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Why you are paying too much for your $65,000 tuition
Highlights
- The society has grown more demanding in recent years.
- Achieving the minimum requirements may not get you through the employer’s door
- Young Professionals must develop job-ready skills that will make them employable
It’s interesting how many students get enrolled into various colleges or universities worldwide each year. Education is a top priority for the global and developmental agenda. It is key to giving hope, confidence and it’s also critical for equipping young professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to escape poverty and ill health. Millions of young professionals enrol in colleges or universities worldwide, and these universities churn out many graduates annually. Unfortunately, this number is not expected to drastically fall in years to come due to the importance of education in society.
What is more concerning is the number of graduates that lands a job right after college. The number of graduates who lands job straight after college has reduced substantially over the years. I could vividly remember my dad telling me he got his first job before his graduation day in the 90s. He was also provided with a personal driver and an official…