Saudi social work students' perceptions of future career: A quantitative and qualitative research in light of changes in the labor market and social representations of jobs

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作者
Zidi, Mongi Ibrahim [1 ]
Al-Shallagi, Turki L. [1 ]
机构
[1] Univ Hail, Coll Arts, Dept Social Sci, Hail, Saudi Arabia
来源
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCED AND APPLIED SCIENCES | 2024年 / 11卷 / 02期
关键词
Saudi social work students; Career prospects; University degree; Government jobs; Education to workforce transition; SELF-DETERMINATION THEORY; MSW STUDENTS; ASPIRATIONS; EFFICACY; SUPPORT;
D O I
10.21833/ijaas.2024.02.006
中图分类号
O [数理科学和化学]; P [天文学、地球科学]; Q [生物科学]; N [自然科学总论];
学科分类号
07 ; 0710 ; 09 ;
摘要
This study explores the views of Saudi social work students about their career prospects, especially considering the reduced job openings for students in humanities and social sciences. Unlike most research that focuses on science and medical fields, this study aims to bridge the gap by examining social work students. It employs surveys and focus groups to understand why students choose social work as a major and what they expect from their careers post-graduation. The findings reveal that students often choose this major not out of passion or a calling but to gain a university degree and secure a government job, which offers job stability and social status. The extended wait for employment has led to a willingness to take up jobs previously seen as unsuitable for Saudis. Additionally, the lack of university support in career planning leaves many students feeling uncertain and doubtful, highlighting the issue of transitioning from education to the workforce.
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页数:9
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