Explore the exclusive report on the ‘New Reality of College Hiring’ in India
Discover a groundbreaking report that offers an unparalleled deep dive into the rapidly evolving world of college hiring in India. Unlike any other study, this exclusive report brings together insights from corporates, campuses, and students, offering a comprehensive 360-degree view of the hiring landscape.
The landscape of college hiring in India has transformed dramatically, evolving from traditional placement processes to a dynamic, three-way interaction between corporates, campuses, and students. This comprehensive report delves into this evolution, highlighting how digital-first approaches, internships, and skill-based evaluations are redefining recruitment.
With firsthand data from an extensive survey, the report uncovers the unique shifts in how students, colleges, and corporates are redefining their roles—from digital-first recruitment strategies to the rise of entrepreneurial ambitions and AI-driven innovations. As students increasingly embrace entrepreneurship, and colleges strive to become centres of excellence, corporates are rethinking their strategies amidst the rise of AI, new-age industries, and regulatory shifts like NEP.
Through extensive surveys and expert insights, the report uncovers the gaps and opportunities in industry-academia-student collaborations, offering a roadmap for a brighter, more connected future. This report is not just an analysis; it’s a guide for navigating the future of recruitment.
The shift from academic scores to real-world skill assessments.
We asked both colleges and corporates how ‘industry-ready’ candidates (students) are when they start their first job. The majority of colleges believe that their new graduates are well equipped for the corporate world from day one, while most corporates believe that the students have a lot to learn before they are ready. This is not a surprising finding, given that it has been a fairly well-known theme with many industry leaders speaking out about this – the surprise is that this anomaly has persisted for so long and continues to plague the industry. Colleges need to acknowledge that there are still gaps in the students’ academic journey to prepare them for a corporate future and double down on the initiatives they are taking to improve the situation. Industry would do well to collaborate on this with academia; after all, it saves them future effort in training too.
The evolving role of colleges in fostering entrepreneurship.
Colleges have recognised that students are increasingly leaning towards starting their own ventures and have begun taking various initiatives to promote an entrepreneurial culture. Most colleges offer courses on entrepreneurship and have set up dedicated centres for innovation and startup incubation, with colleges in metro locations leading the charge. They also conduct competitions and awareness programs for students. However, surprisingly, the preference for a job over entrepreneurship persists, and has not caught up to this trend. Almost two out of three colleges still prefer their students to go through the regular placement process and seek a job—perhaps in an effort to protect long-standing relationships with corporates, or to protect their students from setbacks early in their careers.
Discover how the collective efforts of students, colleges, and corporates are shaping the future of college hiring in India. Dive into this report to understand the challenges and opportunities ahead.
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