Investigating the Factors Affecting Performance of Business Management Students in Nigerian Universities

Abstract

This study investigated the factors affecting performance of Business Management students in Nigerian Universities. The main objective is to examine the impact of the factors on the performance of Business Management students. Survey research design was used in this study to gather the necessary data; the data were collected from primary and secondary sources. A sample of 200 students drawn from the 300 population was used in the study which was analyzed using descriptive statistics and t-test statistics. The results showed that the performance of business management students in Nigerian universities is influenced by several factors ranging from business course curriculum to the role of the department and the level of support services facilities, as well as adopted teaching methodology and quantitative courses taught in business management. The role of the department was found to exhibits the most significant impact, while support services facilities exhibits the least impact. The study however, recommended the provision of adequate learning facilities such as lecture classes/ theatres, hostel accommodation, functional computers and medical services to make the environment conducive for teaching and learning.