The Graduate Readiness Assessment is one of the national assessments launched by the Education and Training Evaluation Commission (ETEC).
It aims to measure the readiness of university students and graduates to enter the labor market by evaluating the core skills and knowledge required for effective professional performance in modern work environments.
The assessment focuses on a set of key competencies, including:
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Professional and behavioral competencies
• Career readiness and awareness of labor market requirements
The Graduate Readiness Assessment contributes to:
• Enabling students to identify their level of professional readiness
• Supporting universities in enhancing learning outcomes and improving the quality of academic programs
• Strengthening graduates’ employability by aligning their skills with labor market needs
Furthermore, the assessment serves as an important national tool that supports the objectives of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 in developing human capabilities and improving the efficiency of the national workforce.
