US EditionCredential Inflation and Employment of University Faculty in China
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Credential inflation and employment of university faculty in China
Universities have become increasingly strict with the academic requirements of newly enrolled faculties. It manifests as the credential inflation of new applicants for university academic positions. There is little research that has provided empirical evidence for this phenomenon. This research takes China as a case, aiming to test whether there is credential inflation in universities and the inflation rate. To conduct research, we collect facul…
Since the post-pandemic economic recovery, the Chinese labour market has struggled to absorb the massive wave of university graduates. This situation has led many young people to extend their courses, in the hope of improving their chances. The master's degree, formerly reserved for an elite, has become a quasi-compulsory transition to qualified positions, particularly in the technological and financial sectors.
In China, a Master's Degree Becomes the New Bachelor's Degree: Education Trends 2024
In China’s rapidly evolving education landscape, the traditional value of a bachelor’s degree is undergoing a significant transformation. As the job market grows increasingly competitive, a master’s degree has become the new baseline credential for young professionals seeking to distinguish themselves. This shift reflects broader economic and social changes, with advanced degrees no longer viewed as an academic luxury but rather a necessity in s…
The Washington Post · Joshua Yang As a college student at Peking University, one of China’s most prestigious, Crystal knew she wanted to end up working for one of the country’s top tech or financial conglomerates. Throughout her career, Crystal—who only agrees to be identified by her first name for fear of professional reprisals—did everything in her power to get hired. She participated in competitions with the American consulting firm Bain and …
Master’s Degree Now Mandatory for Jobs - Chinese Graduates
Master’s Degree Now Mandatory for Jobs – Chinese Graduates Master’s degree becomes the new standard in China Post-pandemic recovery stalls amid tech and finance layoffs By Grateful Ogunjebe For many young Chinese graduates like Crystal, a bachelor’s degree is no longer enough to land a decent job. EDITOR’S PICKS President Tinubu Pays Tribute to […] The post Master’s Degree Now Mandatory for Jobs – Chinese Graduates Cries Out appeared first on E…
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