scholarly journals The Relationship Between Experiential Learning and Career Outcomes for Alumni of International Development Studies Programs in Canada

2018 ◽  
Vol 48 (3) ◽  
pp. 23-42
Author(s):  
Rebecca Tiessen ◽  
Kate Grantham ◽  
John Cameron
Keyword(s):  
Experiential Learning ◽  
International Development ◽  
Learning Opportunities ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Development Studies ◽  
Career Outcomes ◽  
Current Program ◽  
Work Integrated Learning ◽  
International Development Studies ◽  
The Relationship

In this paper, we explore the relationship between experiential learning and career outcomes for international development studies (IDS) graduates from the perspective of program alumni, by presenting the results of a national survey completed by 1,901 IDS alumni across Canada. Employing study data, we answer the following research questions: (1) What do IDS alumni consider important experiential learning opportunities? and (2) What is the perceived relationship between experiential learning and career outcomes? We argue that documenting IDS graduate perspectives on the relationship between experiential learning and career paths can inform current program opportunities and highlight the relationship between work-integrated learning and career success in this field.

scholarly journals The Relationship Between Experiential Learning and Career Outcomes for Alumni of International Development Studies Programs in Canada

2019 ◽  
Vol 48 (3) ◽  
pp. 23-42 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rebecca Tiessen ◽  
Kate Grantham ◽  
John Cameron
Keyword(s):  
Experiential Learning ◽  
International Development ◽  
Learning Opportunities ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Development Studies ◽  
Career Outcomes ◽  
Current Program ◽  
Work Integrated Learning ◽  
International Development Studies ◽  
The Relationship

In this paper, we explore the relationship between experiential learning and career outcomes for international development studies (IDS) graduates from the perspective of program alumni, by presenting the results of a national survey completed by 1,901 IDS alumni across Canada. Employing study data, we answer the following research questions: (1) What do IDS alumni consider important experiential learning opportunities? and (2) What is the perceived relationship between experiential learning and career outcomes? We argue that documenting IDS graduate perspectives on the relationship between experiential learning and career paths can inform current program opportunities and highlight the relationship between work-integrated learning and career success in this field.

Experiential learning in accounting work-integrated learning: a three-way partnership

2015 ◽  
Vol 57 (2) ◽  
pp. 204-218 ◽  
Author(s):  
Evangeline Elijido-Ten ◽  
Louise Kloot
Keyword(s):  
Experiential Learning ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Accounting Students ◽  
Integrated Learning ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Performance Reviews ◽  
Medium Enterprise ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Work Integrated Learning

Purpose – Work-integrated learning (WIL) helps improve the work readiness of accounting graduates. The purpose of this paper is to explore the role played by large and small-to-medium enterprise (SME) employers in providing experiential learning opportunities to accounting students in an Australian higher education context. Design/methodology/approach – Case-study data for this research were collected from the case university’s processes, semi-structured in-depth interviews with employer representatives and online survey with WIL students. Findings – The analysis reveals that both SMEs and large firms provide good training opportunities that enhance the student’s experiential learning particularly when proper WIL structures for pre-placement processes, training, supervision and performance reviews are in place. The results also confirm that WIL is seen as a positive experience by employers and students alike. Originality/value – There is a three-way partnership between the university, employers and students in a WIL contract. Calls for collaborative research involving all three parties have been made to enhance WIL programs. This study is a response to this call.

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