Graduate Tracer Study

Dear Graduates,

I represent a group of researchers coming from your alma mater, the University of La Salette,
Inc.As head of the research group, I kindly request your participation in a survey of graduates
who completed their studies in these school years: 2015-2016, 2016-2017, 2017-2018. We
would like to find out what happened to you after you completed your studies. Did you find a
job or are you still looking for a job, did your studies prepare you well for the workplace, and do
you use the knowledge and skills you have learned during your studies?

The objectives of the survey are to identify strengths and weaknesses of the program based
on your assessment and to gather data as basis for the improvement of the curriculum.

Answering the questionnaires (adapted from the book Carrying Out Tracer Studies published
by the European Training Foundation (2016)) will approximately take only 30 minutes of your
time. There is no incentive for participating nor any known risk involved. If you choose to
participate in this project, we ask you to answer all questions as honestly as possible.
Participation is strictly voluntary.

Your information will be treated in strict confidence. The results will be published in such a way
that identification of individual persons is excluded.

Results of this survey will be published on the website of the institution and in the faculty
research. On your request we will send you a printed version of the report with the main results
of the survey.

Thank you for taking the time to assist us in our research project. Completion of the
questionnaire will indicate your willingness to participate in this study. If you require additional
information or have questions, please contact us at the e-mail address listed below.

Thank you very much in advance for your kind support.

JOSE S. SABAULAN
Project Leader
EXPLANATORY NOTES

QUESTION: How long does it take to fill in the questionnaire?

Most of you will need about half an hour, depending on the kind of experiences you have
undergone during recent years.
We have developed a highly standardised questionnaire, which mainly asks you to mark boxes
which refer to relevant answers. With this approach we hope that we have made it easy for you
to answer the questions.
QUESTION: How do I answer the questions?
Please answer all questions applicable to you. In some cases, you will note that the questionnaire
suggests you disregard some questions not applicable to you (e.g. Please continue with question B7).
To answer the closed questions, click on the button.
To answer open questions, write your answer on the space provided.
RATING SCALE
In some questions we have employed answer scales from 1 to 5 (e.g. 1 = very bad to 5 = very good).
Mark only one box for each item (row).
If you would like to change your response, simply click on the correct button.
Overview of the content of the questionnaire
• Course of studies
• Internship and work experience during course of studies
• Evaluation of study conditions and study provisions
• Competencies and satisfaction with study
• After Graduation
• Employment and Work
• Work requirements
• Relationship between study and employment
• Work orientation and job satisfaction
• Further higher education after study
• Demographic information
• Your comments and recommendations

A. Course of Studies
In this section please refer in your answers only to the studies that you finished at the University of La Salette, Inc.
A1. When did you finish your study at the university?
SY 2017-2018
SY 2016-2017
SY 2015-2016
Iba pa:
A1.What was the name of the program you completed at the university (e.g. BSIT, BSN, MAED, PhD, etc)? If
applicable, indicate your major (e.g., BSBA-FM, BSE-English, MAED-EM, etc.). Type your answer on the space
provided.
A3. How many years did you study at the university?
Less than 2 years 4 years
2 years 4 years and a half
2 years and a half 5 years
3 years iba pa:
3 years and a half
A4. To what extent were the following reasons important for your decision to study at the university? Please
respond to each factor on the five-point scale.
Vicinity to home of parents or other relatives
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all important Very important
Availability of scholarship
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all important Very important
Availability/quality of accommodation
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all important Very important
Attractiveness of city/province/region
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all important Very important
Reputation of the institution
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all important Very important
Practice-oriented study programme
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all important Very important
Areas of specialization provided, if applicable
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all important Very important
Advice from parents/relatives
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all important Very important
Cost of studies
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all important Very important
Peer influence
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all important Very important

A5. Who was responsible for paying for your studies? Multiple answers possible.
Parent(s) Employer (private company)
Guardian(s) (other than biological parents) Government loan
Self (own savings/personal loan/own income) Iba pa:

A6. Did you study full-time or part-time?

Full-time Part-time
A7. During the course of your studies, have you ever seriously considered cancelling your study? If NO, Please
continue with question A9.
Yes No
A8. Please specify why you considered cancelling your study at the university?

A9. Average, how many hours per week did you spend attending courses/classes during the course of your
study (including OJT, RLE, Internship)?

Up to 10 hours 30 to 39 hours
11 to 19 hours 40 to 49 hours
20 to 29 hours 50 hours or more
B. Internship and Work Experience During Course of Studies
B1. Did you do any internships during your course of studies (this does not refer to team projects, practical
courses etc.)?If NO please continue with question B5
Yes No
B2. How many mandatory internships did you do in total during your course of studies?
One mandatory internship Four mandatory internships
Two mandatory internships Five mandatory internships
Three mandatory internships Six mandatory internships
B3. How many hours did these internships last?
0 to 249 hours 750 to 999 hours 500 to 749 hours
250 to 499 hours 1000 hours and more
B5. Were you employed during your study? Please include full-time as well as part-time work; do not include
internships. If NO, please continue with question C1.
Yes No
B6. For how many months were you employed during your study? Please include full-time as well as part-time
work; do not include internships.
Less than 1 month 13 to 24 months 7 to 12 months
1 to 6 months More than 24 months
C. Evaluation of Study Conditions and Study Provisions
C1. To what extent were the following aspects of teaching and learning stressed in your studies?
Group work
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
E-learning
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Lectures
1 2 3 4 5
 Not at all To a very high extent
Internships and practical training
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Practical knowledge
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Theories and paradigms
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Project- and/or problem-oriented learning
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Written work
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Oral presentations by students
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Self-study activities
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Teaching staff as main source of information
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Evaluation of courses by students
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Respectful communication between teachers and students
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Enhancement of student motivation
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Enhancement of student self-learning abilities
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Choice of courses by students (For doctorate students only)
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
C2. How would you rate the study conditions and provisions you experienced at the university?
Quality of classroom learning
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Student recreational facilities on campus
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Supply of learning materials (e.g. books,internet access)
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Opportunity for consultation with teaching staff
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Teaching quality of lecturers
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Teaching/grading system
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Internship programme
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Contacts with fellow students
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Chances for students to have an influence on university policies
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Availability of technical equipment (e.g. lab equipment, measuring instruments, computer lab)
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Quality of technical equipment
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Supply of teaching materials
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Quality of buildings
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Stocking of the library (e.g., audio-visual materials, computer units, photocopying machine, etc.)
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
C3. How do you rate the following advisory and guidance elements in your study course?
Professional advice and guidance provided by teaching staff
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Discussion of written examinations, grades, projects, assignments etc.
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Individual career counseling in your field
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Individual academic advising during enrollment
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
C4. How do you rate the following elements related to employment and work in your study course?
Preparation for work
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Subject matters (teaching contents) are up-to-date with regards to practical requirements
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Practical experiences of teaching staff
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Relationship between theory and practice
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Practice-oriented teaching contents
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Mandatory internships
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Offers for acquisition of key competencies
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Support for employment/job search
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
Support with internship search
1 2 3 4 5
Very bad Very Good
C5. What kind of connections/contacts do you have with the university? Multiple answers possible.
Newsletter Help regarding professional and social concerns
Graduate meetings I have no contacts with the university
Foundation/support of a graduates’ association (Alumni) Iba pa:
Stimulation of professional cooperation
C6. What kind of connections/contacts do you wish to have with the university? Multiple answers possible.
 Newsletter Help regarding professional and social concerns
Graduate meetings I have no contacts with the university
Foundation/support of a graduates’ association (Alumni) Iba pa:
Stimulation of professional cooperation
D. Competencies and Satisfaction with Study
D1. To what extent did you acquire the following skills/competencies upon graduation?

Mastery of my field/subject-specific knowledge

1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to develop new ideas and solutions
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to become actively involved in my community
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to adapt to changing conditions
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to mobilize the capacities of others
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Analytical thinking
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Willingness to question my and others’ ideas
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to work efficiently towards a goal
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to manifest my faith in my lived experiences
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to work productively with others
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to communicate my Saletinnian identity and culture in my work place and social organizations
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to conduct, disseminate, and utilize research
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to use information and communication technology
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
2. Looking back, if you were free to choose again to what extent would you probably choose the same field of
study?
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
D3. Looking back, if you were free to choose again to what extent would you probably choose the same
university?
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
D4. In retrospect, to what extent are you satisfied with your studies in general?
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
E. After Graduation from the University
E1. What applied to your situation in the first six months after graduating? Multiple answers possible.
Employment Vocational education/training
Self-employed/freelance work Housewife, husband, family work
Occasional job (just to earn money) Not employed, but searching for a job
Internship Iba pa:
Further academic education (graduate studies)
Board exam preparation
E2. When did you start your first job after graduation?
Before graduation 6 to less than 9 months after graduation
At the time of graduation 9 to less than 12 months after graduation
Less than 1 month after graduation More than one year after graduation
1 to less than 3 months after graduation have never been employed since graduation
3 to less than 6 months after graduation
E3. How did you search for your first job after graduation? Multiple answers possible.
Replied to job ads/announcements (e.g. newspaper, internet, notice)
With the help of family contacts of parents, relatives
With help of personal contacts of friends, fellow students etc
Speculative application – independent contact with employers
Through internships during my course of studies
Through internships after graduation
Through (side) jobs during study
Through (side) jobs after graduation
I was contacted by an employer
Job fair
Through the public job center
Through private job agencies
Through internet (social) networks (e.g. Facebook)
Through the job placement program of the university
Through teaching staff of the university
Not applicable, I have not searched for employment
Iba pa:
E4. If you did not search for employment, what were your reasons? Multiple answers possible.
I continued studying I became self-employed/a freelancer
I continued in the job I had prior to studying Iba pa:
I found a job without searching
E5. When did you start searching for a job?
Prior to graduation Around the time of graduation After graduation
E6. What was the most successful method for finding your first job? Choose only one answer.
Replied to job ads/announcements (e.g. newspaper, internet, notice)
With the help of family contacts of parents, relatives
With help of personal contacts of friends, fellow students etc
Speculative application – independent contact with employers
Through internships during my course of studies
Through internships after graduation
Through (side) jobs during study
Through (side) jobs after graduation
I was contacted by an employer
Job fair
Through the public job centre
Through private job agencies
Through internet (social) networks (e.g. Facebook)
Through the career centre of the university
Through teaching staff of the university
Not applicable, I have not searched for employment
Iba pa:
E7. How many employers have you approached for your first employment after completion of your study
programme?
I have not approached an employer -> Please continue with question F1
1 employer 5 to fewer than 10 employers
2 to fewer than 5 employers 10 to fewer than 20 employers
More than 20 employers
E8. From how many employers did you receive acknowledgements?
From no employers From 5 to fewer than 10 employers
From 1 employer From 10 to fewer than 20 employers
From 2 to fewer than 5 employers From more than 20 employers
E9. From how many employers did you receive calls for interviews?
From no employers From 5 to fewer than 10 employers
From 1 employer From 10 to fewer than 20 employers
From 2 to fewer than 5 employers From more than 20 employersEmployment and
F1. What applies to your current situation? Multiple answers possible.
Regular job Vocational education/training
Self-employed/freelance work Housewife, husband, family work
 Occasional job (just to earn money) Not employed, but searching for a job
Internship Iba pa:
Further academic education (higher education)
F2. Since completing your study programme at the university, which of the following applied to you? Multiple
answers possible
I considered working abroad
I sought employment abroad
I received an offer to work abroad
I had regular employment abroad
I have been sent abroad by my employer on a work assignment
None of the above
F3. How many jobs (including your current one) have you had altogether since graduation?
No job, I have never been employed since graduation Three jobs
One job More than three jobs
Two jobs
F4. How many hours do you work per week?
Less than 20 hours per week 41 to 50 hours
21 to 30 hours More than 50 hours
31 to 40 hours
F5. Are you permanently employed?
Yes No Not applicable, I am self-employed
F6- How long have you been working in your current job?
Less than 1 month 6 to less than 9 months
1 to less than 3 months 9 to less than 12 months
3 to less than 6 months More than one year
F7. In which region in the Philippines or country are you employed?
Pumili
F8. What type of employer do you work for?
Public/government Non-governmental organization (NGO)
Private International and diplomatic
Self-employed Iba pa:
F9. In which economic sector are you currently employed (e.g. banking, IT, food, manufacturing, education,
health, entertainment, etc.)?
Iyong sagot
F10. What is your occupation/job title (e.g. clerk, assistant manager, project engineer, primary school teacher, etc. ?
Iyong sagot
F11. Outline the three main duties/work tasks.
Iyong sagot
F12. What is your current gross monthly income?
Less than 10, 000 30, 001 – 40, 000
10, 001 – 20,000 40, 001 – 50, 000
20, 001 – 30, 000 More than 50, 000
F13. What kind of fringe/other benefits do you receive? Multiple answers possible.
Housing (subsidy, rent allowance)
Transportation (car/transport allowance)
Health (medical aid, insurances)
Education and training (staff development, family study rebate)
Retirement (pension, gratuity)
Clothing allowance
Rice/grocery allowance
None
Iba pa:
F14. How many employees work in your company/organization in total? Please estimate the number.
1 to 9 employees 100 to 249 employees
10 to 49 employees 250 to 999 employees
50 to 99 employees 1000 or more employees
F15. What is the geographical scope of your company/firm/organization?
Local scope National scope
Regional scope International scope
G. Work Requirements
Untitled Title
G1. To what extent are the following skills/competencies required in your current employment?
Mastery of my field/subject-specific knowledge
1 2 3 4 5
 Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to develop new ideas and solutions
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to become actively involved in my community
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to adapt to changing conditions
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to mobilize the capacities of others
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Analytical thinking
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Willingness to question my and others’ ideas
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to work efficiently towards a goal
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to manifest my faith in my lived experiences
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to work productively with others
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to communicate my Saletinnian identity and culture in my work place and social organizations
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to conduct, disseminate, and utilize research
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Ability to use information and communication technology
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
H. Relationship Between Study and Employment
H1. To what extent are the knowledge and skills you acquired during study utilized in your current job?
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
H2. In your opinion, what field of study is most appropriate for your current job?
Exclusively own field A completely different field
Own or a related field No particular field
H3. In your opinion, which qualification/degree level best matches your current job?
A higher degree/qualification A lower degree/qualification
My degree/qualification No degree/qualification necessary
H4. To what extent is your professional position appropriate to your course of study?
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
H5. If your job is not closely related to your course of study, why did you choose this job?
Not applicable, my job is closely related to my course of study
My current job is only a temporary stepping stone, I am still searching for professional orientation
I have not found an appropriate job (yet)
I receive a higher salary in my current job
My current job offers more security
My interests have changed
My current job allows a flexible time schedule
My current job allows me to work in a favored geographical place
My current job allows me to take into consideration the interests of my family/children
Iba pa:
H6. Overall, how do you rate the usefulness of your studies?
For finding an adequate job after finishing your studies
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all useful Very useful
For fulfilling your present professional tasks, if applicable
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all useful Very useful
For your future professional development/career
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all useful Very useful
For the development of your personality
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all useful Very useful
For the economic development of your country
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all useful Very useful
I. Work Orientation and Job Satisfaction
I1. How important are the following occupational aspects for you?
Interesting work tasks
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Work autonomy
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Clear and regulated work tasks
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Possibilities for applying acquired competencies
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Job security
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Social status and recognition
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Possibilities to realize own ideas
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Good work atmosphere
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Possibilities for further professional advancement
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
High salary
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Possibility of providing social influence
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
To have a challenging job
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Good career advancement prospects
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Assumption of coordination and management tasks
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Possibilities to do something useful for the general public
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Good conditions for managing both work-related and family-related issues
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Sufficient time for leisure activities
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
I2. To what extent do the following aspects apply to your current job situation?
If you are not employed. Please continue with question I3.
Interesting work tasks
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Work autonomy
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Clear and regulated work tasks
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Possibilities for applying acquired competencies
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Job security
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Social status and recognition
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Possibilities to realize own ideas
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Good work atmosphere
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Possibilities for further professional advancement
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
High salary
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Possibility of providing social influence
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
To have a challenging job
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Good career advancement prospects
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Assumption of coordination and management tasks
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Possibilities to do something useful for the general public
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Good conditions for managing both work-related and family-related issues
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
Sufficient time for leisure activities
1 2 3 4 5
Not At all important Very important
I3. What changes in employment and further education/training do you plan to achieve within the next three
years? Multiple answers possible.
To change my employer To discontinue employment
To obtain higher income To achieve more secure employment
To change my area of work assignment To achieve better use of my knowledge
To restart full-time study To obtain a better chance of pursuing continuous learning
To study part-time To take a job more closely linked to my study
To start my own business I have no major changes in mind
To get employed Iba pa:
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
J. Further Higher Education After Study
J1. Have you started a further or another course of studies after the study at the university? If NO Please
continue with question L1
Yes, I have completed it successfully
Yes, I am still studying
Yes, I have stopped my further course of studies
No, I have not started a further course of studies
J2. Please specify the course of studies of your further studies.
Iyong sagot
J3. What is the name of the educational institution and country of your further studies?
Iyong sagot
J4. When did you start your course of further studies?
Iyong sagot
J5. When did you/will you finish your courses of further studies?
Iyong sagot
J6. To what extent do the following reasons for further studies apply to you?
Wish to achieve a higher academic or professional degree
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Improve chances of finding a job
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Personal interest in particular subject area
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Demanded by my employer
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
Wish to improve my promotion prospects
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
The training is important for the development of my country
1 2 3 4 5
Not at all To a very high extent
K. Demographic Information
Please provide details about yourself in order to enable us to interpret your work biography as accurately as
possible.
K1. What is your gender?
Female Male Iba pa:
K2. What is your age?
Iyong sagot
K3. What is the highest level of education of your father?
Without education Diploma
Incomplete primary school Higher education (bachelor, master, doctorate)
Complete primary school Don’t know
Junior secondary Iba pa:
Senior secondary
K4. What is the highest level of education of your mother?
Without education Diploma
Incomplete primary school Higher education (bachelor, master, doctorate)
Complete primary school Don’t know
Junior secondary Iba pa:
Senior secondary
K5. What is your present country of residence?
Iyong sagot
L. Your Comments and Recommendations
Please share further comments and recommendations about your higher/tertiary education institution/study
programme in this part.
L1. What did you like about your study?
Iyong sagot
L2. What did you not like about your study?
Iyong sagot
L3. What important changes would you recommend for the university/study programme?
Iyong sagot
L4. What comments/suggestions regarding this survey would you like to make?
Iyong sagot
L5. How many minutes did you need to fill in this questionnaire?