Business Insider: Employers Say They Don’t Care If You Went To College. Most Still Seem To.
Despite employers increasingly dropping degree requirements, there remains hesitation in hiring based solely on skills. Many firms still prefer candidates with a college degree, and skills-based hiring is happening at a slower pace than anticipated. While research shows that hiring for skills can lead to better job performance and retention, traditional filters like degrees remain a significant barrier. More changes in hiring practices are needed to open opportunities for workers without degrees.