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Developing an Integrated Model of Graduate Employability in Malaysia: a Systematic Literature Review

Year: 2025

Type: review

Abstract: Graduate employability in Malaysia has become a significant issue as many graduates enter the competitive job market. This systematic literature review aims to create an integrated model to enhance the employability of Malaysian graduates by synthesizing existing information on the key determinants that impact employability outcomes. A comprehensive search of academic, government, and industry papers was conducted, with an emphasis on research published between 2000 and 2024. The review highlights many important factors of graduate employability, including the quality and relevance of higher education, skills mismatch, economic conditions, government policies, and the importance of soft skills and industry collaboration. The proposed model emphasizes the role of internal elements (education, skills, personal characteristics) and external factors (economic conditions, labor market demands, government efforts) in shaping graduate employability in Malaysia. The findings highlight the importance of a comprehensive and coordinated approach that combines educational institutions, industry, and policymakers to improve graduate outcomes. This research provides important insights for improving graduate employability strategies and practical recommendations for stakeholders to bridge the employability gap in the Malaysian workforce.

Source: International Journal of Law Government and Communication

DOI: 10.35631/ijlgc.1040048

Authors: Zaherawati Zakaria, Nazni Noordin, Mohd Zool Hilmie Mohamed Sawal, Nurul Amira Azmi

Institutions: Universiti Teknologi MARA System, Universiti Teknologi MARA

Language: English

Topic: Higher Education and Employability

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Decent work and economic growth, Quality education, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: Universiti Teknologi MARA