Exploring the Factors Affecting Career Choices of Undergraduate Emirati Students

Laila Mohebi and Solomon Arulraj David

SAGE Open, 2024, vol. 14, issue 4, 21582440241295814

Abstract: This study explores the determinants of career choices among Emirati students, engaging 550 students from selected universities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Employing a phenomenological approach, the research utilized a survey questionnaire to understand the impact of various factors such as parental influence, educational institutions, university programs, and socio-economic elements on the career decisions of undergraduate Emirati students. Out of 550 targeted participants, 400 completed surveys were analyzed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 22. The findings reveal a predominant influence of parents, followed by significant roles of schools and socio-economic factors, in shaping career choices. University programs, while less directly influential, play a nuanced role, often aligning with students’ interests and parental expectations rather than directly dictating career paths. The study acknowledges its limitations, including its focus on a specific demographic within the UAE and the potential for response bias. Future research is suggested to examine the longitudinal effects of these factors on career development and to explore the impact of emerging economic trends. Additionally, comparative studies with students from other regions could provide a broader understanding of these dynamics.

Keywords: career choices; parents/guardians; teachers/schools; university programs; social and economic factors; undergraduate Emirati students (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.1177/21582440241295814

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