Abstract: The employability of management graduates has emerged as a critical issue in contemporary times, with employers increasingly emphasizing the dual importance of technical competencies and soft skills. While management education equips students with domain-specific knowledge, industries often report gaps in practical application, communication, adaptability, and leadership. This paper explores the soft and technical skills essential for enhancing the employability of management graduates, analyzing the expectations of employers, the preparedness of students, and the alignment of academic curricula with industry needs. The study adopts a descriptive research design, reviewing existing literature, employer surveys, and skill development models. Findings indicate that management graduates require a balanced skill set that integrates technical proficiencies such as data analytics, digital literacy, and financial acumen with soft skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence. The paper concludes with recommendations for educational institutions, industries, and policymakers to collaborate in fostering holistic skill development among management students.

Keywords: Employability, Management Graduates, Soft Skills, Technical Skills, Industry-Academia Gap.