Researcher(s):Daniel P. O’Shea, Alicia M. Betsinger and Christopher T. King
Date Published: April 1999
Publisher(s): Ray Marshall Center for the Study of Human Resources, The University of Texas at Austin

Abstract: This report presents preliminary findings regarding the career progression of individuals in ten occupations. The project was designed to explore the education, training, and work experiences of individuals who are successful in these occupations as a possible basis for career guidance information and further research. The occupations were selected as probable “apex” occupations projected from “entry” occupations for which job placements are currently favorable.

Researchers conducted face-to-face interviews in the Austin metropolitan area with between five and ten individuals in each occupation. Participants were identified and recruited through professional or employer association, training or educational providers, and personal referrals. Because of the convenience sampling and small numbers of participants, findings are anecdotal and are not generalizable.

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Return-On-Investment (ROI) Analysis of Education and Training in the Construction Industry
Authors: Robert W. Glover, Donald W. Long, Carl T. Haas, Christine Alemany
Published Date: March 1999
Publisher: Ray Marshall Center for the Study of Human Resources, The University of Texas at Austin.

Planning and Scheduling a Multiskilled Workforce
Authors: Carl T. Haas, John D. Borcherding, Robert W. Glover, Richard L. Tucker, Ana Maria Rodriguez, and Jorge Gomar
Published Date: March 1999
Publisher: Ray Marshall Center for the Study of Human Resources, The University of Texas at Austin.

Key Workforce Challenges Facing the American Construction Industry: An Interim Assessment
Authors: Richard L. Tucker, Carl T. Haas, Robert W. Glover, Christine Alemany, Lynn Ann Carley, Ana Maria Rodriguez, and David Shields.
Published Date: March 1999
Publisher: Ray Marshall Center for the Study of Human Resources, The University of Texas at Austin.

Craft Workers’ Experiences With and Attitudes Towards Multiskilling
Authors: Carl T. Haas, John D. Borcherding, Robert W. Glover, Richard L. Tucker, Lynn Ann Carley, and Jason A. Eickmann.
Publication Date: March 1999
Publisher: Ray Marshall Center for the Study of Human Resources, The University of Texas at Austin.