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Career pathfinders: a qualitative study of career development
Icholas J Beutell1, Marianne M O'Hare
1Hagan School of Business, Iona College, 715 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801, USA. NBeutell@iona.edu
Psychological Reports
|June 27, 2006
Summary
MBA students value real-time self-reflection for career planning, as explored through Lore's Pathfinder model. This study highlights the importance of ongoing self-assessment for employed individuals navigating career paths.
Area of Science:
- Business Psychology
- Career Development Studies
Background:
- MBA students face complex career planning challenges.
- Lore's The Pathfinder model offers a framework for career development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine MBA students' perceptions of career paths and issues using Lore's model.
- To analyze student responses to a career planning model via online discussions.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative analysis of 1,781 discussion board postings from 50 MBA students.
- Inductive analysis based on Lore's career planning categories.
Main Results:
- Significant trends emerged in the career planning of MBA students.
- Real-time self-reflective observations are crucial for employed students' career formulation.
Conclusions:
- The study underscores the importance of continuous self-assessment in career planning for MBA students.
- Findings have implications for career counselors, development models, and future research.
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