TOPIC:

A Study of Over-Education in Hong Kong

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BIOGRAPHY:

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ABSTRACT:

Over-education has long been an issue among developed economies in the western world for decades. Researchers have conducted studies and estimated the ratio of over-education of their respective countries; however, there was not much done, if any, for Hong Kong. This study investigated the proportion of over-education in Hong Kong, and compare differences across different demographic factors including majors of studies, years of work experience, income levels, academic qualification levels, industries, and gender. This study narrows the research gap for Hong Kong on over-education. It also opens the door for future research and deeper study concerning over-education in Hong Kong between graduates of government-funded and privately-funded higher education institutes, across different majors and industries. These will not only have substantial financial implications on government spending on higher education but also provide directions for students’ choices.