Tracer study of criminology graduates in University of Mindanao

Abstract

"This study was conducted to trace and determine what are the status of the graduates of Bachelor of Science in Criminology of the University of Mindanao. We conducted surveys to the police stations and we used social media to locate the specific names of our respondents. Our respondents graduated on 2014 at University of Mindanao. The findings revealed that graduates were came from different regions in the country but majority are coming from Region XI and Residents from Davao City. Some of our respondents are already police officer. In terms of personal background, majority of the respondents are single; males; age group from 25-30; residing in rural areas.In terms of Educational background all of the respondents did not able to earn post graduate degree; passed the Licensure Exam for Criminologist; Inspired by role model in taking criminology course.Most of the respondents we got are regularly or permanently employed in the Philippine National Police that pursue training for Professional Development; locally employed; staying the job for salaries and benefits; found the job as walk in applicant; salaries ranging 20,000-30,000; and indicated the curriculum they have in college are related to their present job.

Keywords: Tracer Study, Criminology Graduates, Philippine National Police "