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EMPLOYMENT STATUS OF WOMEN HIGHER EDUCATION IN CUDDALORE DISTRICT

S. PADMINI 1, and Dr. V. KALAISELVI 2.

Vol 18, No 12 ( 2023 )   |  DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.10376957   |   Author Affiliation: PhD, Research Scholar, Department of Economics, Annamalai University Annamalai Nagar Chidambaram 1; Assistant Professor, Economics, Department of Economics, Arignar Anna Govt. Arts College, Villupuram, Tamilnadu, Deputed from Annamalai University 2.   |   Licensing: CC 4.0   |   Pg no: 499-508   |   Published on: 11-12-2023

Abstract

This study focuses on the employment status of women in the Cuddalore district is the main emphasis of this study, particularly the effects of work and education on women. The findings showed a strong positive correlation between women's empowerment in decision-making, control over resources, and voice, and employment and education. Women who have an education are more likely to be employed, and as employment builds economic strength and financial independence, it also contributes to their empowerment. Higher education is a key component of the Millennium Development Goals since it not only increases human potential but also establishes the foundation for a high standard of living. The information highlights how crucial it is to take regional differences into account when developing financial policies and assistance initiatives. Regarding this study, the questionnaire's reliability was 90%. Both descriptive and inferential statistical methods, including the chi- square test, were applied to the data analysis. The results showed that women with higher education degrees had greater career opportunities. It was also discovered that women's employment and advancement in the workforce are significantly influenced by higher education.


Keywords

Millennium Development Goals, Economically, Financially, Decision Making, Employment and Promotion.