Outline Case study Significance of study Need of career guidance in under-developed countries ...

Outline

Case study Significance of study Need of career guidance in under-developed countries Process Overview of Career Guidance Model Innovative services of careers department Challenges Future plans of careers department Key Findings Recommendations Implication of Study Conclusion

Process of Career Guidance (CG) practices in an educational set-up.  CG services in Pakistan require immediate attention

Lack of career awareness leads to economic challenges for the youth.

Case Study

Source of information: Policy Makers and Education Leaders • Importance of CG in the under-developed world will lead to prosperity globally.

Significance of Study

Socio cultural economic challenges  Teaching methods are focused on rote memorization   Lack of research, information and resources  Shortage of skilled human resource to address the need  Youth is clueless in decision making and career planning

Need of CG Services in Under-Developed Countries

Case site is an education network where CG is part of policy.

Semi-structured interviews, observations etc used

Process 

CG is implemented as a strategic policy at the network.

Established in June, 2007 CG is available for students: Grades 8 – Post Graduation.

CG is also available for the society at large.

CG is lead by a US Qualified Career Development Professional.

Overview of Career Guidance Model

1. Individual Career Counseling2. Group Counseling3. Resume and Cover Letter Writing4. Interview and Job Preparation5. University Career Seminars6. Personality Development Sessions 7. Summer Internship8. Career Outreach Programmes9. Visits to Universities and Corporate Sector10. Career Publications 11. Career Fair12. Inspirational Environment (Posters, Resources, Videos)

Innovative Services of Careers Department:

Grades 8 -10: Group Selection & Career Counseling

Grades 11-14: Career Counseling & University Seminars

Career Guidance at the Network

Individual Career Counseling Feedback

“Excellent because this session guided me so well and the way to search in a better way. I found it very interesting. It also made me learn to have a positive attitude and help others.” Student

“Very friendly attitude was a very good listener and have command on his field. I have learned a lot about my future plans.” Professional

“Excellent got good insight about career & job opportunities. Lots of work I have to do But I am happy because its for my benefits, Thanks.” Professional

 “It was a great learning experience where we actually experienced the practicality of what we study as theory”. Intern

Summer Internship

Lack of awareness still exists in society at large.

Interns did not show up- transportation and family challenges.

Demand for more career field visits

Career seminars at times affect academic classes.

Talking to a Counselor is a new phenomena in this region.

Parents educational background is minimal.

Challenges

Aptitude Test Preparation: University Higher Education

Planning Career Conference: Focusing on emerging professions

Engage youth in career skill programs

Future Plans of Careers Department

 CG was 1st made part of policy of the Education Network  CG dependent on strategic leadership of the network.  Network involved key stakeholders to make CG a success model

Philanthropists, Edu Board, Principals, Teachers, Students.   Investment in skilled human resource need of the time

Key Findings

Secondary school students should also have career field visits.

Students should have a career binder to reflect seminars/visits.

Research study to evaluate gender differences in careers.

Recommendations

Educational Institutions:Dire need of trained and skilled career development professionals is required in the under-developed world to nurture the youth.

Education Leaders:Source of inspiration for educational leaders in schools, colleges, and universities to re-think educational policy.

Non-Educational Sector:Study findings show involvement of professionals from corporate sector= connection between education and corporate sector for a prosperous youth of the country.

Implication of Study

Conclusion

Career Guidance should be a policy in all educational institutions.

Educational Institutions will get motivation to support students in career development.

Win / Win situation for students / educators / parents / country

Lead to a prosperous and safer world.

Contact Information:

Mr. Raza AbbasCareer Development Consultant

Email: ra@globalpathway.org