- Research Article
- 10.22518/jour.ccsh/20230205
Habilidades sociocognitivas en la transición educación-mercado laboral
- Dec 29, 2023
- Civilizar
- Javier Ruvalcaba-Coyaso + 1 more +1
This article presents the findings of an analysis of the cognitive strategies employed by recent bachelor's degree graduates in their job search. These findings are part of a broader study aimed at explaining the different ways in which university graduates navigate the transition from academia to the labor market, with a particular focus on sociocognitive skills. Examining this transition process required investigating both the practices and the cognitive and social strategies used by graduates. A content analysis model was applied to collect narratives from a group of young graduates, tracing their experiences from the moment they completed their studies through their early years in the labor market. Based on the collected data, various analytical categories were established in alignment with the study’s overarching objective. Semi-structured and in-depth interviews were used as qualitative data collection tools. The results reveal recurring elements in participants' discourse, some of which relate to categories not initially anticipated. The study concludes that professionals become aware of their self-efficacy as they enter the job market, adjusting to work demands accordingly. Furthermore, prior work experience facilitates this transition, particularly when supported by a strong social capital network. While academic training is essential, it is not sufficient on its own; social networks play a crucial role in accessing employment. The adaptation process is influenced by individuals' perception of self-efficacy, which impacts their job market integration. Therefore, strengthening self-efficacy and identifying social capital can accelerate professional insertion.
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