A Tracer Study of AB Psychology Graduates' Employment Outcomes for Batches 2017-2020: Effects of Pandemic and Bases for Program Enhancement

This study examined the employment outcomes of 53 AB Psychology graduates out 98 from University Southern Mindanao in Philippines between 2017 and 2020. The findings showed that 66.04% secured full-time employment, with a majority working private firms (50.94%) government organizations (13.21%), mainly Davao City. most common job role for these was an administrative assistant human resources related fields. Those who worked themselves had annual income P100,000 or more, while overall incomes ranged to P200,000. COVID-19 pandemic caused increased stress difficulty finding graduates. Despite challenges, alumni appreciated program's curriculum, extracurricular activities, interdisciplinary learning, opportunities gaining practical knowledge. Graduates aspiring become licensed guidance counselors psychologists pursued advanced degrees psychology, such as MA Guidance Counseling MS/MA Psychology. influenced perspective recent regarding further education. research highlights importance experience, curriculum prepares students current market challenges faced by To address pandemic's impact on it is crucial implement program interventions like virtual internships, expand career counseling services, establish connections companies increase opportunities. Curriculum adjustments should also be made meet evolving demands ensure are ready changing labor market.