Another Citation: Analysis of Students Performance on Admission Placement

 Authors:

Babagana Modu

Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Yobe State University, Damaturu, Nigeria

Fatima Abdulhamid Yahaya

Computational Laboratory of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Yobe State University, Damaturu, Nigeria

Abstract:

Abstract

In the present-time, getting admission to study a preferred course of choice in the Nigerian tertiary institutions by prospective applicants is highly competitive. As a criteria, applicants are required to meet the UTME (Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and five (5) relevant ordinary level credits, including English and Mathematics as a prerequisite before securing admission. However, being wrongly placed for a course that is different from ones choice could negatively affect learning and outcomes. Therefore, proper placement would have tendency of enhancing not only learning and outcomes but also self-esteem; thus improved productivity. This paper has examined students’ performance based on the course sought at entry and course placed to study. The CGPA of 300-Level students in the 2020/2021 session of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Yobe State University was used as a particular case for the investigation. Descriptive and Non-parametric techniques were employed. We found that applicants who sought to study computer science or physics at entry but were placed to study mathematics/statistics performed better than those who sought to study chemistry or biology. However, applicants who sought to study chemistry and placed to study mathematics/statistics are fairly better as compared to biology. Conclusively, the results of this study will inform decision makers and tertiary institution managers towards selecting those suitable to study mathematics/statistics if their preferred courses not secured.

Another Citation: The Mediating Role of Employee Engagement on the Link Between Person-Organization Fit and Turnover Intention: Evidence from Business Process Outsourcing Companies in the Philippines

 Abstract:

Authors:

• Alfredo Luigi BernardoPolytechnic University of the Philippines – College of Business Administration Graduate Studies
• Jean Paolo LacapCity College of Angeles
• Crizaldy TalonPolytechnic University of the Philippines – College of Business Administration Graduate Studies
• Pamela BolantePolytechnic University of the Philippines – College of Business Administration Graduate Studies
• Zhervlyn Jane AumentadoPolytechnic University of the Philippines – College of Business Administration Graduate Studies
• Mc Wendell CapalaoPolytechnic University of the Philippines – College of Business Administration Graduate Studies
• Ma. Carey Evan LladoPolytechnic University of the Philippines – College of Business Administration Graduate Studies
• Edah Marie DubreaPolytechnic University of the Philippines – College of Business Administration Graduate Studies

This study is grounded in the social exchange theory. The present study aims to investigate employee engagement's intervening role in the relationship between person-organization fit and turnover intention of business process outsourcing (BPO) companies in Metro Manila, Philippines. The participants were identified using a purposive sampling technique from BPO employees (n = 302). Quantitative research and a predictive-causal approach were used to measure interrelationships among constructs, and partial least squares–structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) was employed to estimate the parameters of the structural model. The findings revealed that person-organization fit and employee engagement significantly and negatively affect turnover intention. Moreover, a significant and positive relationship between person-organization fit and employee engagement was also observed. Employee engagement was also found to significantly and negatively mediate between person-organization fit and turnover intention. Future research includes developing a study comparing BPO companies to other industries based on the three latent variables used in this undertaking.

Experiential Learning and Job Satisfaction of Students in a Technological University in the Philippines

 Here is a copy of the abstract of my latest research.

Preparing our students for future work roles is a critical component of any work-based learning like the technical and vocational education and training (TVET) and cooperative education (COE) program. The supervisor's role, the location and atmosphere of the training site, interpersonal relationships, and a variety of other factors all contribute to a student’s training program's effectiveness. Using a mixed-method approach, this study aimed to examine 75 undergraduate students' learning experiences, personal evaluations, and satisfaction in their skills training. A focus group discussion was conducted, and a researcher-made questionnaire was developed to assess the students’ perceived skills as well as the process, location, training materials, and supervision of the training site. Students had a positive workplace learning in terms of the COE procedure, the environment and accessibility of the site, their cognitive, behavioral, and social learning experiences, their attitude toward their supervisor and coordinator, and their evaluation of training, according to the findings. In the focus group discussion, participants discussed issues that arose during their workplace learning experiences such as time management, interpersonal conflict, accessibility of the training site, and the COE process. The findings suggest that the training institution can provide high-quality and satisfactory training programs for undergraduate students. Curriculum review and pre-service seminars were proposed as interventions.