Career Theory Building in AJCD during its Inaugural 10 Years

Abstract

This paper reviews the inaugural 10 volumes of the Australian Journal of Career Development to examine the journal's contribution to the advancement of career development theory. Twenty-six articles that met sound scientific methodological and reporting criteria were selected for review. These articles were strongly represented by cross-sectional analyses, and included survey, qualitative and combination designs. There was a clear preference for Holland's model; studies examining gender differences were strongly represented; and there was a focus on career counselling and guidance research. The authors call for a more Australian-centred research agenda, including one related to indigenous and ethnic minorities.