The pessimistic prediction that a college degree is about to die in name only has attracted the attention of many people. It is predicted that in the next ten years, it will be difficult for graduates to find jobs, and the vast majority of them will have to return to their own class and become ordinary laborers with high intelligence, high quality, and high knowledge. So why are college degrees in decline?
First of all, the overabundance of college students is one of the main reasons for this trend. With the encouragement of national policies and economic development, more and more families can afford the cost of their children's collegeing. Coupled with the growth in the number of high school graduates, the number of college students has surged, creating a phenomenon of oversupply. Scarcity is expensive, and the value of a university degree is gradually depreciating.
Second, the difficulty of finding employment for graduates has also exacerbated the decline of university qualifications. With the implementation of the policy of expanding the enrollment of colleges and universities, the competitive pressure of college graduates has increased. In the current economic situation, many enterprises and institutions are facing operating pressure, and the recruitment positions are limited, which is difficult to accommodate such a large number of graduates. As a result, only a few people are able to find jobs that match their academic qualifications, and most graduates have to choose to return to their own family class and engage in ordinary work.
In addition, the decline in the importance of university qualifications has accelerated the process of its existence. With the popularization of knowledge and the development of information technology, higher education is no longer the only way to obtain knowledge. People can get the knowledge they need online, through self-study, etc., and they don't have to go through a university education. As a result, there is less reliance on university degrees and a greater focus on practical abilities and experience.
Of course, these factors are not the only reasons for the existence of a university degree. But what is certain is that the dilemma of university qualifications will have an impact on the employment situation in the next decade. However, this should not make us take a university degree lightly. Although a university degree may no longer be a stepping stone to secure employment, it is still an important way for a person to improve their quality and expand their horizons. Only by combining practical experience and personal ability can you stand out in the fierce competition for employment.
In such a dire situation, how should college students respond? First of all, it is necessary to establish a correct concept of employment. University is not only to find a good job, but also a platform to improve one's overall quality and knowledge level. Second, we should pay attention to the cultivation of professional ability. Regardless of whether a university degree exists in name only, professional competence is always a core requirement in the talent market. Finally, it is necessary to actively expand employment channels. In addition to traditional enterprises and institutions, you can also consider entrepreneurship, self-employment and other ways to open up personal development space.
What will happen to university degrees in the next decade is impossible to predict exactly. However, we should be aware that the value and significance of a college degree is not entirely about getting a job. It represents a spirit of pursuing knowledge and advocating wisdom, and is a symbol of the progress of human civilization. Although the employment situation is grim, we still have to stick to our original intention, cherish the learning opportunities we have, and constantly strive to improve ourselves to create a broader stage for our future.