This can be used to classify the 28, different occupations recognised by the ONS as either graduate or non-graduate jobs. There are many anomalies in the classification, as it is not practical to classify all 28, occupations. And — my personal favourite — a rag-and-bone man [SOC ] is a graduate job, an antiques dealer [SOC ] is a non-graduate job.
The list goes on and on. And many jobs which are deemed by employers to require higher education qualifications are not classified as graduate jobs. There are lots more examples, especially in associate professional and technical roles, where employers demand a higher education qualification for jobs the academics say do not need one and for occupations — including skilled trades — where higher apprenticeships have been developed.
The statistics hinge on the particular definition used for what a graduate job is. There is a difference between a degree being poor value-for-money from the perspective of an individual graduate and a degree being poor value-for-money from the perspective of society.
Higher education provides more benefits to the individual and society than just occupational-specific knowledge. For example, given that those currently entering the labour market now are likely have to change occupation far more than previous generations did, the general skills obtained from a higher education qualification may be valuable in helping people be more resilient and flexible in retraining and adapting to rapid changes in economic structure.
It is important to understand whether or not higher education qualifications are benefiting graduates over their careers in terms of whether the skills they develop allow them to do more highly-skilled work, be more effective and productive in their jobs and enjoy higher earnings than non-graduates with similar characteristics. Excellent article. I have always wondered about this.
Classifications and perceptions need to change as we seek to make the population more flexible and resilient. It may be difficult, but while trying to find a job, it can be helpful to be patient, focused, and accepting of the need for flexibility. If you have a well-thought-out plan, try to stick with it.
Networking, searching for internships, doing some additional study, or volunteering can help you building the skills you need to get the job you really want. If you find a good internship, try to make it work financially.
Short-term detours can be a distraction, so it can be helpful to make sure that whatever your stop-gap is leaves you time and energy to keep pursuing your long-term goals. It may require more skills, pay more money, and attract more qualified candidates. Other reasons getting a job after college can be hard are timing, job market status, and changing economic and industry trends that impact hiring.
Macroeconomic factors, such as high unemployment or moratoriums on hiring due to slow economic expansion, can also have an impact. Being committed to full-time study, in-person or online, can also end up socially isolating some people, which can make it difficult to have professional networks after graduating.
Many factors can impact your job search and the outcomes you experience. There are some steps that can help you improve your chances for finding better job opportunities though. The answer to this depends on your personal goals. If you do take a so-called gap year, how it affects your job search later depends on how you spend that year. For example, studying abroad or working with the Peace Corps could help you enhance your resume.
Not all industries and sectors are the same. The U. Securities and Exchange Commission SEC offers recent graduate opportunities year-round, as they become available. Note: Some job opportunity announcements allow for a student to apply within nine months of degree completion. If applicable, it will be noted in the respective announcement.
Individuals appointed to this program are referred to as recent graduates and are placed in a dynamic, one-year developmental program.
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