Career Planning Research Articles

Empirical Research on Student Satisfaction with Career Services in Public Universities

Providing long-term career guidance is an increasingly important role of public universities. Career services have become one of the most important evaluation factors for universities. This study used a mixed-methods approach to track and measure students satisfaction with career services in a public university in China. We designed and validated a questionnaire, then distributed it to university students. The questionnaire explored factors comprising the perceived quality of career services, with 20 quality indicators (e.g., employment skills training). According to the results, the perceived usefulness of career services was statistically significantly correlated with student satisfaction. The factors affecting student satisfaction varied with students’ grades. All 20 indicators had an impact on student satisfaction. The top three indicators contributing to higher satisfaction levels were the teacher’s teaching capacity, teacher’s knowledge, and guidance on career planning. The results led us to suggest that public universities can strengthen career services by enlisting the participation of all teachers, developing student-centered programs, and offering a wide variety of enrichment activities to improve the employability of graduates.

Research on Career Planning Education for College Students Based on the Cultivation of Psychological Capital

Research on Career Planning Education for College Students Based on the Cultivation of Psychological Capital

“So, That Would Have Been Useful”: Curriculum in LIS in Support of Liaison Librarian Preparation

LIS education has historically come under fire for what some perceive as a disconnect between what is taught in the classroom and what the job really entails. This study is part of a larger research study that used a sequential explanatory mixed-methods design to investigate liaison librarians’ perceptions of their academic preparation to take on the liaison role, specifically whether and how their LIS program curriculum prepared them for this role. This qualitative strand of the study relied on in-depth semi-structured interviews of survey participants to explore two research questions: What are the perceptions of academic liaison librarians regarding the degree to which their programs prepared them for their current role? And which factors influenced these perceptions? This research identified the main reasons hindering the effectiveness of LIS education for preparing librarians for the liaison role to be a range of complex issues that LIS programs and educators should consider, such as changing career plans among students who did not initially plan to become liaison librarians, students not taking certain courses due to scheduling or course timing issues, and the abstract nature of some course content which obscures connections to real-world practice. Participants also identified courses in collection development, reference, instruction, and research methods as those that should take center stage when preparing liaison librarians. These results have the potential to inform various aspects of LIS program curriculum planning and design and provide course-selection guidance for LIS students considering a career in academic libraries.

Career Related Stress among Adolescents

Adolescence is a transitional stage of physical and mental development that occurs between childhood and adulthood. This transitional involves biological, social and psychological change . Choosing a right career during adolescence is very important. Career development and career plans in adolescence are related to both mental and physical health and can have long-term outcomes. The study Career Related Stress among Adolescent was undertaken purposively in Faizabad city of Uttar Pradesh state. The study was conducted on a sample of 100 adolescent, which are randomly selected for the study. The major objectives were :- . To Check and analyze level of career related stress among adolescent. . To Check and analyze the factors responsible for career related stress among adolescent. . To analyze various stress reducing strategies adapted by adolescent. In the process of investigation, a Scale of Vocational Stress( SVC, from Bisht Battery of Stress Scale ), and a stress coping strategy scale were used. Results highlight that most of the adolescent respondents experienced moderate stress followed by low level of stress and high level of stress. Most of the adolescents adopted moderate to low level of negative coping styles and moderate to high levels of positive coping strategies.

Impact of female role models and mentors in career development: evidence from the Korean Central Government

ABSTRACT Considerable research has been conducted on women’s career development within the Korean government. However, there is little to no research that targets female civil servants at specific grades – in this case Grade 5 – to examine organizational factors that may influence their decision to remain in public service or strive for higher-ranked positions. Utilizing survey data from 81 female civil servants from the Korean Central Government, this study employed ordered logistic regression and qualitative analysis to investigate the perceived influence of same-gender role models and mentors, including their impact on promotion aspirations and turnover intentions. Findings reveal that these influential figures have a nuanced impact on women’s turnover intentions; however, they did not lead to a significant impact on promotion aspirations. Still, the women in this study reported other positive influences from same-gender role models and mentors, such as workplace guidance, emotional and cognitive support, assistance with problem-solving, and career planning.

Application of Career Management in Improving the Job Satisfaction of Civil Servants

As the backbone of the nation and society, the work satisfaction of civil servants holds paramount significance in enhancing the quality of public services. However, in recent years, the civil service system has encountered challenges such as talent attrition and professional burnout, leading to an overall decline in job satisfaction. There is an urgent need to identify effective management strategies to ameliorate this situation. The concept and practice of career management can provide systematic support and guidance for the development of civil servants. Through clear career planning and personalized development opportunities, civil servants can not only discover avenues for realizing their self-worth but also bolster their sense of belonging and accomplishment in their work. Fostering awareness of career management will not only contribute to the enhancement of civil servants' professional competencies but also ignite their passion for public service, thereby significantly improving overall job satisfaction.

The influence of organizational agility on nurses` career planning: nurses` grit as a mediating factor

BackgroundOrganizational agility is the cornerstone of the complex dynamics for the success of healthcare organizations and the sustenance of nurses’ career planning and professional development.AimAssess the organizational agility and the extent of nurses’ career planning. It also sought to investigate the association between the two and the intermediating function that nurses` grit plays in this association.DesignA cross-sectional descriptive design following STROBE guidelines was carried out.Methods and toolsData were collected from 300 nurses who made up the entire population sample that we used (a judgmental non-probability sampling technique) working across all in-patient care units at Itay El-Baroud General Hospital, in El Behaira governorate, using structured questionnaires as follows: the organizational agility questionnaire, the career planning scale, and the grit scale. The sociodemographic characteristics of the studied nurses were also collected. Statistical analyses were used to analyze the data, including ANOVA, Pearson correlation, and SEM, to determine whether career development may act as a mediator between organizational agility and the nurses’ career planning.ResultsRendering the findings of this study, more than half of nurses have a high perception regarding organizational agility and career planning. In contrast, the majority of them have a moderate perception regarding grit. In addition, there is a statistically high significant relationship between organizational agility and career planning. Also, there is a statistically high significant relationship between organizational agility and grit. There is a statistically high significant relationship between career planning and grit.ConclusionThe statistically substantial correlations among grit, career planning, and organizational agility demonstrate how interrelated they are. This implies that encouraging organizational flexibility and effective career planning techniques may have a good impact on nurses’ resilience, which would ultimately result in a workforce of nurses who are more resilient and engaged. Additional investigation into the precise mechanisms behind these associations may yield important information for improving nurse wellbeing and retention.Nursing implicationsAccording to this study, putting organizational agility and career planning first can have a good impact on nurses’ grit, which will make them more resilient and engaged workers. To encourage flexibility and growth among nurses, healthcare institutions should make training investments, provide clear career tracks, and support work-life balance. More investigation into the precise mechanisms underlying these connections may yield insightful information that improves nurse well-being and retention. The importance of organizational agility in creating a supportive work environment for nurses’ career growth should be acknowledged by healthcare companies. This can lead to increased job satisfaction and lower turnover.

A Mixed-Methods Study to Evaluate Depression and Anxiety Among Undergraduate Nursing Students.

As the backbone of future healthcare delivery, the mental health of undergraduate nursing students can have a direct impact on patients' perceptions of health and the quality of their healthcare learning. However, there has been little qualitative research on the factors influencing the mental health of undergraduate nursing students. This study investigated the current status and factors influencing depression and anxiety in undergraduate nursing students. Questionnaires were administered to third-year nursing students at a medical college university using the Self-Assessment Scale for Anxiety (SAS) and the Self-Depression Scale (SDS). The students who suffered from anxiety or depression were selected for qualitative interviews and the results of the interviews were analysed by using the seven-step Koretz analysis. (1) SAS and SDS scores of undergraduate nursing students were higher than the national average. (2) The qualitative interviews revealed that five themes, including childhood experience, body image, interpersonal relationships, professional identity and career planning, influenced mental health. Undergraduate nursing students exhibited a high prevalence of anxiety and depression. The colleges should establish a proactive educational model centred on teaching quality, professional identity, career planning and mental health. This study found that the mental health of undergraduate nursing students was influenced by a variety of factors, which require diverse and constant interventions. School, family and social resources should collaborate to develop a systematic approach for better mental health education in undergraduate nursing students.

Newbie journalists and career planning: traversing networks of cooperation, negotiation and convention in the world of journalists

Newbie journalists and career planning: traversing networks of cooperation, negotiation and convention in the world of journalists

Есть ли профессиональное будущее в индустриальном секторе? Взгляд уральских школьников (по результатам социологического исследования)

Education organizations need to reconceptualize their career guidance activities in the context of global digitalization and technological development. The current changes on the labor market make it necessary to study schoolchildren’s ideas about industrial jobs. Professional preferences of school students usually depend on their age and reflect new success models, i.e., the so-called fluid life trajectories. This research featured the attitudes of school students to industrial professions with their attractiveness and unattractiveness in terms of future career plans. The online survey covered 7628 students of 9th and 11th grades, a semi-formalized expert interview with young employees under 35 (n = 204) and a focus group of ten young employees of Kalinin Machine-Building Plant, Yekaterinburg. Theschool students based their career attitudes on the following assumptions. First, they lacked awareness of scientific and technological development in engineering and, as a result, considered this profession unpopular. Second, they did not perceive factory professions as prestigious because of the Soviet model of a factory worker as a servant to the factory.The unattractive features of a factory-related job were described as unhealthy, difficult, with no career prospects, and monotonous. The only attractive feature was stability. Engineering received a more favorable description, i.e., promising, diverse, well-paid, and challenging. The concept of a factory worker was shaped by the experience of parents: 50% of school students had very outdated knowledge of industrial production.

Brazilian student-athletes' perceived possession of dual career competencies

Dual career is defined as a career with the major foci on sport and studies or work. Dual career competencies are all the skills and attitudes that allow athletes to balance their educational development to their sports careers. This study aimed to investigate the differences in perceived possession of competencies (Dual Career Management; Career Plan; Emotional Awareness; Social Intelligence and Adaptability) between Brazilian student-athletes of both sexes, types of educational institutions (TEI) – private and public, and educational level (EL) – secondary and higher education. 745 Brazilian student-athletes (Mage = 17.3 ± 5.4; 54% female; 8% student-athletes with disabilities) completed the Brazilian version of the Dual Career Competency Questionnaire for Athletes. The results showed statistically significant outcomes in the main effect for sex and EL. Female student-athletes from public TEI (M = 4.23 + 0.38) presented higher perceived possession for Dual Career Management when compared to male student-athletes from the same categorization of TEI (M = 4.03 + 0.04). Female student-athletes from private TEI reported lower perceived possession for Emotional Awareness (M = 3.73 + 0.04). The results of this investigation can support (1) coaches, family, stakeholders in general and the student-athletes themselves in better grasping and optimizing their attitudes towards dual career and (2) researchers advance knowledge in this very recent area in Brazil. Keywords: dual career, student-athlete, competencies, education, sports training

Career Management Planning and Strategy – An Albania Study

This comprehensive study investigates the significance of career planning and strategy in attaining career objectives. The research question is: Can improving career planning and strategy help achieve career goals? The survey was performed using a direct survey model and a questionnaire filled out by the respondents who work in different companies. The study sample consists of 250 employees in Tirana and Durres, the two largest cities in Albania. The data analysis will be focused on three different methods, ensuring a thorough examination of the research question. The first one involves factors that weigh each factor and reliability analysis using the Cronbach alpha coefficient, which should be above 0.7. The second method will be focused on multicollinearity analysis. Finally, after we conclude the methods above, we will be focused on testing the hypothesis through multiple regression. The findings revealed that career planning and strategy positively impact career goals. This study's implications are far-reaching. It can guide employees in planning and developing their careers, assist companies in managing and growing their employees' careers, and provide a valuable reference for researchers in this field of study, reassuring them about the validity and reliability of the findings.

Exploring the Role of Sustainable Development Goals in Enhancing Courage, Proactive Career Behaviors, and Life Satisfaction.

Understanding the current challenges addressed in the goals of the 2030 United Nations Agenda can influence career choices, encouraging individuals to pursue careers that contribute positively to addressing them. This study examines the association between the propensity to consider the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in relation to future educational and career paths, courage, proactive career behaviors and life satisfaction, and the mediating role of courage and proactive career behaviors on the association between the propensity to consider the SDGs in relation to future educational and career paths and life satisfaction. The study sample consisted of 314 Italian university students. The serial multiple mediation model was used to examine the direct, indirect, and total effects. The results showed that the propensity to consider SDGs in relation to future educational and career paths, through courage and proactive career behaviors, has a positive impact on life satisfaction. The findings of this study have led to several actionable policy recommendations. These advocate for the integration of activities related to modules on the SDGs into their curricula. In addition, practical implications for career guidance interventions are proposed to consider the role of the SDGs in future career planning.

Identifying Professional Goals and Promoting Career Development in Nursing Students Through Reflection and Simulation.

Career planning is an important but often neglected component of a nursing program curriculum. To increase retention and encourage professional advancement at the school of nursing of a large, public university in the Northeast, a virtual simulated career development day was established to provide students with the tools needed to navigate the job acquisition process and secure appropriate employment. Course outcomes and student feedback indicated that a successful transition to practice and advancement to higher levels of professional nursing can be promoted through the development of superior interviewing skills, a strong resume, and insight regarding one's professional goals and values.

Psikoedukasi Perencanaan Karir Memasuki Dunia Kerja pada Siswa Tingkat Akhir SMK Muhammadiyah 2 Bantul

The problem of unemployment among vocational final-year students is an important issue that needs serious attention. Students at SMK Muhammadiyah 2 Bantul faced problems related to student career planning. Many students do not have a clear picture related to the continuation of their careers after graduating from school and are uncertain whether to continue to college or enter the world of work. In addition, other problems also arise due to the lack of real preparation to enter the world of work. Psychoeducation was conducted to make students aware of the importance of career planning and preparation. The method used was community development by involving 43 teachers and students. As a result of this activity, the students of SMK Muhammadiyah 2 Bantul were able to better understand themselves and determine their future career choices. In addition, students were also given an overview of the recruitment process and tips and tricks for facing job interviews. This activity will help students make informed decisions about education or careers and improve their knowledge.

Lived Experiences and Perceptions of Autistic Young Adults Participating in Employment Readiness Skills Training.

This study aimed to examine the experiences and perceptions of participants engaged in an employment readiness program, Employment Preparation And Skills Support (EPASS), which is a manualized group-based training program designed to improve employment readiness among autistic young adults. A qualitative descriptive design was utilized to generate thick descriptions through semi-structured interviews with 22 transition-age autistic individuals (Mage = 20; 6 females; 16 males). Thematic analysis was employed to understand the experiences and career outcomes of transition-age autistic individuals pre- and post-participation in the EPASS program. Five main themes were identified: (1) More Negative Than Positive Employment-related Experiences; (2) Insight about Training Needs despite Hesitation to Participate; (3) Improved Perception and Confidence of Employment readiness through Experiential Learning; (4) Emerging Career Goals and Plans in Future Application of Knowledge and Skills; and (5) Learning Preference for More Interactive and Practice Experience. Participants reported a better understanding of job preparation skills, work-related social skills and interview etiquette. They also reported that what they learned in EPASS helped them improve their skills and confidence in obtaining and maintaining employment. Overall, participants expressed satisfaction with participating in EPASS and anticipated potential long-term impacts on their employability. This study sheds light on the training needs for transition-age autistic individuals and informs future employment readiness program development. Future studies should focus on collaborating with stakeholders to address training gaps and support needs that foster improved employment outcomes for this population.

Study of College Counselor Team Building to Enhance College Students' Career Planning Education

Study of College Counselor Team Building to Enhance College Students' Career Planning Education

The Role Of Organizational Culture In Career Development For Improving Employee Performance At Perumda Tirta Pakuan Bogor

The success of Perumda Tirta Pakuan Bogor is greatly influenced by the performance of its employees. Good work results can help Perumda Tirta Pakuan Bogor in achieving the goals and objectives that have been set. In other words, the better the employee's performance, the easier it will be to achieve the goals of Perumda Tirta Pakuan Bogor. On the other hand, if employee performance is low, it is not easy for Perumda Tirta Pakuan Bogor to achieve its goals. So the role of employee performance is a factor that cannot be separated from the objectives of Perumda Tirta Pakuan Bogor so that the quality of employee performance will influence the achievement of the objectives of Perumda Tirta Pakuan Bogor. This research aims to determine and analyze the role of organizational culture and career development in improving the performance of Perumda Tirta Pakuan employees in Bogor City. This research uses descriptive qualitative, with the data collected mostly in the form of words or images rather than numbers. The objects of this research are employees at Perumda Tirta Pakuan, Bogor. The research carries out analysis of the data obtained through interviews and other documents by combining and selecting data that is close to suitability related to the research study. The research results show that the role of organizational culture in improving employee performance at Perumda Tirta Pakuan Bogor is based on a talent management strategy which is an integrated system, designed to improve performance through the process of attracting and selecting, developing, utilizing and retaining employees who have skills and talents. in order to meet current and future organizational needs. The role of career development in improving the performance of Perumda Tirta Pakuan employees in Bogor is known that career development is an activity for future career planning by the employees themselves or the company concerned so that the company can also develop itself optimally.

The Impact of Medical Education Quality on Career Adaptability for International Students in China: The Mediating Role of Proactive Career Planning Behavior

Background: The quality of medical education plays a significant role in shaping the career outcomes of international students. As they navigate the challenges of their studies and career paths in a foreign country, understanding the elements that influence their career adaptability is essential. Objective: This study aims to examine the impact of medical education quality on career adaptability among international students in China and to emphasize the mediating role of proactive career planning behavior. It also investigates challenges related to cultural adjustment. Methodology: A quantitative technique is employed in a cross-sectional survey of international medical students in China. Information was collected from 575 valid responses through structured questionnaires. The research utilizes regression analysis and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) to assess the relationships between medical education quality, career adaptability, proactive career planning behavior, and cultural adjustment challenges. Result: The evaluation revealed that medical education quality positively influences career adaptability (p < 0.001, β = 0.45). Proactive career planning behavior was found to positively influence career adaptability (p < 0.001, β = 0.38). Medical education quality positively influences proactive career planning behavior (p < 0.001, β = 0.50), and proactive career planning behavior mediated the connection between medical education quality and career adaptability (p = 0.013, β = 0.20). Cultural adjustment challenges moderated the relationship between medical education quality and career adaptability, with a significant interaction effect (p = 0.032, β = -0.15). Conclusion: The research emphasizes the significance of high-quality medical education in promoting career adaptability among international students, highlighting proactive career planning and examining cultural adjustment challenges for optimal career outcomes. These insights can inform educational practices and support services for international medical students, aiming to enhance their career readiness and adaptability in a global context.

How important is studying languages for undergraduate students and why (not) study languages?

AbstractThis study examines the value undergraduate students (n = 4458) place on proficiency in languages other than English (LOTEs) in terms of their personal interests, major(s), and career plans. Combining quantitative and qualitative analyses of large‐scale survey data, the study further explores the reasons students outline for (not) enrolling in LOTE courses and what would motivate them to enroll in language courses in the future. Results indicate that students attached most value in relation to personal interests, followed by career plans and major. In addition, students' demographics and prior experience with language can also impact their future enrollment decisions. The results suggest that not only should institutions lead the way by emphasizing the importance of learning languages, but also that language programs need to listen to students' voices and help them establish clear links between their academic majors, their future career and study plans as well as their personal interests.