The AlmaLaurea 2024 Report reveals for the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, which has been at the top on a national scale for years, a further increase in the average salary of its graduates together with an employment rate in 1 and 5 years well above the regional average and that national. The AlmaLaurea 2024 data, as regards the employment situation, once again show for Unimore employment rates higher than the regional and national average and an average salary of first and second level graduates that continues to grow, highlighting how an experience quality training and the skills acquired can positively influence job prospects and salary levels. For several years, Unimore has also paid specific attention to the paths to access the world of work, offering concrete support in the transition from degree to employment, also thanks to constant comparison with the productive, social and institutional fabric of the area.
One year after obtaining the three-year degree, the employment rate, which considers all those engaged in a paid activity, work or training, to be employed, stands at 81.9%, while the unemployment rate, calculated on the labor force, i.e. on those who are already entered or intend to enter the labor market, at 5.4%, remains substantially in line with that of 2023, in which it had halved compared to the previous year.
The report also highlights the numbers relating to second level (or master’s) graduates, which show an employment rate of 84.8% one year after obtaining the qualification (against a national average of 75.7% and regional of 79.1%), a percentage that rises significantly five years after graduation: 91.3% (national average 88.2% and regional average 89.6%).
74.2% of Unimore graduates work in the private sector, while 24.8% work in the public sector; 1.0% work in non-profits. The services sector absorbs 66.1%, while industry accounts for 32.7% of those employed; The share of those working in the agricultural sector is 1.1%.
Regarding salaries, the 2024 report highlights that the average for Unimore graduates is 1,506 euros net per month one year after graduation (national average 1,432 euros and regional 1,447). This value tends to increase further five years after graduation, reaching 1,840 euros (national average 1,768 euros and regional 1,773) and confirming the excellent prospects offered by the University.
Finally, as regards the profile of graduates, the results of the 2024 Report show a high general satisfaction with the university experience lived by students: 86.4% of graduates are satisfied with the relationship with the teaching staff and 85 % consider the study load adequate for the duration of the course. Regarding the infrastructures made available by the University, 87.4% of the graduates who used them considered the classrooms adequate. More generally, 90.5% of
graduates declare themselves satisfied with the university experience as a whole.
“This year too we are faced with important data – comments the rector of Unimore, Carlo Adolfo Porro –. These numbers highlight the great commitment made by the University at all levels to maintain a high level of quality. The employment rate of our graduates, higher than the regional and national average, and the increase in average salary demonstrate the relevance of our study paths in the job market. We are proud of our graduates and their ability to excel in an increasingly competitive working environment A success that would not be possible without the high level of our teachers, technical-administrative staff and constant collaboration with local businesses and institutions. We will continue to invest in infrastructure and research, in order to further increase well-being of male and female students. Our goal is to train competent and prepared professionals, capable of facing future challenges and contributing positively to society”.
