Enhancing University Student Employability: The Impact of Teacher Development in Practical Skills Integration
Abstract
This study, a collaborative effort between educators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders, examines the impact of various dimensions on the employability of university students in business departments in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. We collected data from 210 students through structured questionnaires and analyzed using linear regression in Statistical Program for Social Sciences. The results demonstrate positive relationships between practical exposure, real-time case studies, hands-on training, industrial protocols, student communication skills, industrial backgrounds, digital skills, technical/practical skills, and employability. Theoretical implications emphasize the importance of holistic approaches to enhance employability by integrating diverse experiences into university curricula. Practical implications highlight the need for continued collaboration among educators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to align educational programs with labor market demands. Limitations include the use of convenient sampling and self-reported data, while future research could explore additional factors influencing employability.Copyright Notice Submission of an article implies that the work described has not been published previously (except in the form of an abstract or as part of a published lecture or academic thesis), that it is not under consideration for publication elsewhere, that its publication is approved by all authors and tacitly or explicitly by the responsible authorities where the work was carried out, and that, if accepted, will not be published elsewhere in the same form, in English or in any other language, without the written consent of the Publisher. The Editors reserve the right to edit or otherwise alter all contributions, but authors will receive proofs for approval before publication. Copyrights for articles published in IJSSA journal are retained by the authors, with first publication rights granted to the journal. The journal/publisher is not responsible for subsequent uses of the work. It is the author’s responsibility to bring an infringement action if so desired by the author.
