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: Received: 21 September 2023 / Approved: 21 September 2023 / Online: 21 September 2023 (07:58:27 CEST)
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Eslit, E.R. Tracing the Uncharted Odyssey: A 2017-2022 Tracer Study of the College of Arts and Sciences Alumni's Career Paths. Preprints2023, 2023091458. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202309.1458.v1
Eslit, E.R. Tracing the Uncharted Odyssey: A 2017-2022 Tracer Study of the College of Arts and Sciences Alumni's Career Paths. Preprints 2023, 2023091458. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202309.1458.v1
Eslit, E.R. Tracing the Uncharted Odyssey: A 2017-2022 Tracer Study of the College of Arts and Sciences Alumni's Career Paths. Preprints2023, 2023091458. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202309.1458.v1
APA Style
Eslit, E.R. (2023). <strong>Tracing the Uncharted Odyssey: A 2017-2022 Tracer Study of the College of Arts and Sciences Alumni's Career Paths</strong>. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202309.1458.v1
Chicago/Turabian Style
Eslit, E.R. 2023 "<strong>Tracing the Uncharted Odyssey: A 2017-2022 Tracer Study of the College of Arts and Sciences Alumni's Career Paths</strong>" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202309.1458.v1
Abstract
In a rapidly evolving educational and economic landscape, exacerbated by the unforeseen ripple effects of the pandemic, this qualitative tracer study, encompassing 30 alumni participants from batches 2017 to 2022, delves into the professional journeys of College of Arts and Sciences alumni from St. Michael's College in Iligan City, Philippines. Combining in-depth literature reviews, astute observations, insightful informal interviews, and rigorous thematic analysis, this research unveils invaluable insights. The findings resonate with a clarion call for educational institutions to synchronize curricula with industry requisites, nurturing graduates with the critical thinking and communication skills imperative for heightened employability. Amidst this voyage, it becomes evident that personal aspirations wield remarkable influence in carving distinct career trajectories, underscoring the indispensable role of comprehensive career guidance and counseling within educational domains. Noteworthy is the profound impact of the ever-changing economic dynamics of the Philippines on the employability of these alumni, demanding perpetual adaptation in educational paradigms. Remarkably, the collective contributions of these graduates span diverse academic programs, attesting to their positive workforce imprint. Further exploration reveals a substantial proportion engaging in post-graduate education and training to enrich their qualifications. In a remarkable testament to their educational journey, alumni manifest a notably high level of job satisfaction, buoyed by facets like work-life equilibrium and employment stability. Overall, this tracer study is poised to drive transformative shifts in higher education, advocating for curricular harmonization, amplified career support, holistic skill cultivation, resilience to economic fluctuations, and sustained research to remain aligned with the dynamic job market. It serves as a catalyst in shaping an empowered, content, and adaptive workforce for tomorrow's challenges and opportunities.
Keywords
Alumni's Career Paths; College of Arts and Sciences; Tracer Study; Uncharted Odyssey
Subject
Arts and Humanities, Humanities
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