The Way Toward Self - Employment Careers of Home Economics Graduates Vocational College

Abstract

The purposes of this research were to study 1. The way of independent career of home economics graduates. 2. The management system and how to operate an independent career of home economics graduates. 3. Barriers to independent occupation of home economics graduates Vocational College.

The tool was qualitative research conducted in in-depth interviews with independent professionals who provide information selected by home economics graduates. Vocational colleges Department of Food and Nutrition General house Clothing and Apparel at least 5 years of independent career through interview and observation. During the interview It will use taped recording during the conversation, taking notes and observing behaviors. Data analysis Content Analysis

The results of the study found that those who graduated from home economics The 15 vocational colleges include 13 new starters and 2 family businesses. There are two reasons for choosing a business: (1) Personal needs To do what love and aptitude. Potential and ability of entrepreneurs, experience and age (2) External factors include income, opportunity and competition. Business and family potential. The management system and operation method are the same front-end owners who have found 4 operations: (1) Marketing (2) Financial (3) Production (4) Personnel the problems and obstacles found are high competition. Current economic uncertainty and home economics graduates who are self-employed do not have enough marketing knowledge. Financial problems include: Not being systematically accountable for operating manufacturing problems are problems of quality personnel in producing goods or services, resulting in ineffective products or services that meet the needs. Conclusions and Criticism: The findings will guide or guide the career pathway in home economics. Of those who graduated in home economics. Vocational colleges