Unlock the secrets to bridging the gap between education and industry demands in Malaysia! This groundbreaking study delves into the critical realm of employer satisfaction with graduates from Sik Community College, offering invaluable insights for educators, policymakers, and employers alike. Explore the multifaceted relationship between graduate performance and industry expectations, as this research meticulously examines the mastery of essential skills, the depth of knowledge, and the crucial role of soft skills in shaping successful careers. Venture beyond conventional assessments and discover how the college's curriculum aligns with the ever-evolving needs of the modern workforce, particularly within the dynamic landscape of Food Processing and Quality Control. Uncover potential skills gaps that may hinder graduate employability and gain a comprehensive understanding of how these gaps impact overall job performance and career progression. Through rigorous quantitative research and meticulous analysis, this study unveils the key factors driving employer satisfaction, providing a roadmap for curriculum enhancement, improved training programs, and ultimately, a more robust and industry-ready workforce. Discover how Sik Community College is shaping the future of its graduates and contributing to the economic growth of Malaysia by cultivating talent that meets and exceeds employer expectations in an increasingly competitive global market. This research not only highlights areas of success but also pinpoints opportunities for growth, fostering a collaborative ecosystem where education and industry thrive in synergy. Perfect for academics, vocational training professionals, and anyone invested in the future of education and workforce development, this book offers a fresh perspective on how to cultivate truly employable graduates. It’s a must-read for understanding and optimizing the vital connection between community colleges and the industries they serve, ensuring that graduates are not just job seekers, but highly sought-after assets in the Malaysian economy. The study further underscores the importance of continuous curriculum assessment and improvement to meet the ever-changing demands of the job market, emphasizing the need for a proactive approach to education that anticipates and addresses future industry trends. From exploring the nuances of knowledge application to dissecting the impact of interpersonal skills, this study offers a comprehensive evaluation of graduate readiness, providing a framework for enhancing educational outcomes and fostering a more skilled and competitive workforce in Malaysia.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Background of the Study
- Problem Statement
- Research Objectives
- Research Framework
- Literature Reviews
- A. Community College
- B. Employment Rate
- C. Knowledge
- D. Soft Skills
- Methodology
- Research Findings
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
The main objective of this study is to assess employer satisfaction with the performance of Sik Community College graduates in Malaysia. This is done by examining three key domains: mastery of knowledge, skills, and soft skills. The study aims to understand how well the college's curriculum and training align with industry needs and contribute to graduate employability.
- Employer satisfaction with Sik Community College graduates.
- The relationship between graduate skills, knowledge, and soft skills and employer satisfaction.
- The alignment of the Sik Community College curriculum with industry demands.
- The impact of skills gaps on graduate employability.
- The effectiveness of the Certificate in Food Processing and Quality Control program.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Abstract: This abstract summarizes a study investigating employer satisfaction with Sik Community College graduates in Malaysia. The study focuses on three key areas: skills, knowledge, and soft skills. Preliminary findings suggest high employer satisfaction across all three domains.
Introduction: This chapter introduces the study's context, highlighting the importance of employer feedback for curriculum improvement and the need to understand employer satisfaction with Sik Community College graduates. It briefly outlines the methodology, focusing on the survey conducted among employers of Sik Community College graduates.
Background of the Study: This section provides background information on the evolving needs of industries due to global transformations and IR4.0. It emphasizes the role of community colleges in providing a skilled workforce and describes the Certificate in Food Processing and Quality Control program's design based on industry needs and its four key objectives aimed at equipping students with the necessary skills and knowledge.
Problem Statement: This chapter addresses the issue of graduate unemployment due to skill gaps identified in previous research. It highlights the conflicting views among employers on which skills are most crucial for employability, emphasizing the need to determine the level of knowledge and soft skills possessed by Sik Community College graduates.
Research Objectives: This chapter clearly outlines the study's specific objectives, which involve identifying employers' perceptions of the skills, knowledge, and soft skills of Sik Community College graduates and determining the relationship between skills and knowledge.
Research Framework: This section presents a simple framework illustrating the interconnectedness of skills, knowledge, and soft skills in relation to employer satisfaction. It visually represents the key variables under investigation.
Literature Reviews: This section reviews existing literature on community colleges, employment rates, knowledge acquisition, and soft skills. It discusses the role of community colleges in TVET, the impact of skills gaps on employment, the definition of knowledge, and the significance of soft skills in the workplace.
Methodology: This chapter details the quantitative research methodology employed, including the sampling method (employers of graduates), the survey instrument (questionnaire), and the data analysis technique (SPSS). The use of a 5-point Likert scale and the Malay language in the questionnaire are justified.
Research Findings: This section presents the initial quantitative findings, including the reliability analysis using Cronbach's alpha and demographic information on the participating employers. It notes that 33 private sector employers participated and that the Cronbach's alpha value exceeded the acceptable threshold.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Employer satisfaction, Sik Community College graduates, skills, knowledge, soft skills, employability, industry needs, curriculum alignment, graduate performance, quantitative research.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Was ist das Hauptziel dieser Studie?
Das Hauptziel dieser Studie ist die Bewertung der Zufriedenheit von Arbeitgebern mit der Leistung von Absolventen des Sik Community College in Malaysia. Dies erfolgt durch die Untersuchung von drei Schlüsselbereichen: Beherrschung von Wissen, Fähigkeiten und Soft Skills.
Welche Themenschwerpunkte werden in der Studie behandelt?
Die Studie konzentriert sich auf folgende Themenschwerpunkte:
- Arbeitgeberzufriedenheit mit Absolventen des Sik Community College.
- Die Beziehung zwischen Fähigkeiten, Wissen und Soft Skills der Absolventen und der Arbeitgeberzufriedenheit.
- Die Ausrichtung des Lehrplans des Sik Community College an den Anforderungen der Industrie.
- Die Auswirkungen von Qualifikationslücken auf die Beschäftigungsfähigkeit von Absolventen.
- Die Wirksamkeit des Zertifikats in Lebensmittelverarbeitung und Qualitätskontrolle.
Welche Bereiche werden in der Studie untersucht?
Die Studie untersucht die Zufriedenheit der Arbeitgeber in Bezug auf drei Schlüsselbereiche: Fähigkeiten, Wissen und Soft Skills der Absolventen.
Warum ist das Feedback von Arbeitgebern wichtig?
Das Feedback von Arbeitgebern ist wichtig für die Verbesserung des Lehrplans und um zu verstehen, wie zufrieden Arbeitgeber mit den Absolventen des Sik Community College sind.
Was ist der Hintergrund der Studie?
Der Hintergrund der Studie liegt in den sich ändernden Bedürfnissen der Industrie aufgrund globaler Transformationen und IR4.0. Community Colleges spielen eine wichtige Rolle bei der Bereitstellung einer qualifizierten Belegschaft.
Welches Problem wird in der Studie behandelt?
Die Studie befasst sich mit dem Problem der Arbeitslosigkeit von Hochschulabsolventen aufgrund von Qualifikationslücken, die in früheren Forschungsarbeiten festgestellt wurden. Es betont die widersprüchlichen Ansichten der Arbeitgeber darüber, welche Fähigkeiten für die Beschäftigungsfähigkeit am wichtigsten sind.
Welche Forschungsmethodik wird angewendet?
Es wird eine quantitative Forschungsmethodik angewendet, einschliesslich der Stichprobenmethode (Arbeitgeber von Absolventen), des Erhebungsinstruments (Fragebogen) und der Datenanalysetechnik (SPSS).
Was sind die wichtigsten Ergebnisse der Studie?
Zu den vorläufigen quantitativen Ergebnissen gehören die Zuverlässigkeitsanalyse mit Cronbachs Alpha und demografische Informationen zu den teilnehmenden Arbeitgebern. Es wird angemerkt, dass 33 Arbeitgeber des Privatsektors teilgenommen haben und dass der Cronbachs-Alpha-Wert den akzeptablen Schwellenwert überschritten hat.
Was sind die Schlüsselwörter der Studie?
Die Schlüsselwörter der Studie sind: Arbeitgeberzufriedenheit, Absolventen des Sik Community College, Fähigkeiten, Wissen, Soft Skills, Beschäftigungsfähigkeit, Branchenbedürfnisse, Lehrplanausrichtung, Absolventenleistung, quantitative Forschung.
Welche Rolle spielen Community Colleges laut der Studie?
Community Colleges spielen laut der Studie eine wesentliche Rolle in der Berufsbildung (TVET) und bei der Bereitstellung einer qualifizierten Belegschaft. Sie sind wichtig, um die Bedürfnisse der Industrie zu erfüllen und Absolventen auf den Arbeitsmarkt vorzubereiten.
- Quote paper
- Norhaslindawati Zainol (Author), 2022, Employers’ Satisfaction on the Performance of Sik Community College, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1441776
