KUALA LUMPUR: Talentbank has unveiled its 2024 Employers' Choice of University list which offers future university students perspectives on which institutions are favoured by employers.
This will help them make well-informed decisions to boost their job prospects after graduating, TalentBank said.
The insights provided are drawn from the comprehensive analysis of the Talentbank National Graduate Employability Index (GE Index), which evaluates the employability of graduates throughout Malaysia.
The GE Index is an initiative spearheaded by Talentbank that offers insights from over 700 leading employers of various sizes.
"At the heart of our research lies the commitment to provide students with the essential knowledge and tools needed for successful career navigation.
"This initiative plays a critical role in our vision, highlighting universities that propel students forward in the international job market," said Talentbank chief executive officer Ben Ho in a statement.
"More than just an academic journey, it seeks to carve out paths toward rewarding careers, with the ultimate aim of elevating Malaysia's graduate employability, career-readiness, and competitiveness on a global scale," he added.
TalentBank said the Index provides a holistic view of how well universities are preparing their students for the workforce.
This methodology includes three key aspects: identifying the universities that employers typically recruit from, quantifying the number of graduates hired from each university, and evaluating the frequency of recurring hires based on positive performance.
"It also serves as a comprehensive career planning tool, aiming to significantly curtail graduate unemployment in Malaysia by aligning educational outcomes with market hiring demands," it added.