An analysis of the mediational effect of socio-cultural factors on students' career choice outcomes in the built environment: applying the socio-cognitive career theory

Akinlolu, Mariam, Omotayo, Temitope, Ebohon, Obas John and Ekundayo, Damilola (2023) An analysis of the mediational effect of socio-cultural factors on students' career choice outcomes in the built environment: applying the socio-cognitive career theory. Education Sciences, 13(10) (1035). pp. 1-15. ISSN 2227-7102

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Investigations into career development revealed the significant influence of social and cultural determinants, notably familial factors, on children’s professional aspirations. Such aspirations are moulded by their milieu, individual interests, academic environments, and socio-economic contexts. South Africa’s unique socio-political history introduces complexity into career development pathways. The intricate relationships between ethnicity, gender, and socio-economic backgrounds vis-a-vis career outcomes of South African youth remain underexplored. This research aimed to understand these influences within the construction domain, emphasising cognitive facets such as self-efficacy and societal endorsements. The Social Cognitive Career Theory (SCCT) served as the foundational framework, with structural equation modelling employed for causal analysis. A focus was given to early university students, predominantly from Construction Management. The study showcased pathways for informed career decisions in construction and underscored the relevance of the SCCT, especially for women in traditionally male-dominated sectors. The study culminated in unveiling pathways for informed career decisions in construction, reinforcing the pertinence of the SCCT framework, especially concerning women in traditionally male-dominated spheres like construction. Acknowledging the scarcity of empirical studies using SCCT within the construction sphere is pertinent.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	built environment; career; construction industry; socio-cultural; socio-cognitive theory; South Africa; students; universities
Subjects:	300 Social sciences > 370 Education 700 The arts; fine & decorative arts > 720 Architecture
Department:	The School of Art, Architecture and Design
SWORD Depositor:	Pub Router
Depositing User:	Pub Router
Date Deposited:	30 Oct 2023 15:56
Last Modified:	10 Nov 2023 15:02
URI:	https://repository.londonmet.ac.uk/id/eprint/8837

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