For the first time, a major international comparative study was
undertaken providing detailed information on the employment and
work situation of graduates from higher education institutions in a
large number of countries. With the help of a questionnaire survey
more than 40,000 graduates from 12 countries reported about their
study experiences, the transition from Higher Education to
employment and their early career up to four years after
graduation. The interviewees from Austria, the Czech Republic,
Finland, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain,
Sweden, the United Kingdom and Japan are a unique source of
information on Higher Education and graduate employment in
Europe.
The book indicates a noteworthy variety among economically
advanced countries in the competences fostered by Higher Education
and the emphasis placed either on laying a broad basis of knowledge
or direct preparation for professional tasks. While universities in
some countries are strongly involved in ensuring a rapid transition
from study to employment, in other countries a long period after
graduation is widespread for the search of a suitable career.
Graduates from some countries appreciate their study experiences
though they criticize a weak preparation for their subsequent
assignments, while others less satisfied with higher education in
their retrospective view note a satisfying preparation for the
world of work. Study often turns out useful to lead to challenging
tasks even though remuneration and status remain below
expectations.
'The results of this project are extensive, interesting and
important'
Professor John Brennan, Centre for Higher Education Research and
Information, London, UK
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