The index shows that companies focusing on skills rather than degrees hire more inclusively, with top firms paying 130% more on average than bottom-ranked firms.
Rajiv Chandrasekaran emphasized that the index targets opportunities for the majority, focusing on approachable roles rather than those requiring advanced degrees.
Despite the wage gap, promotion opportunities are stagnant—with only 20% of companies increasing promotional chances while many cut hiring for non-degree holders.
The 2024 index highlights a troubling trend where a significant number of companies are tightening the job market for those without traditional qualifications.
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