DefinePK

Abstract

 
 The current study aimed to examine graduates’ perceptions regarding their career readiness.Moreover, it focused on gaps in digital literacy, technical skills, and labor market alignment. Thestudy collected data from 800 university students from all major provinces, such as Punjab,Sindh, KPK, Baluchistan, Gilgit Baltistan (GB), and Kashmir. Using advanced methodologies,such as correspondence analysis, factor analysis, and decision tree models, the results revealedcritical gaps in Artificial Intelligence (AI) awareness, practical competencies, and careerguidance among university students. It implied that Pakistan's traditional education system isunable to equip graduates for the technology-driven job market. The study recommended anurgent need for educational reforms, emphasizing the integration of digital literacy,entrepreneurship training, and enhanced career guidance.