Pedigree: How Elite Students Get Elite Jobs

Pedigree: How Elite Students Get Elite Jobs

Lauren A. Rivera • Princeton University Press

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ISBN-10: 0691169276 · ISBN-13: 978‑0691169279 · 2016

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Dimensions: 8.5 in × 5.8 in × 1.1 in; 14 Oz

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Uncover the hidden mechanisms through which elite students secure top-tier employment, often irrespective of individual merit. This incisive study delves into the subtle yet powerful role of social class, networks, and cultural capital in shaping career trajectories within the most prestigious industries. A compelling read for anyone interested in the dynamics of social mobility and the reproduction of inequality in modern society.

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