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Articles & Guides
Understanding Nepal's Skills Gap: A Beginner's Guide
A comprehensive introduction to what skills gap analysis means, why it matters, and how it's being addressed in Nepal's context.
Employer's Guide to Conducting Skills Gap Assessments
Step-by-step guide for HR managers and business owners on how to identify, measure, and address skills gaps within their organisations.
The Future of Work in Nepal: Skills for 2030
Analysis of emerging job roles and skill requirements expected by 2030 based on global trends adapted for Nepal's economic context.
Student Career Planning Guide — Nepal 2025
Practical guide helping students align their studies and extracurricular activities with Nepal's in-demand skills and career pathways.
Industry-Academia Collaboration Models: Case Studies
Analysis of successful collaboration models between industry and academia from Nepal and comparable developing economies in South Asia.
Webinar Recording: Digital Skills in Nepal's IT Sector
Recording of our May 2025 webinar featuring industry experts discussing the most critical digital skill requirements for Nepal's IT sector.
Downloadable Resources
Glossary of Skills Gap Terms
Skills Gap
The difference between the skills employees currently have and the skills required by employers to perform job roles effectively.
Competency Framework
A structured set of skills, knowledge, and behaviours required for effective performance in a specific role or occupation.
Skills Mismatch
When an individual's qualifications and competencies don't align with the requirements of available jobs in the labour market.
TVET
Technical and Vocational Education and Training — programs that develop practical, job-specific skills for trades and technical occupations.
Labour Market Information (LMI)
Data about employment trends, job vacancies, wages, and skill requirements used to inform education and workforce development decisions.
Employability
A person's ability to gain and maintain employment, encompassing technical skills, soft skills, attitude, and adaptability.
Curriculum Alignment
The process of ensuring educational programs are designed to meet specific learning outcomes that match real-world competency requirements.
Industry Advisory Board
A group of industry representatives who advise academic institutions on curriculum content and ensuring graduate employability.
Soft Skills
Non-technical interpersonal skills including communication, teamwork, problem-solving, adaptability, and leadership.
Digital Literacy
The ability to use digital tools, platforms, and technologies effectively in professional and everyday contexts.