Factors Influencing Job Choice among Agricultural Economics Professionals

Katherine McGraw, Jennie S. Hughes Popp, Bruce L. Dixon and Doris J. Newton

Journal of Agricultural and Applied Economics, 2012, vol. 44, issue 2, 15

Abstract: This article identifies factors that influence agricultural economics professionals’ job choice between academic and government employment. Respondents agreed that job responsibilities were the most important factor in choosing their current position. They also agreed that having a positive work environment, good salary, family time, adequate resources, and professional and social interaction were important job attributes. Proportionally more women than men regarded partner opportunities, nondiscrimination, time for child care, and supportive colleagues as very important attributes influencing their decisions. A binomial probit of respondents’ current job sector indicates significant job choice determinants include sector preference (academic or government), previous professional experience, a positive work environment, and advancement opportunities.

Keywords: Teaching/Communication/Extension/Profession (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2012
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DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.123779

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