CURRICULAR RELEVANCE AND WORKFORCE PREPAREDNESS: STUDENT PERSPECTIVES ON PRACTICAL EXPERIENCES IN URBAN PLANNING AND CONSTRUCTION COURSES

Mari-Isabella Stan, Diana-Doina Țenea, Dragoș-Florian Vintilă and Tănase Tasențe
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Mari-Isabella Stan: Ovidius University of Constanta, Romania
Diana-Doina Țenea: Ovidius University of Constanta, Romania
Dragoș-Florian Vintilă: Ovidius University of Constanta, Romania
Tănase Tasențe: Ovidius University of Constanta, Romania

Studies in Business and Economics, 2023, vol. 18, issue 3, 261-280

Abstract: This study conducted at Ovidius University of Constanta, Romania, examines the integration of practical experiences into urban planning and construction curricula, involving 318 students from Construction, Law, and Administrative Sciences faculties. The study stresses the significance of these experiences in preparing students for the workforce, while assessing their perspectives on the relevance of their courses to future careers, with a particular emphasis on the influence of internships and real project involvement. The findings suggest that students who engage in practical activities view their courses as more relevant to their career advancement. This pattern is consistent across an array of courses, with various statistical analyses revealing degrees of significance. The study underscores the need of aligning educational programmes with labour market standards and professional requirements, particularly within fields that emphasise practical competencies. It also highlights the essential roles of construction engineers and public administration professionals, emphasizing the importance of understanding practical and legal aspects in their education.

Keywords: educational perception; practical relevance; career preparedness; curriculum assessment; workforce integration (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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