Assessing career decision-making difficulties: A cross-cultural study

Authors
Citation
Wc. Mau, Assessing career decision-making difficulties: A cross-cultural study, J CAREER A, 9(4), 2001, pp. 353-364
Citations number
28
Categorie Soggetti
Psycology
Journal title
JOURNAL OF CAREER ASSESSMENT
ISSN journal
10690727 → ACNP
Volume
9
Issue
4
Year of publication
2001
Pages
353 - 364
Database
ISI
SICI code
1069-0727(200123)9:4<353:ACDDAC>2.0.ZU;2-L
Abstract
This study examines the validity of the Career Decision-Making Difficulties Questionnaire (CDDQ) in relation to its cultural relevance. Relationships between career decision-making difficulties and career indecision are also examined in relation to the two cultural groups, American and Taiwanese uni versity students. Structural equation modeling (SEM) shows that the taxonom y of career decision-making difficulties can be reliably measured for Ameri can college students. However, the data based on the Taiwanese students has a relatively poor fit of the factorial model. Compared to the America stud ents, Taiwanese students report more difficulties in career decision making and tend to be more indecisive in their career decision making. Difference s in career decisionmaking difficulties between American and Taiwanese coll ege students are discussed in light of cultural differences.