THE INFLUENCE OF THEORIES OF VOCATIONAL EDUCATION ON CHOICE OF AREA OF SPECIALIZATION IN BUSINESS EDUCATION

Emmanuel ADUKWU Achem

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The paper highlighted the role of vocational theories in the choice of areas of specialization among business education students, leading to career choice generally. The theories examined include the Developmental Vocational Theory, the Trait Factor Theory, among others. All the theories recommended an examination of the strengths and weaknesses of the individual, the social background of the individual, job requirements and ascertainment of whether the individual’ s strengths could match the job requirements for satisfactory job performance. Recommendations made include provision and strengthening of guidance and counseling in formal and non-formal schools.

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