Common Employability Myths

A degree can provide important knowledge and qualification, but employability is broader.

Entry-level candidates can demonstrate capability through projects, internships, volunteering and other experiences.

Many roles also require communication, teamwork, adaptability and judgment.

Many human capabilities can be developed and demonstrated through behaviour.

Skills and workplace requirements can change.

A degree is one component of a career profile.

Many roles expect employees to learn after joining.

A certificate demonstrates a form of learning or completion. It may not show practical performance by itself.

Meaningful volunteering can provide genuine opportunities to develop and demonstrate skills.

Capabilities can develop through many forms of purposeful activity.

It develops over time.

Academic performance and workplace performance overlap in some areas but are not identical.

Different employers and roles have different requirements, including entry-level opportunities.

Career development should also consider personal strengths, values, interests and meaningful contribution.

Career development continues after employment.