What is it about?
This article explores strategies employed by Islamic economics colleges to enhance their graduates' readiness for careers in Islamic banking. The findings reveal a gap in competitiveness compared to graduates from other disciplines, driven by a lack of curriculum alignment with industry needs. The study recommends developing hard and soft skills, optimizing the role of academic advisors, and fostering collaboration between colleges and Islamic banks to create competency-based curricula. These measures aim to boost graduates' competitiveness, increase employment absorption, and strengthen the role of higher education in supporting the growth of the Islamic economy.
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Why is it important?
The demand for skilled professionals in Islamic banking is growing rapidly, yet graduates from Islamic economics colleges face challenges in competing with peers from other disciplines. By identifying gaps in curriculum relevance and proposing strategies to align education with industry needs, this research provides actionable insights to bridge the gap between academia and the workforce. Enhancing graduates’ hard and soft skills, fostering collaboration with Islamic banks, and improving employability can significantly contribute to reducing unemployment, boosting the Islamic banking sector, and supporting the broader development of an Islamic-based economy.
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This research is essential because it addresses the critical disconnect between Islamic economics education and industry demands. By proposing practical strategies to enhance graduate competencies and align curricula with Islamic banking needs, it offers a roadmap for improving employability and competitiveness. These insights are valuable not only for educators and policymakers but also for Islamic financial institutions seeking skilled talent. Ultimately, this study contributes to strengthening the Islamic banking sector and supports the broader vision of economic development through an education-industry partnership.
Muhammad Zakiy
Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta
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This page is a summary of: The strategy of Islamic economic colleges to prepare their graduates to work in Islamic banks, Higher Education Skills and Work-based Learning, March 2021, Emerald,
DOI: 10.1108/heswbl-01-2021-0010.
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