How Studying Abroad Helps You Find a Well-Paid Job A recent survey reports on how studying abroad can help students develop better skills for the 21st century. A report by IIE claims that students who participate in study abroad programs develop more essential 21st century work-related skills. The study examines the relationship between studying abroad, work-related skills, career development, and long-term career prospects for students. The survey examines the specific aspects of typical study abroad programs, and what these contribute to the career success of students. The aim of the study is to inform educators and aid in developing educational programs that better prepare students to enter the global workforce in the 21st century. The study compiled a list of 15 hard and soft skills identified as being the most sought-after by employers and examined these in relation to the study abroad experience. The study uses the responses from approximately 4,500 university student