Tag Archives: graduate unemployment

First job out of school: Why graduates struggle and how to secure employment in a crowded market

From graduate to employed: Solving the first job out of school dilemma.

Securing a first job out of school has become increasingly difficult due to structural imbalances between graduate supply and entry-level demand. Each year, thousands of school leavers and university graduates enter the labour market with recognised qualifications but encounter limited opportunities for meaningful employment. The issue is not a lack …

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Elite over production in Trinidad and Tobago: A practical roadmap to restore balance

From graduate surplus to skills powerhouse: Fixing elite over production in T&T.

Elite over production in Trinidad and Tobago can be reversed through targeted education reform, labour market alignment, and strategic economic diversification that links skills supply to real demand. The country’s long-standing investment in tertiary education has produced a surplus of degree holders in low-demand fields while critical sectors remain understaffed. …

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