Knowing French opens doors in the international job market. According to the French consulate page, ?An ability to speak French and English is an advantage on the international job market. A knowledge of French opens the doors of French companies in France and other French-speaking parts of the world (Canada, Switzerland, Belgium, and North and sub-Saharan Africa). As the world?s fifth biggest economy and number-three destination for foreign investment, France is a key economic partner.??