Exploring the Impact of Household Head’s Education and Occupation on Basic Education Financing
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: This study investigates the association between the education and occupation of household heads and household financing for basic education in Nepal. Utilizing a quantitative approach with a correlational and descriptive design, data was collected through structured questionnaires from 380 households in Ratuwamai Municipality of Morang district. The findings reveal significant differences in per-child household financing for basic education based on the occupation and education levels of household heads. Higher-paying professions and higher parental education levels are associated with greater household financial resources allocated to children's education. Conversely, households with low-income occupations and lower parental education levels face financial barriers, resulting in reduced prioritization of education. These findings underscore the association of socioeconomic factors on household financing decisions and highlight the importance of considering household head occupation and parental education in household financing on basic education.
Source: Teacher Half-Yearly Journal
Author: Basudeb Khanal
Institution: Tribhuvan University
Language: English
Subfield: Safety Research
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4409820183