Authors

Ma. Lida A. Solano, PhD
Capiz State University-Main Campus
Roxas City, Capiz, Philippines

Maria Sheila D. Simon, EdD
Capiz State University-Main Campus
Roxas City, Capiz, Philippines

Elmer M. Albaladejo, EdD
Capiz State University-Main Campus
Roxas City, Capiz, Philippines

Charry B. Tachado, EdD
Capiz State University-Main Campus
Roxas City, Capiz, Philippines

Hazel D. Joaquin, PhD
Capiz State University-Main Campus
Roxas City, Capiz, Philippines

Cleo Jude A. Joaquin, EdD
Capiz State University-Main Campus
Roxas City, Capiz, Philippines

Vicmar B. Solano, EdD
Capiz State University-Main Campus
Roxas City, Capiz, Philippines

Christian George F. Acevedo*
Capiz State University-Main Campus
Roxas City, Capiz, Philippines
Email: Cgfacevedo@capsu.edu.ph

Remar D. Apolinario
Capiz State University-Main Campus
Roxas City, Capiz, Philippines

Regie Van C. Llorente
Capiz State University-Main Campus
Roxas City, Capiz, Philippines

Monica Jane Pelegres
Capiz State University-Main Campus
Roxas City, Capiz, Philippines

Abstract

This descriptive tracer study examined the employability status, professional competencies, and career productivity of graduates of the Master of Arts in Education major in Educational Management (MAEd–EDM) at Capiz State University. Using complete enumeration sampling, a total of 103 graduates from 2010 to 2025 participated through an online researcher-made questionnaire. Findings revealed a 100% full-time employment rate, with the majority already employed at graduation and nearly all (98%) reporting strong alignment between their degree and current professional roles. Most graduates are employed in the public education sector, with a notable proportion having advanced into supervisory and administrative positions. Graduates rated the program’s contribution to leadership readiness, core competencies, and workplace skills development at a very high extent, with ethical leadership, decision-making, human relations, and professional confidence identified as the program’s strongest outcomes. Graduate satisfaction was exceptionally high, with all respondents expressing willingness to recommend the program. While research competence and digital skills were similarly rated very high, these areas were identified as strategic priorities for further enhancement. The study recommends institutionalizing curriculum review, expanding experiential learning, strengthening research capacity-building, and integrating advanced digital leadership modules to sustain program quality and responsiveness to evolving educational demands.

Keywords: Graduate tracer study, employability, professional competence, educational management, career productivity

*Corresponding author
DOI: http://doi.org/10.69651/PIJHSS0501821

Recommended citation:
Solano, M. L. A., Simon, M. S. D., Albaladejo, E. M., Tachado, C. B., Joaquin, H. D., Joaquin, C. J. A., Solano, V. B., Acevedo, C. G. F., Apolinario, R. D., Llorente, R. V. C., & Pelegres, M. J. (2026). Beyond graduation: Employability, professional competence, and career productivity of MAEd Educational Management graduates. Pantao (The International Journal of the Humanities and Social Sciences) 5 (1), 9192-9204. http://doi.org/10.69651/PIJHSS0501821

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