| dc.description.abstract | Government jobs in Bangladesh have been considered the zenith of career success for a long
time, providing stability, prestige and social security. Specifically, this study attempts to shed
light on the underlying reasons for the overemphasis on government jobs among public
university students, and the consequences of this for their career aspirations, professional
development and well-being. This qualitative research, in the form of in-depth interviews of
30 participants from Dhaka University, aims to examine the societal, cultural and economic
factors that drive this mindset, such as familial expectations, social status and the perceived
security of government employment. Government jobs are traditionally viewed as a safe bet,
but the study shows that this preference can result in underutilization of talent, as many
students concentrating exclusively on government jobs may be disappointed if they don't get
one. The consequences of this failure can be quite serious, for students' mental health, career
satisfaction, and social integration. In addition, while government jobs may be concentrated
on, they are very narrow to allow people to grow personally, innovate or achieve professional
success in different fields. This study’s findings suggest that a change in perspective about
choosing a career is needed, and that a more balanced approach to career planning is needed,
which is sensitive to the various opportunities across the public and private sectors. This
research contributes to the larger debate on youth employment and career development in
Bangladesh by understanding the root causes of the overemphasis on government jobs.
Keywords
Government Jobs, Public University Students, Career Preferences, Labor Market, Socio
Economic Impact. | en_US |
