Reports show the top qualities employers are looking for in college graduates include problem-solving and analytical skills, the ability to work in a team, a strong work ethic, leadership, and clarity in written and oral communication. While GPA still matters, the ability to apply skills learned in classrooms to real-world settings calls for different metrics and a persistent assessment process from institutions.
Through a dynamic, iterative, and scientific four-element assessment model, many institutions are able to build a culture around continuous assessment to enhance their curriculums and improve student outcomes.