Call them soft skills, durable skills, career skills--whatever they are, they're in high demand, and students need to develop them ASAP. According to new data, both recent grads and HR managers believe that the absence of durable skills–including people skills–training in higher education offers an opportunity for colleges and universities to partner with students and employers in closing a critical skills gap. A new report from Mursion, From Skill to Instinct: How Higher Education Can Bridge the Gap Between Classroom and Career, found that while the hard, technical skills ingrained throughout traditional academia are critical to career success, these skills may not be enough to stand out in a highly competitive job market.
https://www.ecampusnews.com/2021/08/13/the-future-is-all-about-durable-skills/
