SIGNIFICANCE OF LIVE PROJECTS TO EMPLOYABILITY FOR HIGHER EDUCATION: AN EMPIRICAL STUDY

Abstract

Employability is a significant concern in India, particularly in the competitive landscape of the twenty-first century. The growing population and the increasing demand for skills in a globalized environment have created a gap between the demand and supply of a skilled workforce. Educational institutions, especially those providing professional education, have a responsibility to facilitate placements for their students. However, the industry often complains about a mismatch between the skills of the students and their desired qualifications. According to Rachel Sara (2011), it is not feasible to replicate the industrial environment in a classroom setting with a theoretical curriculum that prioritizes passing written examinations for both faculty and students.