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The AFR review of the Grad Market, highlights the need to train and develop people has never been more important than now. "The pandemic, however, appears to have taken a toll. With this year’s recruits the first to have been enrolled at university during the pandemic, employers are saying there has been a noticeable drop off in soft skills, interpersonal skills and communication skills." If you would like to discuss ways you can develop the Behavioral Skills your Graduates & Emerging Managers, please get in touch.

Calling all UK Graduates! Exciting news for those stepping into the professional realm: The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers is your go-to guide for the most coveted employers in Britain. Now in its 25th edition, these rankings are not just numbers; they're insights crafted from interviews with over 13,000 2023 graduates. Curated by graduates, for graduates – because your career journey deserves insights from those who've walked the path. Let's navigate this exciting phase together! Dive into the rankings and uncover opportunities with industry trailblazers shaping the future! #GraduateOpportunities #CareerLaunch #TopEmployers #UKGraduates #CareerDevelopment #TimesTop100 #JobSearch #ProfessionalGrowth #FutureLeaders #CareerGuidance #Classof2023 #HumanTouch 🤝

News of a 10% drop in MBA job placements at Harvard got us thinking... #MBARecruitment needs a shakeup. Read our thoughts on what companies can do to hire top diverse MBA candidates in our latest blog post: https://hubs.la/Q02hgzMK0 #MBACandidates #MBAGrads #DiversityRecruitment #DiversityHiring

Congratulations to 2nd Year MBA students at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School and across the country that have received and/or accepted full-time offers!  Now the fun part - reporting! Why should you report the details of your offer?  Let me count the ways: 1) Like it or not, rankings are an influential part of the process when prospective students are deciding where to apply and ultimately attend.  Salary data from the employment report plays a big part in the rankings, so help your school show off how great it is! 2) Timely reporting helps us in the MBA Career & Leadership at UNC Kenan-Flagler office (give us a follow!) and other career centers by having a real-time snapshot of what % of the class is in a seeking status to better aid students. It can be in the form of targeted outreach, developing/delivering programming, or being able to let employment partners know how many students would be interested in off-cycle opportunities.  I may be biased, but I think those are all good things! 3) This one’s a little more personal, but when timely reporting happens, it means less time spent verifying students’ post-graduation plans and more time cooking up memes for LinkedIn posts. Any other benefits that my esteemed career services colleagues would like to add? 😀 #MBA

🎓 According to the Graduate Management Admission Council's 2023 Corporate Recruiters Survey, 55% of respondents from global fortune 500 companies believe that business schools are effectively equipping MBA graduates with the necessary skills for the current job market. This indicates that the MBA is still relevant and in demand by employers. 💼🌎 To get the full story, check out the full length video on YouTube -- link in bio! #MBA #MBAAdmissions #MBADreams #MBAJourney #MBALife #BschoolLife #CareerGoals #MBAApplication #MBAStudies #MBATips #BusinessDegrees

My research found a statistical significant relationship between top executives and their likelihood to hire job applicants with online degrees. The odds ratio of top executives hiring a job applicant with an online degree were 12 times greater than those who were not in top leadership positions.  If top executives are increasingly willing to hire job applicants with online degrees then this may signal an increased confidence in alternative credentials which can have substantial implications on state policies and appropriations. https://lnkd.in/e_Zea-Ny

In a welcome change from previous economic climates, recent college graduates are now enjoying unprecedented success in the job market - a trend destined to stir numerous conversations among all who care about the future of our workforce. As this intriguing KAKE report reveals, thousands of fresh graduates are now landing high paying jobs - a drastic shift from the past era when unemployment was rife among recent degree holders. So, what’s the secret behind this unexpected turnaround? Certainly, one pivotal factor has been the ideal economic condition - a perfect storm of high demand for skilled workers meeting an abundant supply poured forth from our universities. But should this cheerful news be greeted with unabashed optimism, or are we just celebrating the calm before another storm? Is this remarkable success sustainable, or is it merely reflective of a booming economy that could potentially go bust? These questions present a carrying capacity dilemma that's not only fascinating but also critical in shaping our employment and education systems. As business leaders, hiring managers, or bright graduates ready to make your mark, how do you perceive this promising landscape? Can the job market adapt to accommodate the increasing number of graduates in the long term? Could this current scenario influence future employment trends or modify the perceived value of a college degree? Let's continue the conversation, weigh in with your opinions. And as always, for your staffing and recruiting needs, look to Ascension Employment - because racing to success demands the right partner. Full Article: https://zurl.co/pIzw

If you're a recent college graduate looking to break into the workforce—or maybe you're a professional looking to level up your skills—here are four ways to convert credentials into a career that builds and grows

This spring's college graduates are transitioning into the workforce with clear expectations and demands. Nicole Kyle, managing director and co-founder of CMP Research, states that new professionals, particularly Gen Z, are socially minded and question traditional workplace structures. They seek jobs that offer purpose, flexibility, competitive pay, and benefits and state that in correspondence and interviews. In partnership with market research firm Statista, Forbes has ranked America’s Best Employers For New Grads 2024 to highlight companies meeting these expectations. The ranking is based on surveys of over 100,000 young professionals with less than 10 years of experience working at companies with at least 1,000 employees in the U.S. Respondents rated their employers on factors such as compensation, benefits, advancement opportunities, working conditions, flexibility, company image, and inclusion. The final ranking includes the top 400 companies based on these criteria. https://bit.ly/3x4LFMd

Across the US, nearly 40% of this year's high school graduates don't plan to enroll in college this fall, with most of them instead opting to enter the workforce in entry-level positions, according to a new analysis by the American Opportunity Index identifying the 50 best large companies for workers with high school degrees to start their careers. These companies are as much as 4.3 times more likely to hire entry-level workers than workers at other large firms. Their employees are 2.5 times more likely to get promoted than their peers at other businesses, and 5 times more likely to get a substantially higher-paying job elsewhere when they leave. Which of the Top 50 Employers for High School Graduates are in your community and how are they connecting with your high school seniors? Check out more in this week's newsletter at projectsenioryear.com https://lnkd.in/eWXkcDpa