In a new report, Cengage Group 2023 Graduate Employability Report: AI Joins the Workforce, notes that only 41% of graduates say their program of study taught them the skills they needed for their first job. This is down from 63% in 2022 making learners feel even more unprepared amid the current AI boom. The survey found a quickly shifting landscape where many employers are prioritizing softer skills, such as emotional intelligence, communication, and a candidate’s ability to work with the help of artificial intelligence. 53% of employers say they cannot identify qualified candidates for many positions.
