Journal of Educational and Learning Studies
Vol 9, No 1 (2026): Journal of Educational and Learning Studies

Link and match implementation enhancing graduate capability and employability in vocational education

Tika Sylviani Gusti (Universitas Negeri Padang)
Yasdinul Huda (Universitas Negeri Padang)
Mukhlidi Muskhir (Universitas Negeri Padang)
M. Giatman (Universitas Negeri Padang)



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Publish Date
30 Jun 2026

Abstract

Objective: This study examined the effects of Link and Match implementation on graduate capability and graduate employability in vocational education. Methods: A quantitative explanatory survey was conducted involving 116 respondents selected through total sampling from SMK Muhammadiyah 2 Cileungsi, including school management, Grade XII students, graduates, and industry representatives. Data were collected using a validated five-point Likert questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson and Spearman correlation, and multiple linear regression. Results: Graduate capability showed the strongest relationship with employability (r = 0.636), while Link and Match implementation significantly influenced graduate capability and employability. Together, both predictors explained 49.7% of the variance in graduate employability (R² = 0.497, p < 0.001). Conclusions: Strengthening sustainable school–industry collaboration and competency-based learning is essential for improving graduate capability and enhancing employability in vocational education.

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Journal of Educational and Learning Studies ISSN: 2655-2760 (Print), ISSN 2655-2779 (Electronic) is an international, peer-reviewed journal and scientific journal manages Global Econedu. The journal welcomes original research articles, review papers, and conceptual studies in the fields of ...