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SOFT SKILLS AND EMPLOYABILITY: THE IMPORTANCE OF CURRICULAR AND PROFESSIONAL IN...
Rebelo, Hugo; Payan-Carreira, Rita; Sebastião, Luís; Cristóvão, Ana; Tirapicos, Filipa; Orvalho-Dias, Ana; Almeida-Roque, CatarinaThe gap between the skills of recent graduates and the requirements of the job market represents a significant challenge. In this context, it is essential that Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) adapt their educational programs to the demands of the employment market. Fostering Critical Thinking emerges as a fundamental tool to facilitate the transition between the academic and professional contexts, optimizi...
BRIDGING THE SKILLS GAP: UNIVERSITY TEACHERS, STUDENTS, AND EMPLOYERS’ PERSPECT...
Rebelo, Hugo; Payan-Carreira, Rita; Tirapicos, Filipa; Gonçalves, Teresa; Almeida-Roque, Catarina; Agostinho, Inês; Martins, MariaIn their talent acquisition strategies, companies establish a comprehensive candidate profile, detailing the combination of hard and soft skills considered vital for future employee success. An exploratory analysis was undertaken to explore whether undergraduate studies facilitate the acquisition of both specialized knowledge and essential soft skills, based on the viewpoints of teachers and students. Additiona...