Prioritising Soft Skills Based on Need - A Study

Abstract

This paper explores how college students prioritize soft skills in their career progression. The study explains studentsperspectives on grading or ordering different soft skills.Questions like: – why this skill, which skill first, and in what order are the focus areas?Making students employable with the regular academic curriculum is one of the primary objectives of educational institutions. Soft skills like communication,critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and others are taught in an integrated manner with the curriculum, as these skills are vital for job-seeking and business success. Employers want to increase worker output, while educational institutions want students to acquire and use the finest soft skill practices.This study aims to present an authoritative understanding of the relationship between students and their approach toward a particular soft skill in their development and career progression. This study aspires to contribute a comprehensive and authoritative understanding of the intricate relationship between students and their approach toward specific soft skills in the context of their personal development and career progression. By shedding light on the nuanced considerations and preferences of students regarding these skills, the research aims to provide valuable insights that can inform both educational institutions and employers about fostering an environment conducive to the holistic growth of students as they navigate their professional journeys.