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Today’s rapidly evolving technology has changed the landscape of skills-based hiring. Industries such as cybersecurity evolve so quickly that skills-based programming is required to stay ahead of the curve. In addition, labor shortages in industries such as construction and other skilled trades revived the debate around the relevance of traditional college degrees.
To survive in today’s fast-changing, volatile job market, candidates must be resilient, creative thinkers. When considering education, what should they choose?
Despite the general shift towards skills-based programs, the numbers still show that employers favor candidates with bachelor's degrees. In addition, the economic outlook remains better for those with bachelor's degrees, as having a degree has been shown to increase lifetime earnings by $1.2 million.
The overall picture is nuanced, as detailed in this Chronicle Insights Report on how colleges can thrive and survive in the skills economy. Download “How Colleges Can Thrive in the Skills Economy” for statistics from recent studies, as well as insights from leaders in academia.
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Today’s rapidly evolving technology has changed the landscape of skills-based hiring. Industries such as cybersecurity evolve so quickly that skills-based programming is required to stay ahead of the curve. In addition, labor shortages in industries such as construction and other skilled trades revived the debate around the relevance of traditional college degrees.
To survive in today’s fast-changing, volatile job market, candidates must be resilient, creative thinkers. When considering education, what should they choose?
Despite the general shift towards skills-based programs, the numbers still show that employers favor candidates with bachelor's degrees. In addition, the economic outlook remains better for those with bachelor's degrees, as having a degree has been shown to increase lifetime earnings by $1.2 million.
The overall picture is nuanced, as detailed in this Chronicle Insights Report on how colleges can thrive and survive in the skills economy. Download “How Colleges Can Thrive in the Skills Economy” for statistics from recent studies, as well as insights from leaders in academia.
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