With more than 400 articles, the Encyclopedia of Career Development is the premier reference tool for research on career-related topics. Covering a broad range of themes, the contributions represent original material written by internationally-renowned scholars that view career development from a number of different dimensions. This multidisciplinary resource examines career-related issues from psychological, sociological, educational, counseling, organizational behavior, and human resource management perspectives.

Key Features


Offers introductory materials prepared by the editors and supplementary appendices on select topics
Incorporates global, cultural, and international dimensions of careers and examines the social context of careers such as the contemporary work environment, emerging values in society, gender and ethnicity, social class, and work-family interface
Explores the evolution of careers, including career stages, patterns, and transitions, as well as variations in the meaning of career success
Discusses career decision-making strategies, and looks at legislative, regulatory, and labor relations decrees that influence career development and decision making
Analyzes initiatives used by employers, counselors, and society to promote the effective development of careers



The Encyclopedia of Career Development is a leading edge reference tool that is recognized as a "must have" for libraries in the United States and around the world. In addition, corporations and career centers will also want to add this valuable set to their collections.