Employability of Economics Graduates - Bridging the gap!经济学毕业生就业的桥梁！.ppt

Attitude towards economics graduates Attitude towards economics graduates ACADEMICIANS’ PERSPECTIVE Teacher Speak… “Statistics with computer orientation should be compulsory.” “ ‘Add on’ courses on current affairs should be introduced (can be organised by the Economics Club of Mumbai or/and a cluster of colleges).” “There is lack of problem solving mode or tutorials for core courses... problem solving internalises the knowledge.” “There is a need for English language training, you cannot write well unless you read well. Presentations should be a part of evaluation.” Teacher Speak… “The system in itself is defective. You cannot have the current system and still talk about employability.” “The existing outdated reference books must be replaced with good international reference books used by leading institutions across the world at the earliest...” “Economics education should not be tailored to market demand; value of the programme should be social scientific.” OBSERVATIONS FROM SURVEY OF RECENT ECONOMICS GRADUATES RELEVANCE OF ECONOMICS LEARNING TO REQUIRED COMPETENCIES Relevance of economics learning to required competencies BRIDGING THE GAP MEASURES TO INCREASE EMPLOYABILITY % Updating Curriculum 92.85 Use of better reference books 50 Adopt case study methodology 100 Adopt simulation based learning approach 42.85 Assignments and projects 100 Mandatory dissertation 7.14 Visiting faculty from industry 92.85 Encourage guest lectures 57.14 Improve communication skills of students 85.71 Use of technology and social media 35.71 Encourage students to keep themselves updated 78.57 Introduce group projects 21.42 Encourage discussions on economic issues 85.71 Introduce compulsory internships 50 Tie-up with industry 71.42 INDUSTRY-ACADEMIA COLLABORATIONS TO INCREASE EMPLOYABILITY % Creating internship opportunities 85.71 Facilitating exchange programmes among universities/colleges 42.85 Taking guest lectures at colleges 92.85 Facilitating Industrial visits 50 Working