Global competence skills among graduates of a state private university
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https://doi.org/10.33736/jcshd.8601.2025Keywords:
global competence, global citizenship, global mindset, intercultural communication skills, graduate employabilityAbstract
While global competence is increasingly recognized as a vital skill for graduates in today’s interconnected world, research on its development in state-funded private universities remains limited. This study addresses this gap by assessing the global competence skills of graduates from a state-funded private university. Using an adapted questionnaire covering nine dimensions, 436 students participated in the study. The findings reveal that graduates exhibit particularly high scores in four key areas: respecting cultural diversity, accepting other cultures, adopting diverse perspectives, and communicating effectively with people from different cultures. Additionally, five other dimensions, adaptability, global mindset, attitudes towards immigrants, understanding global issues, and self-efficacy regarding global challenges, were rated highly. These results underscore the role of global and international education coursework in enhancing graduates’ competencies and employability. Graduates prioritizing cultural respect, engaging in cultural activities, valuing cross-cultural communication, and developing a global mindset are better positioned for future career success. Based on these findings, the study proposes several measures to further enhance graduates' global competence skills and prepare them for the demands of a globalized workforce.
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