TY  - JOUR
AB  - Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.Findings This research paper concentrates on the digital competencies of graduates applying for economist and business manager roles, and how these are perceived by employers assessing their suitability for a job. Surveying the respondents revealed that, in descending order, the digital competencies of content development, problem solving, security, and communication are sought after by employers during candidate suitability assessment exercises, whereas competency in digital information management isn't universally expected.Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.
VL  - 28
IS  - 3
SN  - 0967-0734
DO  - 10.1108/HRMID-12-2019-0295
UR  - https://doi.org/10.1108/HRMID-12-2019-0295
PY  - 2020
Y1  - 2020/01/01
TI  - The impact of digital competencies on job candidate suitability: A model for assessing graduates seeking economist and business manager roles
T2  - Human Resource Management International Digest
PB  - Emerald Publishing Limited
SP  - 21
EP  - 22
Y2  - 2024/04/25
ER  -