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OKEKE-UZODIKE, OE  y  NAUDE, M. The Perceived Work-Readiness of Supply Chain University Graduates at a Large FMCG company. JCMAN [online]. 2018, vol.15, n.1, pp.424-446. ISSN 1815-7440.

With the increasing youth unemployment rate, the gap between supply and demand for graduates continues to widen. Therefore, higher institutions of learning need to align themselves more closely with the needs of businesses and equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills that will enable them to make effective contributions in the workplace. This study provides insight into the work readiness of University of KwaZulu-Natal supply chain management graduates who were appointed at a leading fast moving goods and consumer company in Durban. This is a descriptive and explanatory study, and data was collected through semi-structured interviews with 16 participants. The findings revealed that graduates are work ready but require additional support such as training and development from the employer. The findings of the study will contribute to the body of knowledge on graduates' employability by providing insight into the work readiness of University of KwaZulu-Natal supply chain management graduates. The findings and recommendations of this study are also of value to those in curriculum development.

Palabras clave : Employers; educational institutions; graduates; teaching and learning and supply chain management.

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