In 2010 approximately 1.65 million students graduated from college. While this is an amazing number, most of these post graduates are having difficulty coping in today's work environment. Most schools do not prepare their students for the "real" world. Their focus is primarily on educating them at an academic level.

Knowledge and applied knowledge

At the present time- "Education" does not necessarily prepare students for the "Corporate" environment. They have been learning, but not applying their skills. One must come before the other, but it is important not to forget that both are important for success in today's fast paced world. Every work opportunity has changing characteristics that demand a certain range of workplace skills needed. Surveys would provide schools with necessary information that could help them help the students. It is vital for the academic societies of present to ensure that their teachings help students to make a brighter future. By polling both potential graduates and post graduates, schools could better understand what subject matter may better prepare their students for the work environment.

Post graduates have to shift from their work at school, to an environment where they must prove themselves in society. Some business' offer "career development plans" to educate students about work environments. While this is a good opportunity, it is still important for schools to ensure that all their students are aware of the workplace and its factors. Most students spend between two to four years studying what they want to become. Education is important, but if they do not know how to apply it to the business side of work, they may not find a niche in society.

Polls could be taken to assist schools in creating and applying curriculum to develop workplace skills that apply to a particular subject. If you are an engineer, your job requirements are different from a newspaper editor. By surveying their students, the school can adapt to involve the necessary teachings for the business side that the job would require. Additions to their particular subjects may include: Cost, legalities, limitations, documentation, and risks that apply to their workplace. These factors may not normally be explained thoroughly while a student is in class, and many times graduates will not learn how to cope with these circumstances until they actually begin to work. By better preparing, the academic societies could provide students with a better understanding of the workplace.

Is there real understanding?

Fresh out of college, many students do not fully understand today's work environment. They often have no credibility other than their diploma, and without experience, it may be difficult to find work in today's present economy. Schools that surveyed their students could assist students in applying their skill set through corresponding courses that may involve presenting themselves to their potential employers.

Students at first may believe that their education alone will be enough to find work, but it also depends on general presentation. By getting information from graduates and students, schools will be able to focus on not only educating, but actually teaching their students about working in today's business world.

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