When they look to the past, many Italians with a degree admit they have a pinch of regret: 30% of workers declare that, being able to go back, it would change their university choicesand 31% would even choose a different faculty. The phenomenon is more evident among 25-34 year olds (34%) and less among those who are more than 55 years old (24%). To photograph these numbers is a survey of Indeed, which involved 1,000 workers and 500 recruiters in Italy on the real value of the degree in the world of work.
However, despite the regrets, the degree continues to shine: Both those who followed their passions (47%) and those who chose by aiming for stability (43%) consider it a significant goal. Only 16% judge it a waste of time. Furthermore, 55% of graduates believe that the title is relevant for their workshare that rises to 65% among those who receive income above 35,000 euros.
The survey highlights an interesting paradox: although 73% of graduates have learned more at work than at university42% believe they have acquired skills directly spent in the professional world thanks to their course of study. Among the highest income, this percentage reaches 60% (+17% compared to the average). With 40% of the workers who would feel annoyed if a colleague obtained a similar role without a degree, the academic title remains a symbol not to be underestimated.
What about artificial intelligence? Graduates are not afraid: less than one in five perceives it as a threat to their title, while 63% declare themselves confident in their adaptation skills. 56% of graduates believe they have the technical skills necessary to work effectively with artificial intelligence Thanks precisely to higher education.
The recruiter confirm: the degree is important, but not sufficient on its own. It is requested in almost one announcements out of two (42%), but Almost half of employers (49%) consider graduation quickly obsolete And 62% criticize the poor practical spectability of university programs. Only 26% of interviewees would have no problems removing the degree requirement in candidates. The soft skills remain central: team work (52%), adaptability and flexibility (50%) and problems-solving and critical thinking (50%).
In short, there is some remorse, but the majority confirms: that piece of paper continues to count and make the difference.
Source: Vanity Fair
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