Development And Validation Of My Choice My Future (Mcmf) Career Indicator: A Comprehensive Indigenous Personality Assessment

Abstract

The study intricately explores development and validation process of an indigenous assessment tool known as 'My Choice, My Future' (MCMF) Career Indicator. This tool is meticulously crafted through five rigorous stages of thematic exploration aimed at aiding users in aligning their career choices with their unique personalities. Development of the MCMF engaged a diverse array of inputs from experts, including psychologists, career counselors, professionals, educators and researchers spanning across five phases. The phases encompassed identification of 12 core personality traits and creation of six foundational building blocks for each trait which culminated into 72 items. Validation of the items was carried out using triangulation technique. Mapping of traits to 25 career clusters along with their respective domains and required skill sets was conducted ensuring relevance within Indian context. Driving force behind this endeavor was the necessity for a culturally and psychometrically robust career interest assessment instrument tailored specifically for career guidance. Given its intended use in Indian context, the approach leaned towards naturalism rather than positivism. By integrating both etic (Western) and emic (Indian) research approaches, an effective indigenous assessment tool specific to career guidance was successfully developed ensuring its cultural relevance and efficacy.