Perceived Influence and Resistance to Gender Stereotyping in Career Choice among Debre Berhan University Students
| dc.contributor.advisor | Moges Ayele (PhD) | |
| dc.contributor.author | Dasash Getnet | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-05-22T08:47:43Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-05-22T08:47:43Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024-12 | |
| dc.description.abstract | This phenomenological study explores the influence of gender stereotypes on career choice among students. Semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with 9 participants and group discussions with 8 participants who are third-year students at Debre Berhan University. Being guided by thematic analysis methodology, the study identified key themes from interviews and FGD regarding the lived experiences of the participants concerning gender stereotypes. The findings reveal that gender stereotypes significantly influence students' career paths, shaping their perceptions and internalization of societal expectations. Additionally, cultural norms and family pressures are crucial in guiding career decisions. The findings underscore the imperative for enhanced career counseling and support services to mitigate these stereotypes, there by fostering an inclusive environment that empowers all students to pursue their career goals. This research offers valuable insights for educational institutions, policymakers, and community stakeholders, contributing to the existing literature on gender and career choice within the Ethiopian higher education context. Keywords: Career choice, Influence, Gender stereotype, Undergraduate student | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://etd.aau.edu.et/handle/123456789/5540 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | Addis Ababa University | |
| dc.subject | Career choice | |
| dc.subject | Influence | |
| dc.subject | Gender stereotype | |
| dc.subject | Undergraduate student | |
| dc.title | Perceived Influence and Resistance to Gender Stereotyping in Career Choice among Debre Berhan University Students | |
| dc.type | Thesis |