This study aims to: (1) map self-concept needs in the era of IR 4.0; (2) mapping the graduation capability needs in the era of IR 4.0; and (3) mapping the efforts of universities to increase the absorption of graduates of vocational students. The method used is a qualitative method. Data collection techniques with interviews, documentation, literature review, and observation. The research subjects included lecturers, students, and stakeholders. Data analysis techniques through data reduction, data interpretation and triangulation. Conclusions from this study indicate that: (1) the need for self-concept in the era of IR 4.0 in vocational students includes internal dimensions (the identity self, the behavioural self, the judging self), and external dimensions (physical self, moral ethical self, personal self, family self, social self); (2) the need for graduation capability in the era of IR 4.0 in vocational students includes speed in taking effective and appropriate actions, the ability to map the vision and mission of life, the ability to cooperate with everyone, being able to adapt to all conditions of the work environment; and (3) higher education efforts in the field of vocational education to increase the absorption of graduates of vocational fields including the application of the synchronized curriculum of DU / DI needs, expansion of the number and quality of vocational education institutions, cooperation with graduate users, development of tracer studies, and student entrepreneurship improvement.