“A Study on Bridging the Gap between Academic Curricula and Industry Expectations in Mumbai.”

DOI: https://doie.org/10.10399/APER.2025104879

Authors:

Dr. Shabana Gufran Khan, Ms. Virti Sanjay Sanghavi

Keywords:

Academic-Industry Gap, Curriculum Modernization, Employment Readiness, Practical Training.

Abstract:

Academic curricula differences from industrial demands lower graduates' employment potential while remaining as a major difficulty in the fast-changing global labor market. The current workplace needs require academic education to adjust its standards according to changing technologies and industries. The mismatch between education and workforce needs results in greater difficulties for new graduates to gain employment entry. The issue must be solved to enhance employment readiness and economic growth.

This research seeks to identify significant gaps which exist between academic curriculum competencies and industry demanded capabilities. The study examines how much educational content diverges from industrial needs by analyzing curriculum modernity that prepares students for industrial challenges. This research explores the three key elements affecting this equilibrium disruption including outdated curriculum content, inadequate industrial experience programs and deficient training in soft skills.

The research collects information from students alongside employers and educators and verifies professional standards in numerous sectors of business operations. Educational results demonstrate that learning institutions must adopt adaptive teaching materials while implementing practical student projects and develop more partnerships between academic institutions and business organizations.

The study addresses these problems by offering effective strategies to bridge the gap between academic institutions and corporate enterprises. A workforce capable of facing modern industry needs can be developed when educational institutions implement specific curricula and introduce practical internships while teaching skills directly and developing better policy standards.

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