Research indicates degrees just don’t cut it anymore

Posted on 27 Jul 2011 by The Manufacturer

Global accounting network RSM International has released research in conjunction with the European Business Awards suggesting that employers want more than academic qualifications

In such hard economic times, employers are increasingly on the lookout for candidates that display interpersonal skills such as confidence and entrepreneurial spirit, as well as having experience gained from work experience or extra activities undertaken while a student. Vocational qualifications are also relatively attractive, according to the research. The survey involved interviewing 500 business…

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