General information on ranking

Name of the ranking GEURS - The Global Employability University Ranking and Survey
Name of person in charge of ranking Sandrine Belloc, Simon Chervin
E-mail of person in charge of ranking communications@emerging.fr
Website of the ranking https://www.emerging.fr/geurs/ranking
Publication frequency annual
First year of publication 2010
Most recent year of publication 2024
Date of last update 2024-12-30
Ranking organization Emerging Group
Website of the methodology https://www.emerging.fr/geurs/methodology
Methodology

GEURS is the only TOP 250 University ranking exclusively based on employers direct assessment. It is focused on graduates' employability and the future of work. The ranking is produced by Emerging Group, and it is published and promoted worldwide with their global partner, Times Higher Education.

KEY FOCUS AREAS

125 criteria, grouped into 35 indicators form the basis of the GEUR  employability performance evaluation Framework. They are organized under the following six key drivers: 

Work Expertise: The specialized knowledge and practical skills relevant to the specific job or industry.

Graduate Skills: Foundational skills like critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving, typically developed during academic studies.

Digital Mindset: The ability to engage with and leverage technology, from basic tools to advanced digital solutions, and adapt to digital transformations in the workplace.

Internationality: The ability to work across cultures, adapt to global environments, and leverage diverse perspectives in a globalized workforce.

Specialization: Deep expertise in a specific area or field, often developed through higher education, professional development, or industry experience.

Academic Excellence: High academic performance, which reflects an individual’s ability to apply knowledge and perform effectively in academic settings.

Additional information

  • Internet users access to ranking: open access
  • Language of publication: English
  • Main target groups: employers, students and parents
  • Level of comparison: institutional: 250
  • Major dimensions covered: employability
  • Structure of presentation: ordinary presentation (league tables)
  • Data sources: survey conducted by Trendence Institute GmbH
  • Website of the ranking organization: https://www.emerging.fr
  • Types of the ranking organization: commercial/for-profit
  • Types of rankings: specialized