15th January 2025

The EF Corporate Learning Maturity Report | 2025 Edition

The Impact of Corporate Language Training on Business Profitability | Report


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What characteristics define highly developed language training programs? How do such programs contribute directly to business growth and profitability?

Driving growth and increasing profitability are key targets for multinational businesses. While commercial activity such as sales is the central focus for achieving these goals, the crucial role of Learning & Development programs – especially language training – can be overlooked.

How can organizations measure the business outcomes of language training programs, especially in hard monetary terms?

For this groundbreaking new report, we surveyed 1,300 training decision-makers from the world's largest organizations. We then developed a maturity model to evaluate the current capabilities of organizations in the area of language training and map this ‘maturity level’ against business metrics, such as revenue and growth. The correlations that this report uncovered are staggering.

What you will discover in this report:


What it takes to develop a ‘highly mature’ language program.


How business growth directly correlates with a strong learning culture and advanced training programs.


The vital importance of embedding language programs in company culture to ensure engagement and success.


Recommendations for HR and L&D leaders to maximize ROI of their training programs.


The risks of underdeveloped training programs.

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What your L&D Programs are Missing to Drive Lasting Business Growth
The impact of language training on business profitability.