18:47 25 November 2025
Report: few CEOs in Poland speak a foreign language
A new EFL report reveals major gaps in foreign-language skills among Polish business owners. While 63% know at least one foreign language, one in three cannot list any language proficiency on their CV. The smallest companies fare worst – only 37% of micro-business owners speak a foreign language, compared with 92% in medium-sized firms. English dominates (43%), followed by German (21%). Sector differences are sharp: production leads with 84% of managers speaking a foreign language, while agriculture ranks last at 29%.
According to EFL Vice President Paweł Bojko, employees in Poland often have stronger language skills than business owners, suggesting that investing in owners’ language development could significantly boost growth and professionalization.
