Government-university-industry Nexus : a Triple Helix Review of Employment Options for College Graduates in Zamboanga City, Philippines

Using the Triple Helix framework as a theoretical lens, this study focuses on the interactions among government, academia, and industry, and how they impact the employability of college graduates. This study analyzes the roles of government, academia, and industry in addressing the skills mismatch between college graduates and industry demands. The study draws on local references and data sources to provide an overview of the current state of employment opportunities for college graduates in Zamboanga City. The study finds that government policies have aimed to address the skills mismatch, but implementation has been insufficient. Universities have made efforts to align their programs with industry demands but need to strengthen their industry-academia linkages. Industry has also made efforts to bridge the skills gap but struggles with the availability of qualified candidates. The study recommends collaborative efforts among the government, academia, and industry to address the skills mismatch by providing more opportunities for industry-academia collaboration, developing skills training programs, and strengthening labor market information systems. Overall, the study contributes to the discussion on improving employment opportunities for college graduates in Zamboanga City and has implications for other regions in the Philippines and other countries facing similar challenges