Employers Would Rather Hire AI, Robots Than Recent Grads | Entrepreneur
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A recent study by Hult International Business School and Workplace Intelligence highlights that 89% of HR leaders prefer not to hire recent graduates, despite significant talent shortages. This hesitation is attributed to concerns regarding experience and skills, with HR managers citing a lack of real-world experience (60%) and teamwork abilities (55%) among graduates. Many employers find more appeal in hiring freelancers or relying on AI for job tasks. Recent grads who secured jobs report significant learning and better training compared to their college experiences, indicating a disconnect between education and employment.
Our survey revealed that traditional college programs aren't providing what students need to be successful in today's fast-paced job market.
Despite talent shortages, 89% of HR leaders avoid hiring recent graduates due to a lack of real-world experience and necessary skills.
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