Tracing the Career Trajectories of BSBA Graduates: An Analytical Study of Professional Pathways and Outcomes

Abstract

The study assessed the rate of employment and career progression among the graduates from Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) particularly from the Financial Management and Human Resource Management majors of North Eastern Mindanao State University- Tagbina Campus, Academic Year 2022-2023. It is guided by Human Capital and Social Capital Theories, utilized a descriptive quantitative design and a structured questionnaire was adapted from the CHED Graduate Tracer Instrument. Results presented that the total number of respondents represented by women aged 21 to 25 years old, classified as unmarried, and employed within their locality. Most of them acquired their job within six months after graduation, commonly in clerical or entry-level positions, mainly in wholesale, retail or other related industries. Regular or permanent employment were attended by half of the respondent’s population. Graduates developed their essential skills such as communication skills, critical thinking, and teamwork during their college years; however, the results did not meet the expectations as it is reflected opposite to their academic training and specific demands of the workplace. These outcomes suggest the necessity in aligning the BSBA curriculum with the employer expectations, along with career guidance enhancement. In spite of these challenges, adaptability and potential were demonstrated by the graduates of BSBA. By enhancing the real-world learning opportunities, and partnerships with employers the employability and readiness will further evolve its job market.