Cengage’s 2026 Employability Report Special Edition – Instructor Perspective on Workplace Readiness reveals a disconnect in how educators view today’s graduates. While most instructors say graduates are workforce-ready, 58% believe they are less prepared than those a decade ago, citing declines in critical thinking, communication and work ethic. Read the full report to learn which skills instructors believe will define success and how higher education can better prepare students to meet the moment.
Graduate Employability Report
Each year, Cengage's Graduate Employability Report analyzes the job prospects of recent graduates and the role education plays in shaping their readiness. The research report polls recent graduates, instructors and employers (individuals responsible for hiring across various industries).