Young people today are better qualified than they were in the past. Some people argue that this is because competition for jobs is greater than it used to be. Others say that people only continue their education because the opportunities exist for them to do so. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

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The overall quality of well educated professionals has been significantly increased in the past few decades. Most of young graduates choose to take on extra courses
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to general ones. It is believed by many that
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fact is caused by increased competition for employment, while others think that
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is more affordable which results in a higher level of qualification.
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effect. Due to the availability of a broad range of colleges, universities as well as postgraduate courses,
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is available for almost everyone. Recent statistical researches have shown that even with increased tuition costs,
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the education industry
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growing
at 10% each year. Since students have access to various grants, loans and international programs, it is understandable why many people see
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one of the main contributors to improve their qualification level.
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, modern employment standards
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young professionals to take a bachelor’s degree or even master’s to have a better chance in
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’s job market. As an example, of the two recent graduates the one who has better qualifications in the required area will be chosen.
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, mature
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that just a few decades ago conditions were not as tough as
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.
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, that might be the reason why many students have to improve their skills in keeping with competitive circumstances. In conclusion, nowadays people are more qualified than they used to be.
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or challenging job market requirements. Despite the fact that the
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is more affordable, I personally believe that competition for employment is the real reason for improving
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quality
and it is expected to increase in near future.

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