CAREER-READY, NOT JUST DEGREE-READY: THE POWER OF VOCATIONAL EDUCATION
In today’s rapidly evolving global economy, the traditional model of higher education focused primarily on theory and academic knowledge is being reexamined. The traditional higher education model, which placed a strong emphasis on theory and academic knowledge, is being reexamined in light of the quickly changing global economy of today. Companies in all sectors are looking for graduates who are not just educated but also skilled, flexible, and prepared to contribute right away. Vocational education has gained attention as a result of this change, particularly for undergraduates who want to close the knowledge gap between the classroom and practical application. Programs that give students specialized trade, technical, or practical skills related to particular vocations are referred to as vocational education, sometimes known as career and technical education (CTE). Unlike traditional degree programs that focus heavily on theory, vocational education emphasizes hands-on training...