The Importance of Communication Competency for Employability

Abstract

Nowadays university is changing in favour of the employability of graduates. It is understood that a university curriculum should be consistent with the demands of employment and self-employment, especially at higher education levels. This analysis conceptually defines “skill” and “employability”, and focuses on communicative competence. University is perceived as being responsible for responding to the European labor market by adapting its criteria and preparing students for future employment.It is believed that communicative competence can greatly help new graduates to develop their potential, both socially and occupationally. It has been found that, regardless of the job in question, some of the most sought-after skills are related to interpersonal relations, adaptability and negotiation skills. Communicative competences have also been studied using pedagogical, linguistic and communicative approaches.This analysis suggests that the importance of communicative competences should be included in the new educational context to enhance the employability and productive force of future graduates.