WORKPLACE PRODUCTIVITY CHALLENGES OF BUSINESS COURSE GRADUATES

The findings revealed seven themes of work productivity challenges: educational job mismatched, challenges for effective communication, burnout and disorganization, poor work-life balance, lack of relevant work experience and insufficient skill development opportunities, stressful workplace and interpersonal conflicts, and limited career growth and job insecurity. The study highlights the need for curriculum enhancement, stronger industry partnerships, and for graduates themselves to engage in continuous professional development for competency enhancement.