Professional Pathways of Secondary Education Graduates
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https://doi.org/10.46328/ijses.5604Keywords:
Education, Quantitative Design, Tracer StudyAbstract
This study investigates the socio-demographic, academic, and employment profiles of 2022 graduates of the Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSE) program at Bukidnon State University, focusing on job fit, competencies, and employment experiences. The primary objectives were to describe graduates' profiles, identify employment outcomes, assess competencies useful in their careers, and evaluate job fit. Using a quantitative design, the study gathered data through surveys with graduates. It was fond out that while the majority of graduates were female, with Malaybalay City as their primary origin, only a small fraction pursued further studies. Unemployment rates were high, and fewer graduates secured regular or tenured positions. Notably, the competencies most valued in the job market were communication, human relations, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, whereas entrepreneurial skills were considered less relevant. The job fit analysis revealed that graduates in the Filipino and Science specializations had higher job alignment with their degree, while Social Studies graduates faced significant challenges. The study recommends promoting gender balance, increasing ethnic and cultural diversity in the curriculum, decentralizing educational access, and enhancing opportunities for further studies. Further research is needed to explore the factors influencing these outcomes and develop strategies for improving graduate employability and job fit in the education sector.
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