International Journal of Research Studies in Management
Divine Word College of San Jose Special Issue
2025 Volume 13 Issue 4
Available Online: 3 May 2025
Author/s:
Tadeo, Heasylyn G.*
Divine Word College of San Jose, Philippines (heasyt@gmail.com)
Macabata, Nancy S.
Divine Word College of San Jose, Philippines (nancy.santiago.macabata@gmail.com)
Limos-Galay, Jenny A.
Divine Word College of San Jose, Philippines (jennygalay05@gmail.com)
Lazaro, Neofe J.
Divine Word College of San Jose, Philippines (mharifel.javier.lazaro@gmail.com)
Abstract:
This tracer study on the employment outcomes of scholar-graduates from Rizal Occidental Mindoro TESDA Training and Accreditation Center examined the demographic profiles, training specialization, certification status, and employment performance of scholar-graduates from 2019 to 2022. A descriptive-correlational research approach was employed, utilizing a researcher-made questionnaire to gather data. Statistical analyses were employed to determine relationships among key variables, including frequency distribution, weighted mean, percentage distribution, and multiple stepwise regression. Findings revealed that most scholar-graduates are young adults, predominantly male, and belong to lower- to middle-income households. The majority hold college degrees and have pursued technical specializations such as Driving NCII and Masonry NCII, with many obtaining a National Certificate II. Employment outcomes indicate that a significant portion are in full-time jobs with their job performance rated as “Very High”. The study established significant relationships between scholar-graduates’ profiles and their specialization, certification, and employment status. However, no significant link was found between their profile and workplace performance. Specialization is significantly related to both employment status and job performance, whereas certification does not directly influence employment status. The study recommends increasing female participation in scholarship programs, strengthening employment linkages, expanding training programs to include emerging industries, providing continuous upskilling opportunities, supporting entrepreneurial initiatives, and conducting regular program assessments. These enhancements aim to improve the effectiveness of the ROMTTAC program in facilitating sustainable employment and career growth for its graduates.
Keywords: ROMTTAC tracer study, TESDA, employment status, certification status, training specialization
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrsm.2025.25505
Cite this article:
Tadeo, H. G., Macabata, N. S., Galay-Limos, J. A., & Lazaro, N. J. (2025). Tracer study on the employment outcomes of scholar-graduates from Rizal Occidental Mindoro TESDA Training and Accreditation Center. International Journal of Research Studies in Management, 13(4), 71-87. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrsm.2025.25505
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