Ageism as percieved and experienced by expatriate

Ageism in Singapore - the expatriate view

Hello:
You are invited to participate in my masters dissertation survey on Ageism as perceived by expatriates in Singapore. Approximately 100 people will be asked to complete a survey that asks questions about age discrimination in Singapore, and their perceptions and experiences relating to it. It will take approximately 10 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

Your participation in this study is completely voluntary. There are no foreseeable risks associated with this project. No names or personally identifying details will be asked, so anonymity can be assured. However, if you feel uncomfortable answering any questions, you can withdraw from the survey at any point. It is very important for me to learn your opinions.

Your survey responses will be strictly confidential and data from this research will be reported only in the aggregate. Your information will be coded and will remain confidential. If you have questions at any time about the survey or the procedures, you may contact Gia Bidani at +44 7577 022 567 or by email at [email protected]

Thank you very much for your time and support. Please start with the survey now by clicking on the Continue button below.

How would you describe your current position (eg. regional sales manager, finance director, legal secretary, etc.), and approximately how long have you been at your current position (years and months)?

Are you and your direct line manager of a similar age? How does this affect your relationship with them - do you feel that the age similarity/difference has an impact on the way they treat you and the opportunities you are afforded by them (eg training, etc)?

In your experience, has age been a deciding factor in choices between which employees are made redundant in times of economic crisis/downsizing? If so, how/why?

How do you perceive younger workers? (eg. fresh graduates.)

How do you perceive older workers? (individuals over 45, and those nearing retirement age)

Do you think that older workers should be allowed to work once they've surpassed the legal retirement age? Why/why not?

What is your opinion of the current legal retirement age? Should it be higher, lower, or is it acceptable?

Do you think that it is fair for termination to be solely based upon reaching the legal retirement age? Why/why not?

Please briefly describe any account of age-related discrimination that you or someone you know has experienced.

Thank you for your contribution to my research. It is greatly appreciated.