University graduates do not have marketable skills, says lecturer

University lecturer has said majority of university graduates are unable to compete favourably in the job market because they lack soft skills. Mount Kenya University deputy vice chancellor in-charge of campuses Prof Evans Kerosi said there is a big gap between university courses and market needs. He said something needs to be done to reverse the situation. Kerosi said there is need to overhaul Kenya's universities curriculum to achieve quality. “The type of curriculum and training offered in our universities does not equip students with proper skills needed in the job market. There is need...