Uniwersyteckie Czasopisma NaukoweCareer Paths, Satisfaction with Academic Preparation and Motivation of BA Norwegian Graduates: An Alumni Perspective
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https://doi.org/10.26881/ss.2025.29.07Słowa kluczowe:
career paths, alumni, satisfaction, Norwegian, Romania, motivation, labour market, tertiary levelAbstrakt
Higher education institutions are often evaluated based on graduate outcomes and employability. As the only accredited undergraduate programme in Norwegian in Romania, the undergraduate programme in Norwegian Language and Literature at Babeș-Bolyai University (BBU) plays a unique role in shaping student competencies for an evolving labour market. This study explores, by using a survey as a research method, the professional development of alumni who graduated in 2019, by focusing on their career paths, level of motivation, and satisfaction with academic preparation. Based on responses from 123 alumni and additional insights from employers, the findings provide insight into the profile of an alumni student. The research highlights the importance of language competencies in Norwegian, undergraduate programme relevance, and employer perspectives in shaping alumni outcomes. Findings indicate high levels of employment (87%), significant interest in further academic pursuits, and a generally strong alignment between the programme and career satisfaction.
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