A study of the long-range course planning of one university's students found that less than half plan more than a few courses ahead, and that planning correlated more with students' time in college and career commitment than with academic aptitude or achievement. (MSE)

Realistic previews are suggested for two major career transitions: the entry from high school to college and university and the transition from university to the world of work. Newcomers often hold unrealistic expectations of their jobs and the organization; the preview is meant to provide better preparation for appropriate choices. (Author/MLW)