Unveiling the Distinctive Impact of Vocational Schools Link and Match Collaboration with Industries for Holistic Workforce Readiness

This study examines vocational schools (VS) collaborative ventures, focusing on the VS Center of Excellence and its partnerships with local industries. The research explores how these collaborations shape a skilled workforce by investigating the Link and Match policy’s impact. Specifically studying...

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Main Authors: Yoto, Suyetno Agus, Wibawa Aji Prasetya, Paryono, Romadin Achmad
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Language:English
Published: De Gruyter 2024-12-01
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1515/edu-2024-0045
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description This study examines vocational schools (VS) collaborative ventures, focusing on the VS Center of Excellence and its partnerships with local industries. The research explores how these collaborations shape a skilled workforce by investigating the Link and Match policy’s impact. Specifically studying machining engineering and construction in East Java, the research employs a multi-case qualitative approach to reveal context-specific insights. The study combines qualitative methods like interviews and observations with quantitative techniques such as surveys using a mixed-method approach. The sample comprises internship supervisors from significant industries in East Java, selected through proportionate random sampling. Thematic analysis is used for qualitative data, while descriptive statistics and Likert scale analysis handle quantitative data. The research offers insights into workforce needs by emphasizing technical competencies and soft skills development. It also looks ahead, considering the long-term effects of collaborative initiatives on graduates and industries. The study informs policymakers and educators by identifying challenges and aiming to enhance vocational education strategies. However, it is essential to recognize data collection biases and limitations in generalizability to other locations or sectors, which should be considered when interpreting findings and planning future research.
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spelling doaj-art-2e33e4b34d6e453db0c7a3ad49c676652025-01-02T05:56:40ZengDe GruyterOpen Education Studies2544-78312024-12-016116417910.1515/edu-2024-0045Unveiling the Distinctive Impact of Vocational Schools Link and Match Collaboration with Industries for Holistic Workforce ReadinessYoto0Suyetno Agus1Wibawa Aji Prasetya2Paryono3Romadin Achmad4Department of Mechanical Engineering and Industrial, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Negeri Malang, Malang, IndonesiaDepartment of Mechanical Engineering and Industrial, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Negeri Malang, Malang, IndonesiaDepartment of Electrical Engineering and Informatics, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Negeri Malang, Malang, IndonesiaSEAMEO VOCTECH Regional Centre, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei DarussalamMechanical Engineering Education, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Negeri Makassar, Makassar, IndonesiaThis study examines vocational schools (VS) collaborative ventures, focusing on the VS Center of Excellence and its partnerships with local industries. The research explores how these collaborations shape a skilled workforce by investigating the Link and Match policy’s impact. Specifically studying machining engineering and construction in East Java, the research employs a multi-case qualitative approach to reveal context-specific insights. The study combines qualitative methods like interviews and observations with quantitative techniques such as surveys using a mixed-method approach. The sample comprises internship supervisors from significant industries in East Java, selected through proportionate random sampling. Thematic analysis is used for qualitative data, while descriptive statistics and Likert scale analysis handle quantitative data. The research offers insights into workforce needs by emphasizing technical competencies and soft skills development. It also looks ahead, considering the long-term effects of collaborative initiatives on graduates and industries. The study informs policymakers and educators by identifying challenges and aiming to enhance vocational education strategies. However, it is essential to recognize data collection biases and limitations in generalizability to other locations or sectors, which should be considered when interpreting findings and planning future research.https://doi.org/10.1515/edu-2024-0045vocational schoolsvs center of excellencelink and match policyindustry collaborationholistic workforce readinesseast javasoft skills development
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Unveiling the Distinctive Impact of Vocational Schools Link and Match Collaboration with Industries for Holistic Workforce Readiness
Open Education Studies
vocational schools
vs center of excellence
link and match policy
industry collaboration
holistic workforce readiness
east java
soft skills development
title Unveiling the Distinctive Impact of Vocational Schools Link and Match Collaboration with Industries for Holistic Workforce Readiness
title_full Unveiling the Distinctive Impact of Vocational Schools Link and Match Collaboration with Industries for Holistic Workforce Readiness
title_fullStr Unveiling the Distinctive Impact of Vocational Schools Link and Match Collaboration with Industries for Holistic Workforce Readiness
title_full_unstemmed Unveiling the Distinctive Impact of Vocational Schools Link and Match Collaboration with Industries for Holistic Workforce Readiness
title_short Unveiling the Distinctive Impact of Vocational Schools Link and Match Collaboration with Industries for Holistic Workforce Readiness
title_sort unveiling the distinctive impact of vocational schools link and match collaboration with industries for holistic workforce readiness
topic vocational schools
vs center of excellence
link and match policy
industry collaboration
holistic workforce readiness
east java
soft skills development
url https://doi.org/10.1515/edu-2024-0045
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