Employability refers to the set of achievements, skills, understandings and personal attributes that makes graduates more likely to gain employment and have successful careers.
The are varied and extensive, but can be categorised into four main areas:
Employability is not only beneficial to the individuals, but also to the workforce, the community and the economy. Adapting a good employability strategy not only helps address importance workplace issues, but also results in:
Cost savings & reduced wastage
Improved safety standards
Improved physical & mental health in the workplace
Increased staff morale
Boost in productivity & competitiveness
Individuals matched to the most appropriate positions
Learning & development mapped to job role requirements.
What is Employability?
How do I develop my employability skills? | Tony Walker, Deputy MD – Toyota
