Afro-descendant graduates from the Vacancy System of the Stat University of Montes Claros: an analysis of the educational and professional trajectory

Abstract

This paper aims to analyze the educational and professional trajectory of graduates of the Afro-descendant category at the State University of Montes Claros. This research was based on the following question: What educational and professional trajectories have the graduates of the system of reservation of places for needy Afro-descendants followed after completing their graduation? Through the methodology of qualitative and quantitative approach, 45 questionnaires were applied to graduates from different areas of training, in order for them to report their experiences as black students and undergraduate quota students. In the qualitative approach, a bibliographic review and documental research were used. The results show that higher education has increased their knowledge baggage, increased these people's income and prepared them for the job market.