One more reason to consider liberal arts college

New York University's student newspaper published an article on "Job market for college graduates of 2008." It highlighted the fact that companies put a premium on qualities like communication and interpersonal skills in their applicant. No matter where you look and whatever the career path you want to take on, you simply cannot escape from the following most wanted skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Strong work ethic Analytical abilities
• Flexibility/Adaptability
• Attention to detail
• Honesty & integrity
• Interpersonal Skills
• Teamwork skills
• Motivation/Initiative
• Computer Skills

No wonder then, many employers send their recruiters to liberal arts colleges, arguably the best place to master the most important ingredients for career and life. To read the full report from NYU, click here.

Here is an excerpt:

Liberal arts majors are also in strong demand, especially as employers are beginning to place more importance on "soft" skills in the workplace. In a recent survey asking employers to rate the most desirable qualities in a prospective candidate, interpersonal skills came in only slightly behind communications skills and a strong work ethic."We are looking for candidates to be in a continuous learning mode, have a positive attitude and demonstrate a global perspective in their thinking and actions," said Blane Ruschak, national director of campus recruiting for the professional services firm KPMG. Especially in less technical professions, employers are looking for people who have acquired the suite of critical and communication skills typical to many liberal arts majors.