Analysis of the Factors Affecting the Employment Quality of College Graduates: A Case Study of China

Abstract

The employment quality of college graduates in China is a topic of widespread concern. This paper uses authoritative data sources, including the China Labor Statistics Yearbook, China Statistical Yearbook, and data from provincial statistical bureaus, to examine the employment quality of college graduates in different regions of China. Specifically, the paper explores three aspects: salary level, job intensity, and job stability. The research results indicate that undergraduate graduates experience lower job intensity than college counterparts. However, while North, East, and South China show high salary levels and job stability, issues such as high work intensity, high cost of living, and small living space exist. Therefore, this paper offers policy development recommendations to promote job market reform and improve employment quality. These recommendations aim to address the challenges faced by college graduates in various regions of China and to promote the stability of the country’s social and economic development. By examining the employment quality of college graduates in different regions of China, this paper provides valuable insights for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners.