An investigation into the development of career chose competence among ninth grade adolescents in Mongolia

Ariunjargal Lkhagva¹ , Regzenbazar Tsedenjav²*

*Corresponding Author: Regzenbazar Tsedenjav

¹Mongolian National University of Education, School of Education Studies, mubisariunjargal@msue.edu.mn
²Mongolian National University of Education, School of Education Studies, regzenbazartsedenjav@gmail.com

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https://doi.org/10.53468/mifyr.2025.05.01.38

Abstract – This study explores the development of career choice competence among ninth-grade students in Mongolia, focusing on their career aspirations, planning abilities, career knowledge,
and decision-making skills. Grounded in Driesel-Lange’s (2020) model, with support from Super (1957), Holland (1959), Krumboltz (1976), and Gottfredson (1981), the study emphasizes the role
of self-concept, personality, and environmental factors in career decision-making. The findings reveal that while students demonstrate strengths in career concern, confidence, self-regulation,
and problem-solving, they exhibit notable deficiencies in occupational knowledge, selfawareness, planning knowledge, and exploration skills. Furthermore, significant gender
differences emerge in problem-solving, career exploration, and career control, highlighting the need for a comprehensive approach that integrates knowledge, skills, and motivation to enhance
students’ career decision-making competence. This study underscores the critical need for targeted interventions to address these gaps, ensuring a more balanced development of career
competencies and equipping students with the necessary tools for making informed and effective career choices.
Keywords: Career guidance, Career Choice, Self-Awareness, Competence

Article History: Received 10 March 2025, Received in revised form 12 March 2025, Accepted 21 March 2025

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