The capabilities of social sciences in responding to the requirements of the labor market in Arab countries

Abstract

Higher education sector receives attention from all contemporary countries, including Arab nations, with training in social sciences being one of its crucial
aspects. While higher education primarily aims to provide qualifications enabling graduates to enter the job market, social science training in Arab countries has been criticized for its insufficient ability to keep pace with labor market demands. This criticism arises from the large number of university graduates in various social science disciplines, leading to a devaluation of these fields due to their conventional training methods. The importance of training in social sciences stems from both its role in fulfilling the educational purpose of universities and its status in advanced countries, yet the outcome of such training remains unclear. This ambiguity persists whether considering the general reality of the labor market in Arab countries or the developmental perspective's impact on the status of social science training in these nations, despite the efforts made and ongoing by Arab regimes.