How has interdisciplinary education helped me in building my career?

I am Shobhna. When I was pursuing my BA (Hons) in Journalism & Mass Comm, my senior advised me to earn a minor degree in Foreign Language. Initially, I was reluctant as it would have added six other subjects to the syllabus and increased my labour. But on hearing the benefits of pursuing a minor degree, like increased chances of getting hired, higher salary, increased chances of career advancement and promotions, I decided to go for it. I learnt French during my graduation years.  

After the completion of my course, I started working with a reputed news channel. Due to my minor degree in French, I got a promotion and was posted to Luxembourg, where French is one of the official languages.  Because I could speak French, I easily got acclimatized to the culture and environment of the new place. French helped me in interacting with people and covering the stories that were not being represented by the mass media.  My degree in Journalism with minors in Foreign Language, helped me to unlock the opportunities that might not have been available if I had to depend on a translator. 

Today I am a renowned journalist, who has won several national and international awards. A huge credit of my success goes to my senior, who advised me to go for interdisciplinary education.