, as follows:
1 foreign trade salesman
2 foreign trade commissioners
3 English teacher
4 foreign trade merchandiser
5 English translation
6 Assistant to the General Manager
7 foreign trade manager
8 foreign trade assistants
Work city:
After graduation, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Beijing and other cities have more employment opportunities, as follows:
1 Shanghai
2 Shenzhen
3 Beijing
4 Guangzhou
5 Dongguan
6 Hangzhou
7 Xiamen
8 Suzhou
3. What are the employment prospects of English majors?
English majors belong to foreign languages and literature in literature, including 55 foreign languages and literature majors. English majors rank 1 in foreign languages and literature, and 1 in the whole literature.
Among foreign language and literature majors, English, translation, Japanese, business English, Korean, Russian, German, French and Spanish have good employment prospects. English is the international common language, and many countries and regions designate English as the official communication language. English has become an important communication tool in international conferences, forums and academic seminars, in international business negotiations and international business contracts, and in the work of foreign-funded enterprises or joint ventures.
According to the statistics of the Ministry of Labor and Personnel, the employment rate of English major graduates has been in the top 10 in all majors. Even though the employment of college students is generally depressed in recent years, the employment rate of English majors in most colleges and universities remains above 90%, and the employment prospects are optimistic. With the further acceleration of China's economic development, the connection between China and the world will be strengthened, and English majors will continue to maintain good employment prospects for a long time.