Undergraduate Certificate in Practical Italian
Wayne State's Undergraduate Certificate in Practical Italian allows students to develop essential skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking Italian. This program prepares graduates to navigate daily life in Italian-speaking environments, describe people and objects, express and understand opinions, and interpret key points in various forms of media. With our comprehensive Italian language certificate program, students will enhance their language proficiency and cultural understanding, making it ideal for those aiming to communicate effectively during travel, work or study abroad experiences.
Students in the certificate program will explore the cultural differences and practices that allow them to better understand and function in Italy and its culture. These skills are particularly important in Michigan and the Metro Detroit area where there's a vibrant Italian business community with major automotive, OEM, service and technological companies.
How to apply
Undergraduate certificate programs are open to Wayne State students who have completed at least 60 credits and have a GPA of 2.0 or above. The program is also available to students who have previously earned a bachelor's at Wayne State or another institution.
Current student
If you're a current Wayne State student, contact your academic advisor to express interest in joining the program.
Not a current student
If you're a Wayne State alum or have a bachelor's from another accredited institution, apply to Wayne State as a post-bachelor student and select "Undergraduate Certificate in Practical Italian" as your planned course of study on the second page of the application.
Apply as a post-bachelor applicant
Next steps
Once accepted to Wayne State, a language advisor will contact you with the next steps.
Career insights
A certificate in practical Italian can enhance and support a variety of career paths. Here are just a few of the many opportunities available in this field.
| Career | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Business intelligence analysts | $93,000 |
| Education administrators, postsecondary | $111,000 |
| General and operations managers | $98,000 |
| Healthcare social workers | $63,000 |
| Interpreters and translators | $51,000 |
| News analysts, reporters and journalists | $45,000 |
| Public relations specialists | $61,000 |
| Travel guides | $33,000 |
This data provides a broad overview of how major selection can lead to careers and is provided without any implied promise of employment. Some careers will require further education, skills or competencies. Actual salaries may vary significantly between similar employers and could change by graduation, as could employment opportunities and job titles.