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Are you on the right track?
For students, one of the most significant factors in considering college degree courses is the career pathway they can have after graduation. Will they land a good job that offers sustainable income?
For those searching for a college course that could offer a lucrative salary, look no further. The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) has just released the highlight results of the 2022 Occupational Wages Survey (OWS), revealing the country’s top 10 highest-paying jobs.
According to the Sept. 22, 2023 story by the PSA, the highest-paying jobs can be found in the air transport industry, specifically pilots and related associated jobs, with an estimated monthly salary of P135,363. Furthermore, software developers follow them with a monthly salary of P70,595. Last on the top 10 list are the accountants, with a monthly salary of P48,982.
The PSA disclosed that this survey covered “16,057 formal establishments employing at least 20 workers nationwide, of which wage rates of monitored occupations across selected industries were collected.”
What do you think, are you on the right track? — Jessica Pag-iwayan
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