Even as 70 per cent of academic institutions believe their graduates are well-equipped for the corporate world, only 16 per cent of companies believe in the same, which showcases an existing gap between university curricula and industry expectations, a report said on Wednesday.
"There is a significant gap in perception regarding the industry readiness of graduates. While 70 per cent of academic institutions believe their graduates are well-equipped for the corporate world from day one, only 16 per cent of companies share this view. This disparity highlights a persistent challenge in aligning academic curricula with industry expectations," AI-powered recruitment automation firm HirePro's report 'Momentum 2024: The New Reality in College Hiring'.
The 'Momentum 2024: The New Reality in College Hiring' report is based on inputs from over 20,000 candidates, over 350 colleges, and over 200 corporates, along with interviews with over 100 campus talent recruiters.
The report also revealed a
