Pedagogical Strategies in Developing Competency Profile for Enhancing Performance Level among Malaysian Building Surveying Graduates: Developing a Research Methodology
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The performance of building surveying graduates should be defined and tailored to address the unique industry’s requirements. This research aimed to propose a comprehensive research methodology, techniques and processes to develop a well-defined set of competencies that may effectively improve the performance of building surveying graduates in a specific Malaysian context. The suggested procedures for conducting future competency studies involve inquiry within a mixed-method design that combines both quantitative and qualitative methods. This blended methodology enables a comprehensive examination of competencies, supported by a strong epistemological foundation and a selection of appropriate research designs. The findings of this study could develop a robust and valid competency profile that is specifically tailored to Malaysian building surveying graduates by enriching the existing research methodology knowledge concerning the surrounding competence studies, thus, potentially enhancing the overall quality of the industry’s workforce. This study will pave the way for further research that is aimed at establishing a competency profile that deals with both non-technical and technical skills for Malaysian building surveying graduates. Engaging in such an endeavour has the potential to enhance a holistic approach towards fostering competency in the subject, therefore, equipping graduates with the necessary skills to thrive in their future professional responsibilities.
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