Employability Benchmarking
An innovation of IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, Vitae helps higher education institutions measure the employability of their graduates. Take a free assessment that covers the five dimensions of employability and receive best-practice recommendations. You can also download Vitae's Employability Toolkit.
Ready to begin?
- Set aside several minutes for the exercise.
- Have knowledge of employability practices across your institution.
- Create a profile at the end to revisit your results or retake the exercise.
For additional resources, visit the Benchmarking Methodology and FAQs. Note that your data is protected and not shared with others.
Know the value of Vitae's benchmarking.
Vitae's benchmarking enables institutions to evaluate where they stand against their peers with respect to each of the dimensions of employability. This knowledge can be utilized internally to inform and align employability strategies and build a compelling case for prioritizing employability. Participants also have the satisfaction that they've participated in an active community of institutions with a drive for excellence in employability.
Benefits of an increased focus on employability.
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Higher-Quality Student Outcomes
Respond to labor market demand and anticipate emerging trends. Equip students with the credentials and soft skills they need to jumpstart their careers.
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Strengthened Linkages with Employers
Maximize connections between students and employers through work-integrated learning opportunities and strategies that foster industry partnerships.
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Institutional Self-Improvement
Prepare for tomorrow with an outcomes-based curriculum that integrates employability skills and industry inputs. Create a strategic plan that embodies a commitment to employability.
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Enhanced Competitiveness
Create a winning scenario where students are guided through career services, faculty earn relevant credentials, and alumni serve as employability agents.
Download theEmployability Toolkit
Complete the benchmarking exercise to see how your institution stands against others in the five dimensions of employability. Create a user profile and gain access to Vitae's in-depth Employability Toolkit.
