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A Study on Challenges and Career Progression of Diploma Apprentices

Authors: Mohana Varshini D

ABSTRACT

In India, apprentices often encounter challenges in understanding their career paths, with a significant portion lacking clarity and guidance. This study addresses this issue by focusing on diploma apprentices within Saint-Gobain India Private Limited. Through a comprehensive approach, the study aims to identify, understand, and mitigate challenges faced by apprentices, thereby enhancing their career progression prospects.

This study investigates the challenges and career progression of diploma apprentices within Saint-Gobain India Private Limited. This indicates that the research aims to explore the difficulties these apprentices encounter in their work and learning environment, as well as how they advance in their careers within the company. The study likely uncovers various challenges that diploma apprentices face, which may include adapting to the workplace environment, managing workload alongside study commitments, overcoming technical or skill-related obstacles, and potentially navigating cultural or organizational barriers.

The primary objective is to examine the challenges and career progression of diploma apprentices within Saint-Gobain India Private Limited. Secondary objectives include assessing apprentice satisfaction and motivation levels, identifying specific challenges encountered in training and work environments, studying coping strategies and support mechanisms, and evaluating the impact of challenging career progression on both apprentices and the organization.

The study surveyed 123 diploma apprentices from Saint-Gobain India Private Limited. This sample size represents a portion of the total population of diploma apprentices within the organization, utilizing research tools such as the U test, H test, and correlation analysis. The study utilized statistical tools such as the U test, H test, and correlation analysis. These are quantitative methods used to analyses data and uncover patterns, relationships, and differences within the dataset. The research findings shed light on the challenges faced by diploma apprentices during their professional journey. These challenges could include obstacles related to work tasks, adapting to the workplace culture, balancing work and study commitments, or other factors specific to their roles within the company. Additionally, the findings highlighted the factors that influence the career advancement of apprentices within Saint-Gobain India Private Limited. This could include access to training programs, mentorship opportunities, performance evaluations, or other aspects of career development within the organization.

Insights from this research provide valuable input for enhancing the apprenticeship program and fostering better career development opportunities at Saint-Gobain India Private Limited