Employment Intentions and Career Decision-Making Self-Efficacy Among Chinese Fine Arts Education College Students
Abstract
The increasing demand for fine arts education professionals in China, coupled with the challenges posed by an evolving job market, has underscored the importance of career decision-making self-efficacy and employment intention among university students. While research on career self-efficacy in various disciplines is well-established, limited studies have focused on the unique context of fine arts education majors, particularly in the Chinese setting. This study aims to explore the career decision-making self-efficacy and employment intention of fine arts education majors, focusing on how demographic factors such as gender, grade level, and place of origin influence these factors. Given the competitive employment landscape and the need for a well-rounded skillset in fine arts education, understanding the relationship between self-efficacy and employment intention can provide insights into how students navigate their career paths. This study was conducted with 490 fine arts education students across eight universities in Chengdu, Sichuan Province. Using statistical analysis methods including descriptive statistics and correlation analysis, this study examines the levels of career decision-making self-efficacy, the dimensions of employment intention, and their interrelationships. The findings aim to inform educational policies and career guidance strategies, highlighting the need for tailored support to improve the career decision-making processes and employment outcomes for fine arts education majors in university.
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