Being laureate of a Moroccan University, what professional future? A multinomial analysis on a sample of laureates from Hassan 1st University of Settat

Abstract

This article aims to highlight the determining factors of career paths for a sample of 600 graduates from the Hassan 1^st University of Settat (cohort 2014/2015), three years after leaving the institution. These factors include age, parental education level, and parental socio-economic status. Using this sample, the study estimates the probability of belonging to one of three trajectory classes ("Further Education," "Fast and Sustainable Employment Access," and "Recurrent or Persistent Unemployment") through a multinomial logit model. Results show that not only the level of education but also social networks and professional experience, such as internships, play a role. The study also highlights the significant role of parental education level in career path choices.