Exploring Ensam Undergraduates’ Perceptions of Soft Skills in Relation With Their Intercultural Communicative Competence

The literature on engineering education consistently emphasizes the importance of soft skills in the workplace. However, engineering students may not fully recognize the significance of these skills for their future employability and career progression. This paper investigates how undergraduates at the National Graduate School of Arts and Crafts (ENSAM - Meknes) assess their proficiency in soft skills and their perceptions of the role these skills play in their post-graduation employment. Additionally, the study explores the relationship between soft skills proficiency and intercultural communicative competence, aiming to offer practical recommendations for enhancing the design of soft skills development curricula.