Author: Ehrol C. Bayed, Reny T. Putic, Charideep. Publico, Clarissa L. Amoga, Rose Ann C. Banguilan

Abstract: This study entitled “ Tracer Study of BSAF Graduates of the Kalinga State University- Rizal Campus from 2012- 2018” aimed to assess the factors associated with the job placement of the graduates of Bachelor of Science in Agroforestry (BSAF) Program from 2012 to 2018 specifically to, (1) determine the respondent’s profile; (2) determine the nature and current employment status of the BSAF graduates; and,(3) identify the competencies/skills developed by Kalinga State University – Rizal Campus considered by the respondents useful in meeting the demands of their present work. The study was conducted at Rizal, Kalinga from June- December 2019 with the BSAF graduates from 2012-2018 as the respondents of the study.There were a total of 90 graduates and 61 or 67.78% only were traced. Survey questionnaires were floated to the graduates and Frequency, percentage, and ranking were used to treat the data gathered. The results of this study revealed that; out of 61 traced graduates, there were 43 or 70.49% who were employed and 18 or 29.51% were not yet employed; majority were engaged in Professional/Technical/ Supervisory works with 29 or 67.44 % and; majority were contractual employees with 23 or 53.49%. Furthermore, more than ¾ or 75.93% of the respondents regarded Communication Skills as the main competency that helps them a lot in finding a job. The employment status of the BSAF graduates is high. However, enhancing linkage with the different agencies in the immediate vicinity and nearby towns as well is highly recommended. This may improve graduates chances of finding employment and at least maintain the high employability level of the graduates.

Keywords: tracer study, BSAF graduates, Kalinga State University, Rizal Campus.

Article Info: Received: 16 Nov 2021; Received in revised form: 19 Dec 2021; Accepted: 25 Dec 2021; Available online: 31 Dec 2021

DOI: 10.22161/ijels.66.51