Factor structure of value-semantic and emotional-volitional characteristics of personal success (on the example of students of the Murmansk State Technical University)

Abstract

Personnel potential plays the key role in the effective development of the Russian sector of the Arctic. It is impossible to conduct the study of the personnel potential without reliance on the psychological science. This article discusses the phenomenon of personal success and its relationship with the model of vital activity chosen by a person. According to the results of the empirical study the publication presents the factor structure of the value-semantic and emotional-volitional characteristics of the personal success in students with different models of vital activity (vital, social and existential). The factor analysis carried out by the method of principal components with varimax-rotation showed that respondents with an ideal of vital model of vital activity (3 factors were highlighted) have pragmatic orientations - “high level of income”, “personal prestige”. Such manifestations as “spiritual satisfaction”, “creativity”, “self-development” get evaluation below average. The factor structure is dominated by indicators that reveal a disharmonious state, a low level of adaptability to people around them and changing situations. Respondents with an ideal of social model of vital activity (4 factors were identified in total) are oriented towards cooperation in professional and social spheres. They demonstrate high level of social adaptability and a tendency toward self-development and express self-efficiency. Respondents with an ideal of existential model of vital activity (3 factors are highlighted) choose the following priority areas: professional activities, training and education, public life. They are characterized by prosocial behavior, a manifestation of altruism and a desire to contribute to socially significant projects. At the same time, they express harmonious state and are prone to assist people around. The information presented in the article has practical value for teachers, students and graduates of higher schools, HR managers.