Rewiring the STEM pipeline - a C-B-E framework to female retention

Author:

Roemer Carina,Rundle-Thiele Sharyn,Pang Bo,David Patricia,Kim Jeawon,Durl James,Dietrich Timo,Carins Julia

Abstract

Purpose Females are underrepresented in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), both in the workforce and in universities. Low self-efficacy and limited access to role models are key factors preventing retention of female STEM students enrolled in university degrees. This paper aims to report on one social marketing pilot programme that was co-designed to increase self-efficacy in females currently enrolled in STEM programmes. Design/methodology/approach The Co-create, Build and Engage (C-B-E) framework was applied. Process and outcome evaluations were conducted using a repeated measure design to assess pilot programme effectiveness. Findings A significant increase in self-efficacy and high satisfaction rates were observed for STEM students that attended the bias literacy workshop. Social advertisements raised awareness for available STEM specific university services. Originality/value This paper outlines the application of the C-B-E framework. To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this study delivers the first scientific paper reporting an outcome evaluation for a social marketing programme seeking to retain women enrolled in university STEM degrees.

Publisher

Emerald

Subject

Marketing

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