How young people choose University and Profession in Kazakhstan: factors influencing their Choice and Satisfaction with this Choice
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2023
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The selection of a university and a profession is a significant decision that has long-lasting effects on an individual's career path and personal satisfaction. Despite its importance, little research has been conducted on the correlation between factors that influence the university and profession choices of young people in Kazakhstan and their further level of satisfaction with those choices. This knowledge gap is a barrier to the development of tailored policies and programs to support young people in their educational and career aspirations. This thesis aims to address this gap by exploring the factors that shape young people's university and profession choices in Kazakhstan and their satisfaction levels. This research is important for understanding the educational and career aspirations of the younger generation in Kazakhstan and for designing effective policies and programs to enhance their educational and career outcomes. The quantitative data for the study was obtained through an online survey. The qualitative data was collected through interviews with students and consultation with a professional orientation specialist. The findings demonstrate that young people in Kazakhstan base their university and profession choices on various factors, including personal interests, parental expectations, perceived job opportunities and many other correlated factors. The study also reveals that satisfaction levels with university and professional choices vary among young people in Kazakhstan. Moreover, the study identifies several crucial factors that influence the satisfaction levels of young people with their university and profession choices, such as the availability of job opportunities, career growth prospects, and the level of social support received. Additionally, the study highlights the impact of sociocultural factors, such as gender, and financial matters on the university and professional choices and satisfaction levels of young people in Kazakhstan. This research contributes to the development of a more nuanced understanding of the university and professional choices of young people in Kazakhstan and provides insights into effective strategies to support their educational and career aspirations. The study highlights the need for tailored policies v and programs that consider the diverse range of factors that influence young people's university and profession choices and their satisfaction levels. Furthermore, the study emphasizes the need to address socio-cultural factors that may hinder or facilitate the educational and career aspirations of young people in Kazakhstan.
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university choice, professional employment, profession choice, masters dissertation
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Nigimanova A./How young people choose University and Profession in Kazakhstan: factors influencing their Choice and Satisfaction with this Choice/Management, Kaskelen-2023