Tracking Down Education and Employment: Career Outcomes of MBA and MAED Graduates
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Tracking Down Education and Employment: Career Outcomes of MBA and MAED Graduates
Joverby L. Llamador, LPT, MBA
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Mallig Plains Colleges, Inc.
Abstract-This tracer study assessed the employability, career progression, and competency relevance of graduates from the Master in Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Arts in Education (MAED) programs of Mallig Plains Colleges, Inc. from School Year 2022–2023 to 2024–2025. Using a descriptive research design, data were collected from 110 graduates through a structured questionnaire. Findings revealed that the majority of graduates are employed locally, with significant promotion and career advancement after completing their graduate degrees. MAED graduates primarily pursued advanced studies for promotion in the education sector, while MBA graduates aimed for professional development and leadership growth. Results also showed upward mobility from entry-level to supervisory and managerial positions. Graduates identified critical thinking, human relations, and communication skills as the most essential competencies for workplace success. The findings indicate that the graduate programs effectively contribute to employability and align with Sustainable Development Goals on Quality Education and Decent Work. Continuous curriculum enhancement focusing on higher-order thinking and interpersonal skills is recommended to maintain program relevance and responsiveness to industry demands.
Keywords: career advancement, critical thinking skills, curriculum relevance, employability, graduate education tracer study
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