Perceived Market Demand for Filipino Civil Engineers in the Kingdom of Bahrain

Abstract

This study aimed to find out the market demand for Filipino civil engineers in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Specifically, it tried to determine the market demand for Filipino civil engineers in terms of communication skills, computer skills, managerial skills, technical expertise, environmental awareness, linkages with other agencies, keeping abreast with new technologies and soft skills; to know if there is significant relationship between the profile of the civil engineers and the perceived market demands. Descriptive-quantitative correlational method of research was used in this study. The data gathered where analyzed and interpreted using frequency counts, percentages, mean and Pearson’s r for relationship. SPSS software was used in statistical analysis. Results show that 92 % of the respondents were male, 88.24% passed the Licensure Examination for Civil Engineers, 33.3% were in top management as consultants/managers/project supervisors, 94.12% have 7 years and above of experience, 90.2% attended more than 7 trainings/seminars and 59.4% were holders of Bachelor in Civil Engineering. The market demand for Filipino civil engineers was perceived by themselves as much needed. Market demand and gender has a p value of 0.43, market demand and eligibility has a p value of 0.33, market demand and type of employment has a p value of 0.43, market demand and years of experience has a p value of 0.88, market demand and seminars has a p value of 0.82, and market demand and educational attainment has a p value of 0.81. It implied that there is insufficient evidence to support the claim that there is a significant relationship between market demand and the profile of Filipino civil engineers in the kingdom of Bahrain.