חלקה של ההשכלה הגבוהה בלמידה לאורך החיים של עובדי תעשייה עתירת ידע בישראל

The rapid pace of change in our daily lives renders the ability to acquire new skills and accept new ideas a prerequisite for a successful career. Lifelong learning is a concept that refers to the ongoing commitment to acquire skills and knowledge through learning how to learn and love of learning. This study examines university-industry transition patterns to determine the role higher education plays in the lifelong learning of Israeli high-tech employees. Our analysis of 1,448 LinkedIn profiles of Israeli high-tech employees revealed patterns in the number and timing of transitions between university and industry. The study found that multiple university-industry transitions were associated with higher career achievements while the timing of academic degree acquisition relatively to job market entrance was found to be not significant. The study also observed the phenomenon of acquiring two degrees of the same level in different fields at different times. Based on those findings, the authors recommend that higher education institutions accommodate academic degrees that allow personalized curriculum to a certain extent. We also recommend that regulatory bodies develop policies that encourage employers to make it possible for employees to pursue a degree while working.