Factors Affecting the Promotion of Careers for the Elderly in Muang District, Khon Kaen Province

Abstract

         This research article aimed to 1) study the status of career promotion for the elderly in Mueang District, Khon Kaen Province, 2) study the factors affecting career promotion for the elderly in Mueang District, Khon Kaen Province, and 3) study the guidelines for career promotion for the elderly in Mueang District, Khon Kaen Province. The research used both quantitative and qualitative methods. The sample consisted of 400 people aged 20-60 years in Khon Kaen Province, selected purposively. The target group consisted of 10 government and private sector representatives. The statistics used were frequency distribution and percentage of questionnaire respondents. The data were analyzed by presenting in tables using mean and standard deviation. Multiple regression analysis was performed using the sequential variable selection method, discussion of the results, and descriptive data analysis.

          The research findings revealed that: 1) the overall condition of occupational promotion for older adults in Mueang District, Khon Kaen Province was at a moderate level (x̄ = 3.02, S.D. = 0.72). Ranked from highest to lowest, the dimensions were political, economic, and social aspects, respectively. 2) The results of multiple regression analysis indicated that the five independent variables jointly explained 82.10% of the variance in the dependent variable (R² = .821). The model was statistically significant at the .001 level (F = 216.90, p = .001). 3) Relevant agencies should establish clear economic policies and formulate plans addressing economic and social changes through coordinated collaboration among all sectors. Society should play an active participatory role in all aspects, and development policies should be designed to comprehensively promote occupational opportunities for older adults through efficient and integrated service systems.