This study examined the ramifications of the skill gap and the ways in which it can be mitigated. It touches upon numerous facets of employability, such as the skills needed and the strength or weakness of a university's curriculum. The stark differences between how employers perceive recent graduates and the ways in which graduates perceive their own employability options is explored. While the implications of this study are applicable to various fields, the Information Technology (IT) industry is focused upon. After illustrating the challenges posed due to the skill gap, steps designed to counteract its negative impact are discussed. The study concludes a dynamic curriculum focusing on the expectations of employers must be achieved to bridge the skill gap. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com.bibliotheek.ehb.be/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]