Management Students Research Articles

A Snapshot of Sport Management Courses in Australia

To prepare sport management students, curricula should align with industry. Given recent changes in sport management, the first step in aligning curricula with industry is to review current curricula. This study reviewed Australian sport management curricula using content analysis of the Common Professional Components based on the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation. From 39 universities, 11 (28%) undergraduate sport management programs were identified. The most common required sport management course was management concepts, followed by sport marketing and finance, budgeting, accounting, and economics. Public relations and ethical aspects were the least common required courses. Technology and sport sales were not offered. Results indicate that the current curricula may not be keeping pace with the sport management industry.

From the Classroom to the Industry: An Exploration of Sport Management Students’ Transitions to Employment

Thousands of students graduate from academic sport management programs annually with hopes of breaking into the sport industry. However, securing full-time employment becomes a challenge for many sport management graduates. To examine the transitional period in which graduates seek employment, the current study interviewed people who had recently earned a sport management degree (n = 16) to explore their experiences during the job search process. Given the racial demographics of participants (eight Black, eight White), the findings provide particular insight regarding racial differences and barriers Black graduates face. Findings illuminate the importance of sport management graduates strategically networking, developing targeted experiences, and considering a realistic entry point when transitioning from the classroom to the industry.

Erratum. Volunteerism During COVID-19: Sport Management Students’ Career Interests Against Public Health Risks

Erratum. Volunteerism During COVID-19: Sport Management Students’ Career Interests Against Public Health Risks

From Campus to Crisis: Psychological Effect of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Indian Management Students.

The COVID-19 pandemic has adversely affected students pursuing higher education, but limited studies highlight student's psychological experiences, especially from Western India. The present study aimed to understand psychological experiences, coping behaviors, and the perceived role of tele-counseling services among final-year students of Masters of Business Administration from leading business schools (B-schools) in Western India. A qualitative research design was adopted for the study. A semi-structured interview guide was utilized to conduct in-depth interviews with 35 students. Students were reached via personal networks and social media, and data was gathered after the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. A thematic analysis technique was employed to analyze the data. The findings showed that management students had upsetting psychological experiences. Key stressors that emerged in the study were job concerns, lifestyle changes, concerns about their own and parents' health and safety, uncertainty about the future, and social isolation. They expressed the need for mental health help; however, they were reluctant to utilize tele-counseling services. The authors present an integrated psychological well-being model for promoting positive mental health among students in higher education institutions. The study explains the psychological toll on management students. Enhancing mental health literacy through awareness sessions and other innovative means would be critical to addressing myths around mental health and mental healthcare-seeking behavior in higher education institutions. An integrated approach to promoting positive mental health and well-being is needed.

Entrepreneurial Intention of Management Students In Pokhara University

Purpose: Entrepreneurship plays a vital role in economic development. This study investigated the factors influencing entrepreneurial intention among management students in Nepalese universities.
 Methodology: With a quantitative approach employing a descriptive and analytical research design, the study encompasses a sample of 225 students from Pokhara University Colleges in Pokhara.
 Finding and Conclusion: The study found a positive inclination towards entrepreneurship among the surveyed individuals, with a significant proportion expressing confidence in their knowledge and skills for entrepreneurial endeavors. The measurement scale on entrepreneurial intention encompasses various constructs such as entrepreneurial education, attitude, self-efficacy, subjective norms, risk-taking behavior, and intention. The structural equation modeling results showed entrepreneurial selfefficacy, risk-taking behavior, and subjective norms demonstrate significant positive impact on entrepreneurial intention. This study concludes that students who are more confidents, take more risks and have support from their family as well as friends circle tend to launch their business in a confident way.
 Implications: The study contributes to a comprehensive understanding of factors influencing entrepreneurial intentions among management students in Nepalese universities. These insights provide a solid foundation for informed policymaking as well as offer practical implications for educators, policymakers, and stakeholders involved in promoting entrepreneurship and economic development in the region.

A Short Review of Various Models of International Human Resource Management

Nowadays, organizations are going international to capitalize on the opportunities in terms of a bigger market, cheaper resources, and flexible policies. Various types of organizations are working at the international level. They are like international companies, multinational companies,globalorganizations,translationalorganizations,international schools,international universities, etc. For this, managers need to upskill themselves to promote their organization at the international level. But we often see, a lack of proper skillset causes organizational conflict, and thus, productivity is hampered. This article is suitable for entry-level managers as well as students of human resource management who will lead a company at the international level in the upcoming days.

초등학교 교사의 예산 운용 경험에 관한 질적 연구

The purpose of this study is to analyze the motivation of elementary school teachers who participated in the Ggum-sil project and examine their experiences in budget management. The objective is to identify distinction from the existing school budget management and to provide implications for enhancing the financial autonomy of schools in practice. To achieve this goal, in-depth interviews were conducted with seven elementary school teachers who participated in the Ggum-sil project. According to the analysis, the teachers perceived the majority of the budget as belonging to the school, while the budget from the Ggum-sil project is regarded as the “teachers' own budget” or the “budget for their individual classes or grades”. In addition, only a minimal portion of the budget allocated to curriculum operation and classroom management is directly used for educational activities, and the absolute deficit is replenished through the implementation of the Gum-sil project. In contrast to the school budget, which is operated by departments, the budget of the Gum-sil project is managed on grade level basis. This approach reflects the unique cooperative and communicative structure of elementary schools at the grade level. In the process of budgeting and planning, primary school teachers formulated a broad budgetary plan by considering the variability of educational activities. Restrictive regulations played a significant role in both budgeting and execution processes. There was also self-censorship focused on students in budget management. Teachers appraised their expertise in deciding optimal budget allocation favorably. However, they encountered difficulties in navigating the associated processes and methodologies. Based on the results of the discussion, it is recommended that policy changes are needed for autonomous and effective financial management of unit schools. This entails formulating a strategy to curtail the expenses of targeted projects, considering the actual budget management process in unit schools and the needs of members. In addition, the reconstruction of the budget management framework should be pursued, incorporating and understanding of the unique characteristics of elementary school organizations and prevailing teaching culture.

The Impact of the Entrepreneurial Environment on Vietnamese Tourism Students' Entrepreneurial Intention

Purpose: Based on Social and Contextual cognitive theory, this study examines the impact of the entrepreneurial environment on the entrepreneurial intentions of students majoring in tourism in Vietnam. Design/methodology/approach: To standardize the conceptual framework of the study, the author began to use the qualitative research method to build hypotheses, then used the quantitative research method to conduct evaluation and assessment, and calculated the sample of the study with the SPSS software version 25. The study was conducted in the form of online survey research on the sample of 275 undergraduate students of tourism and hospitality management in 7 universities in Vietnam. Findings: The findings show that all six hypotheses of the study are accepted, and they have a positive impact on Vietnamese tourism students' entrepreneurial intention. Among them, the political environment is the most influential. Research limitations/implications: Despite efforts to standardize the conceptual framework, the complexity of the entrepreneurial environment may have led to incomplete consideration of relevant variables. The study primarily examined the impact of the entrepreneurial environment on intentions, not behaviors or outcomes, leaving room for future research to conduct a more comprehensive examination of the entrepreneurial process. These limitations offer opportunities for future research to enhance understanding of the intricate relationship between the entrepreneurial environment and intentions among tourism students in Vietnam. Originality/value: The research contributes to the understanding of entrepreneurial intentions among Vietnamese tourism students and provides practical insights for educators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders. Its focus on the entrepreneurial environment and application of relevant theoretical frameworks position it as a meaningful contribution to the fields of entrepreneurship and tourism education.

Does pay disclosure in job offers remove gender differences in pay estimations? Evidence from an experiment with students and job seekers in the context of Austria

Pay disclosure aims at closing the gender pay gap by providing employees especially women with better salary knowledge, yet the effectiveness of employers’ practices is little understood. We use a lab-in-the-field experiment where participants estimate the salaries for several common pay statements for job offers which employers use in the context of the legislation in Austria. Our study with management students ( n = 385) shows that employer practices offer no solution to the problem of gender differences, except for the practice of salary range. The replication of the experiment with the real job seekers ( n = 242) demonstrates that gender differences disappear also for some practices, but not for the practice of mentioning excess payment (or overpay) options, which is common in Austria. This means that legislation addresses the gender gap most effectively when it encourages employers to display the salary range.

Sikap Sopan Santun yang Harus Dimiliki Mahasiswa

Manners are a determinant of the quality of a teenager's personality. Because everyone can be smart, but not everyone has good manners within themselves. What's more, as the times progress, politeness in teenagers is decreasing, where this is mostly caused by promiscuity . The results of research conducted at STIKes Santa Elisabeth Medan used a descriptive design with a quantitative approach. Descriptive research is used to analyze data by describing or describing the data that has been collected as it is without the intention of making general conclusions or generalizations. Results are the main part of a scientific article, containing: clean results without data analysis process, hypothesis testing results. The objectives of the discussion are: Answering research problems, interpreting findings, integrating findings from research into existing bodies of knowledge and developing new theories or modifying existing theories. Suggestions that can be given by researchers to students, especially health information management students, are to continue to maintain an attitude which according to the research results is quite good and try to continue to improve polite behavior not only in the lecture environment but wherever they are and also avoid all impolite behavior, and for lecturers to give firmer warnings to students who break the rules or who behave impolitely so that students pay more attention to politeness or can also give rewards or praise to students who behave well so that students feel happy if they have behave well SPEECH.

THE CHALLENGES AND ENHANCING PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE: AN IN-DEPTH ANALYSIS OF THE HOTEL MANAGEMENT STUDENTS DURING THE INDUSTRIAL TRAINING EXPOSURE

Background: Industrial training exposure allows the students to apply the theoretical knowledge gained in the classroom to real-world situations. This practical application enhances their understanding of concepts and fosters a deeper learning experience. Working in a real-world setting exposes students to various challenges and scenarios, helping them develop a wide range of practical skills. Objectives: (1) To identify the various challenges encountered by hotel management students during their industrial exposure training period. (2) To study about the impact of industrial exposure on the acquisition of practical skills, professional demeanor, and industry-specific knowledge among hotel management students. (3) To identify the facilities and support mechanisms offered by hotels to trainees during their industrial exposure is crucial for understanding the learning environment and ensuring a positive and enriching experience for the trainees. Methodology: The study is descriptive in nature. The sample for the study consists of 124 from Wayanad district, Kerala. The primary data required for the research was collected using a structured questionnaire which was distributed off-line. Stratified Random sampling technique was used for the study. Data was analyzed based on the category of the hotel where the training was done and the statistical analysis was based on percentage, chi square test, correlation analysis, ANOVA Test with the help of IBM SPSS Version 23. Results: 58.1% respondents agreed with the statement that they get benefited by doing the industrial exposure training; whereas, 17.7% strongly agreed, 13.7% of the respondents neither disagreed nor agreed, 8% disagreed and only a minority of 4% of the respondent said that they are not benefited by doing the industrial exposure training. The relationship between the category of the hotels and the stipend provided, weekly off and communication problems faced by the trainees had a statistically significant linear relationship (p<.001). Conclusion: The study suggests several measures for improvement, including providing accommodation, transportation support, stipends, uniforms, and compensation for extra work during peak hours. It also underscores the importance of addressing harassment issues and ensuring appropriate punishment for any misconduct. The research indicates challenges during industrial exposure training might lead to student discontinuation or a preference for higher studies after completing the course. This highlights the critical need for addressing these issues to retain and support students in their career journeys.

Financial literacy among management students: Insights from universities in Nepal

This study aims to examine the degree of financial literacy and practices of financial knowledge among MBA students in Nepal. Four prominent universities were selected for study: Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu University, Pokhara University, and Purbanchal University. The descriptive and analytical research approach was applied to analyze the data. Data were collected through questionnaires from 320 students by using convenience and stratified sampling methods. The analysis was conducted using the SPSS software system. The results highlight the complex interplay of factors influencing financial behavior and literacy among MBA students, emphasizing the importance of education, familial influence, and media exposure in shaping financial attitudes and decision-making. The study delves into several key aspects of financial behavior, influence, attitude, literacy, and knowledge sources among MBA students. Notably, respondents displayed positive financial behaviors such as reading for knowledge enhancement and prudent spending practices. Parental influence emerged as the most significant factor shaping financial decisions, followed by media and internet exposure. Respondents generally exhibited a favorable financial outlook and demonstrated understanding in various financial literacy domains, though areas for improvement, particularly in investment risk comprehension, were identified. The study shows how education, family influence, and media exposure affect MBA student’s financial think, how people handle finance, like their education and where they get information from. This is seen as reflected in financial literacy scores ranging from 1.43 to 3.86, with an average of 2.405 and a standard deviation of 0.449, suggesting below-average scores and reduced unpredictability.

Alpha Design Technologies: making a mark in India’s Defence exports

Learning outcomes Alpha Design Technologies Private Limited (ADTL) was started in 2004 by Colonel H.S. Shankar after his retirement from services in the Indian Army and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL). Aggressively growing the company from US$0.04m in 2004 to US$100m in 2022, he proved that age was not a barrier to success in entrepreneurship. His aspirations were to gain a greater presence in foreign markets through higher exports. After reading this case study, the students will be able to understand how the defence sector evolved in India and the role of private-sector enterprises; recognise the risks and opportunities in the changing dynamics of defence sector in India; believe that the ideas and capabilities of an entrepreneur increase with relevant previous experiences; appreciate the ambition and managerial capabilities of an entrepreneur even at the age of 60; apply Ajzen’s theory of planned behaviour on the entrepreneurial journey of Shankar and formulate strategies for growth. Case overview/synopsis Started in the year 2004, ADTL specialises in manufacturing defence-related products. ADTL was cofounded by Shankar, at the age of 60. His experience of working with the Indian Army and BEL in various capacities gave him the proficiency to start a venture on his own after his retirement. The ecosystem in India was favourable for ADTL as the Government opened up the defence sector for private players. Nevertheless, age was not a barrier for this senior citizen to tap the opportunity and work aggressively to grow his venture from US$0.04m in 2004 to US$100m in 2022. By 2023, ADTL had an employee strength of 1,200 including 650 engineers, and they emerged as a market leader in Software Defined Radio space. They manufactured around 200 different products for defence and space. ADTL exported 60% of the defence products to countries such as Israel, the USA and Germany. Moving forward, the dream for Shankar was to make a mark in the defence geography of the world through ADTL, by improving its export volumes and also through strategic alliances. Complexity academic level This case study can be taught to Master of Business Administration/postgraduate degree in management students as a part of the introductory course on entrepreneurship and strategy. This case study can be used specifically to make the students understand the role of private sector in the manufacturing of defence products after the liberalisation policy of the Government of India. The intention was not only to protect the nation from the threat posed by neighbouring countries but also to promote exports of defence products to other countries to improve foreign exchange earnings. Supplementary materials Teaching notes are available for educators only. Subject code CSS 3: Entrepreneurship.

Mentoring in Salary Negotiation for Female Sport Management Students

Female professors continue to make less than their male counterparts. In traditionally male dominated fields, such as sport management, the pay gap can be even greater. To gain further insight into the salary negotiation process, the specific role of mentoring was examined utilizing qualitative research, and specifically semi-structured interviews conducted with female sport management professors. Open-ended coding was employed to analyze the data. Female participants reported they had limited mentoring for the salary negotiation process and felt there were barriers that influenced if mentoring took place. Participants did indicate informal mentoring occurred, and some reported the development of meaningful relationships specifically with major advisors who intentionally provided advice and mentoring related to the salary negotiation process. Being cognizant of gender roles and utilizing mentoring strategies is critical to addressing salary and the continued gap in salary amongst female and male professors in sport management.

Penguatan Tata Kelola Desa Wisata Melalui Pemberdayaan Kelompok Sadar Wisata (POKDARWIS) Tolokan Telomoyo Kabupaten Semarang

Tolokan Village, which is located at the foot of Mount Telomoyo, has advantages in its natural potential. The natural potential found in the village includes the agricultural sector which has an impact on tourism. Tolokan Village is pioneering a tourism village initiated by the Tourism Awareness Group (POKDARWIS) but its role in tourism awareness has not been optimal so that community participation is still low in exploring the potential of the tourism village. The natural potential of Tolokan Village has not been managed in a structured manner due to the lack of understanding and provision of its management. The purpose of writing this article is to describe the process of strengthening tourism village governance with the Tolokan Telomoyo Tourism Awareness Group (POKDARWIS) in collaboration with the Association of Hospitality Management Students of Universitas Dian Nuswantoro. The method used in this article is descriptive qualitative by conducting participatory training, discussion, packaging tour, and field practice carried out to empower village community in fostering governance Tourism Awareness group. In doing so, it can realize Sapta Pesona as a support in pioneering tourism villages. The result of this village community service is product of a set of tour packages, a tour guide group, a roadmap for developing a tourism village for the next 3 years so that the potential of Tolokan village can be explored and provide added value to local residents, the formation of synergy between Universitas Dian Nuswantoro, the Tolokan Tourism Awareness Group (POKDARWIS), the Tolokan Women Farmers Group (KWT), and villagers in preparing a structured tourism village pilot.

Analyzing Grammatical Errors in Students’ Essays: the case of BBS 1st Year Management Students at Bal Kumari College

This paper attempts to assess the grammatical errors committed by bachelor first-year management students studying English as a foreign language at Bal Kumari College, Naryangarh in the year 2023. To identify the errors, every student was assigned to write an essay on “The Pros and Cons of Social Media for Students” in about 500 words within 50 minutes. 80 essays were collected through the simple random sampling method, and those essays were checked in depth. All the errors in their essays were collected, identified, classified, explained and analyzed. The results revealed that the most common grammatical errors made by the students involved subject–verb agreement, verb tenses, spellings and punctuation and the causes of the errors were due to intralingual transfer and interlingual transfer.

Kekuatan Faktor Kualitas Layanan Pada Kepuasan: Perspektif Mahasiswa Perguruan Tinggi Jarak Jauh

Student satisfaction in Open Distance Learning is an indicator of the success of educational delivery. The aim of this research is to identify significant factors influencing student satisfaction in distance learning at Open University. The modified SERVQUAL Service Quality model is used in this study. The independent variables in this research include Assurance, Empathy, Responsiveness, Reliability, and Website Content, while the dependent variable is Student Satisfaction. Data was collected through self-administered questionnaires from 244 management students at Open University. The analysis is based on descriptive and inferential statistics. The research results indicate that Assurance, Reliability, and Website Content are statistically significant factors associated with student satisfaction, and these findings can contribute to improving the quality of distance learning service processes.

Unlocking the Potential of Hybrid Learning: Tourism Student Voices in South African Universities of Technology

This article examines the impacts the pandemic learning environment had on student learning and wellness, and how rethinking higher education (HE) design could bolster the improved student well-being. In the wake of Covid-19, academia is searching for some “normalcy” which requires a critical review of the suitability of current structures, as policy design struggles with the possibilities of a hybrid approach to pedagogic delivery. The body of knowledge on blended/hybrid learning design requires the student voice, in cold face experiences of pandemic-induced academic evolution, to get closer to discovering a model that benefits both teaching and learning. The unearthing of possible unrealised disruptions to the learning environment, affecting social, personal and cognitive presence. A sequential explanatory study that included the collection of quantitative survey data, and qualitative focus group interviews was conducted. The census enquiry of tourism management students at three universities of technology in South Africa was concluded online, as per remote learning requirements at the height of the pandemic. Study results indicate that remote learning during the Covid-19 pandemic impacted negatively on student learning and mental health at universities of technology (UOTs) in South Africa. Student data indicated that even through strict pandemic regulations, the university campus life morphed, and did not die. Students gravitated towards parts of the campus considered soothing, with proper internet access, arguing for a holistic, sustainable university architecture that bolsters learning and student support. HE institutions need to further consider the role and design of university architecture for hybrid/blended learning, with a user-focused perspective.

Pengaruh Pengetahuan Kewirausahaan Dan Efikasi Diri Terhadap Minat Berwirausaha Dengan Motivasi Berwirauaha Sebagai Variabel Intervening (Studi Pada Mahasiswa Manajemen Angkatan 2019 Universitas Muhammadiyah Metro)

Based on the latest data from the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) shows that as of February 2022, Indonesia's unemployment rate was recorded at 5.83 percent of the total working age population of 208.54 million people. Which astonishing, of the 5.83 percent, almost 14% were residents diploma and bachelor degree (S1) graduates. Based on these data state Indonesia it self still really needs new entrepreneurs, because It is hoped that with the increasing number of entrepreneurs in Indonesia, create new jobs, reduce unemployment and also can help improve the economy of the surrounding community as well country. This research has a goal, namely to find out whether Entrepreneurial knowledge influences the interest in entrepreneurship. For determine whether self-efficacy affects the interest in entrepreneurship. For determine whether entrepreneurial knowledge affects motivation entrepreneurship. To find out whether self-efficacy has an effect on entrepreneurial motivation. To find out whether entrepreneurial knowledge and self-efficacy influences the interest in entrepreneurship with motivation entrepreneurship as an intervening variable. The sample of this research is Class of 2019 Management Student at Muhammadiyah Metro University as many as 102 students. Data collection using a questionnaire, and data analysis using validity test, reliability test, normality test, test linearity, Heteroscedasticity Test, Multicollinearity Test, linear regression analysis multiple, t test, f test, r determination test, and Regression Analysis of Mediation Variables With the Causal Step Method using the program (SPSS). Results research shows that there is a positive and significant influence Entrepreneurship Knowledge and Self-Efficacy on Entrepreneurial Interests, there is a positive and significant influence on Entrepreneurship Knowledge and Efficacy Self on Entrepreneurial Motivation, and there is a positive and significant influence Entrepreneurship Knowledge and Self-Efficacy on Entrepreneurial Interests With Entrepreneurial Motivation as an Intervening Variable.

Covid-19 impact on future study choices: Will students consider a tourism qualification post the pandemic?

The Covid-19 pandemic devastated various industries, with the tourism sector suffering the most. The tourism industry, which relies mainly on the movement of people, was interrupted for several months as governments instituted restrictions and regulations to prevent further spread of the virus. These restrictions put the industry at a standstill, putting much strain on the economy. With businesses closing, many people became unemployed, and those who remained had their salaries and wages reduced. The high unemployment rate in the country, worsened by Covid-19 and other external forces, presented challenges to exit-level tourism students. The current study investigated the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on the future of studying towards a tourism management qualification. A qualitative research approach was adopted where the exit-level tourism students at a university of technology were purposively selected to participate in semi-structured interviews. Thematic and constant comparative analysis methods were used to analyse the emerging themes and compare the responses from the participants. The study revealed mixed feelings about the tourism management course. While others regretted enrolling to the tourism program, some remained optimistic that the industry would reopen and recover and present better opportunities for them. Prospective tourism industry staff, particularly tourism management students, have become uncertain about the likelihood of getting job opportunities in the industry. This raises a question about how the pandemic has influenced the future of studying tourism management in higher learning institutions. The study contributes to the understudied phenomenon of the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on influencing future enrolments in tourism courses.