The report on the employability of master's degree graduates in Catalonia, which reveals valuable labor market data, publishes in its 8th edition the current situation of graduate students.
Thanks to the participation of more than 15,000 people -and a database of more than 40,000 responses-, the AQU (Agency for the Quality of the University System of Catalonia) has been able to highlight in its report the increase in online modalities, the wide range of masters in Catalonia, and the quality of the programs according to current standards.
6 out of 10 graduates perform specific functions related to their master's studies."
- AQU Report
In terms of labor conditions, there is an evident increase in contractual stability, a result of the 2022 labor reform.
Studying for a master's degree increases the chances of promotion and salary improvement
The AQU 2023 report studies the quality of master's degrees in Catalonia on criteria such as the adequacy of the objectives of the master's degree to the needs of the labor market, the quality of the contents and the methodology.
Overall satisfaction with the work is remarkable, with an average rating of 8 out of 10."
- AQU Report
The AQU also presents data on the qualifications of graduates in different skills, both in teamwork, problem solving, critical thinking, creativity and innovation, and English. In addition, mention is made of the occupational quality of university graduates, measured through the Occupational Quality Index (ICO) graduates are asked about their satisfaction with their studies and their occupation.
The wide range of master's degree offerings allows students to find a program that fits their interests and goals."
- AQU Report
In short, the results of the report are very positive, demonstrating that Catalan master's degrees offer high quality training that prepares students for the national and international labor market.
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Matching the objectives of the master's degree to the needs of the labor market: Catalan universities work closely with companies to identify the competencies and skills needed by professionals.
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Quality of content and methodology: The online modality is consolidating and continues to grow. According to the Ministry of Universities' student statistics, 305.602 students opted for distance university education. The contents are updated and relevant, and the methodology used is effective for student learning.
1 out of every 3 students take their master's degree through an online methodology, a fact that evidences the importance of this modality in educational training."
- AQU Report
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Faculty training and experience: The faculty of the Catalan master's programs is well trained and experienced, guaranteeing the high-quality teaching that students receive.
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Student learning outcomes: Catalan master's students achieve the expected learning outcomes. This shows that masters in Catalonia prepare students for the labor market.
Master's degrees, a source of talent attraction and retention
At La Salle-URL we once again demonstrate the effort for academic excellence by placing two master's degrees among the five best in Spain according to the ranking of El Mundo Masters online 2023. This evaluates the quality of the programs according to their area of study.
Specifically, the Online Master's Degree in Project Management and the Online Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management rank fourth in their respective disciplines due to their practical approach, methodology, high employability and internationalization.
These results are a recognition of the university's effort to offer high quality training, adapted to the needs of the labor market. At La Salle-URL we have an expert faculty and a team of professionals who offer students a unique learning experience.
Both programs follow hybrid methodologies -online and face-to-face- that facilitate learning and allow, through our virtual campus, personalized training, thus adapting to the individual needs of each student.
The online Master's Degree in Project Management is a comprehensive training program that prepares students to successfully lead projects. The program combines theory and practice and offers students the opportunity to work on real projects with partner companies.
The online Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management is a program that provides students with a global view of the supply chain. The program covers all areas of the supply chain, from planning and sourcing to logistics and transportation.
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