Human Resource Inventory and Environmental Scanning of Agriculture, Fishery and Natural Resources Sector in Western Visayas, Philippines
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Keywords

Human resource inventory
environmental scanning
agriculture
fishery
natural resources

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Human Resource Inventory and Environmental Scanning of Agriculture, Fishery and Natural Resources Sector in Western Visayas, Philippines. (2012). WVSU Research Journal, 1(2), 38-60. https://doi.org/10.59460/wvsurjvol1iss2pp38-60

Abstract

This project was designed to provide a broad image of AFNR human resources to better understand the factors causing the downtrend in enrolment in AFNR courses. Specifically, it aimed to determine the socio-economic condition, how their education was financed, and the factors influencing the choice of program. Furthermore, the project determined the effectiveness of HEI programs and services, relevance and importance of knowledge/skills acquired from course/degree program, and the employment opportunities of its graduates.

Results of the study showed that majority of in-school students and graduates belonged to below average income families whose main occupations were farming, forestry, and fisheries. Low family Income and inability to pay fees were found as reasons for the dropping out of students in AFNR degree programs and shifting to other degree courses that are more affordable. The socio-economic and financial condition of students influences their decisions in choosing degree programs and HEI. Students are more concerned with looking for degree programs that are provided with scholarships that could help them pursue and finish their college education. With regards to the choice of HEI, most of them have chosen schools that are reputable as excellent academic institutions, high employability of graduates, cheap/affordable tuition fees, reputation in the field of study, and as renowned research institutions.

Students and graduates were very satisfied as to the effectiveness of HEIs programs and services offered in general, as well as the knowledge/skills acquired from degree courses. Students were aware of the counseling center or services available in the campus and felt very satisfied with regards to campus security.

Graduates perceived that the knowledge and understanding, general qualities, general skills, and specialized acquired from degree courses are very relevant to their job performance and employers are very satisfied with the overall college/university preparation of their AFNR employees.

 

 

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