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This paper reports  employability skills determination using exploratory blended method from the viewpoint of the experts of higher education, graduates, the workforce and experts in the field of employability .Sampling method in the qualitative section was purposeful and theoretical sampling. The qualitative data collection was carried out through in-depth interviews and constant comparison of the findings with the research literature and analyzed with Glaser model. The statistical population consisted of faculty members of Tehran universities (N= 335). . In this research, 66 components of employability were identified which were categorized into three main categories of general knowledge and skills, and knowledge and specialized skills of the field, knowledge and skills related to the work environment , personal attitudes . The teamwork and group work component was recognized as the most important component of employability.