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Exploring the Drivers of Youth Pursuing Vocational Training in High-Paying Sectors in Côte d’Ivoire

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  • Clara Delavallade
  • Manil Nadir Zenaki
  • Lea Marie Rouanet
  • Mousson Estelle Jamel Koussoube

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Education and skills are two key determinants of earning potential, with sector specialization significantly influencing earnings. This study examines the drivers behind training choices in two high-paying sectors: information and communications technology (ICT) and energy. Drawing on data from 2,528 individuals seeking vocational training in Côte d’Ivoire, we find that a majority (72% of men and 51% of women) aspire to train in ICT or energy. For both genders, higher levels of education and larger professional networks are positively correlated with selecting training in these high-paying sectors. For women, previous training in similar fields strongly predicts their training choices, highlighting path dependency. Additionally, women benefit more from male role models, which significantly increase their likelihood of choosing a training in ICT or energy. Women with greater agency are also more likely to opt for training in these sectors. Conversely, women holding more traditional views on specific household responsibilities are less likely to choose high-paying sector training.

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  • Clara Delavallade & Manil Nadir Zenaki & Lea Marie Rouanet & Mousson Estelle Jamel Koussoube, 2024. "Exploring the Drivers of Youth Pursuing Vocational Training in High-Paying Sectors in Côte d’Ivoire," Policy Research Working Paper Series 10924, The World Bank.
  • Handle: RePEc:wbk:wbrwps:10924
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