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Online Professional Development: A Descriptive Case Study of Nigerian Petroleum Industry Technicians and Technologists Leveraging Online Undergraduate Education

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  • Excel Theophilus Ukpohor

    (Nigeria LNG Limited)

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This study explores the experiences and perceptions of Nigerian petroleum industry technicians and technologists leveraging online undergraduate education as a professional development tool. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, the research investigates how these employees navigate challenges such as internet connectivity issues, time management, and limited peer interaction while highlighting the benefits of flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and enhanced self-efficacy. Guided by Social Cognitive Career Theory (SCCT), the findings reveal that online education facilitates career advancement and skill acquisition and fosters personal growth and transformative learning experiences. The study underscores the importance of supportive organizational policies and improved digital infrastructure to maximize the potential of online education for workforce development. Implications for employers, policymakers, and educational institutions and recommendations for future research are discussed.

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  • Excel Theophilus Ukpohor, 2025. "Online Professional Development: A Descriptive Case Study of Nigerian Petroleum Industry Technicians and Technologists Leveraging Online Undergraduate Education," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(1), pages 1102-1115, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:i:1:p:1102-1115
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