Positive Coefficient Research Articles

HUBUNGAN KOMPONEN RUMAH DENGAN KEJADIAN TUBERKULOSIS DI DESA SAMURA KECAMATAN KABANJAHE KABUPATEN KARO TAHUN 2023

the lungs, but it is not uncommon for these bacteria to attack other organs of the body such as bones, lymph nodes, kidneys and other organs. The aim of the research is to determine the relationship between ventilation, floor type, wall type, residential density and humidity with tuberculosis in Samura Village, Kabanjahe District, Karo Regency in 2023. Of the 125 data on tuberculosis cases in the working area of Kabanjahe community Health Center in 2022, Samura Village is the village that has the highest TB cases in Kabanjahe sub district, Karo Regency. This research was an analytic observational study using a case control study design that analyzes casual relationships by first determining the disease (outcome) and then identifying the causes (risk factors). The number of samples in this study was 23 case samples and 23 control samples. Data analysis carried out in this research was univariate analysis and bivariate analysis. The statistical test used is the chi-square test at a confidence level of 95% (?=0.05). The results of this study indicate that there was correlation between the physical condition of the house and the incidence of tuberculosis in the ventilation variable (p-value = 0.007), occupancy density variable (p-value = 0.037), and humidity variable (p-value = 0.039). While there is no relationship between the type of floor and the type of wall with the incidence of tuberculosis in Samura Village, Kabanjahe Sub District, Karo Regency. Multivariate analysis shows that ventilation makes the highest positive contribution to tuberculosis in Samura Village, Kabanjahe District, Karo Regency in 2023. The contribution of the positive beta coefficient (?) is 2.623 with Exp (?) namely 13.773. The results of this analysis show that air ventilation at home has a 14 times risk of contracting tuberculosis.

Geomagnetic field variations due to solar tides at the Indian Observatories

This study investigates the response of solar (S) tidal signatures on the horizontal component of the geomagnetic field at two observatories in India during 1980–2002 over solar cycles (SC) 21–23: Hyderabad (HYB), located in the low-latitude region, and Ettaiyapuram (ETT), situated at the magnetic equator. HYB represents the characteristics of solar quiet (Sq), while ETT is under the equatorial electrojet (EEJ) effect. Our results show the additional information about ter (S3), and quarta-diurnal (S4) tidal signatures of Sq and EEJ, along with diurnal (S1) and semi-diurnal (S2) at both observatories. In Sq solar tide, the average amplitude of S1 tide is consistently higher than that of EEJ tide by ~ 10%. During the same period, the S2, S3, and S4 tidal signatures of Sq are weaker than EEJ by ~ 2%, 5%, and 2.5%, respectively. During solar cycle maxima, the amplitude of the Sq tide is higher in SC-21 than in SC-22 and SC-23 by ~ 13% and 16%, while SC-22 has higher EEJ tidal amplitudes than other SCs by ~ 9%. We observe that the tidal signatures of Sq and EEJ closely follow the trend of solar radio flux (F10.7\\documentclass[12pt]{minimal} \\usepackage{amsmath} \\usepackage{wasysym} \\usepackage{amsfonts} \\usepackage{amssymb} \\usepackage{amsbsy} \\usepackage{mathrsfs} \\usepackage{upgreek} \\setlength{\\oddsidemargin}{-69pt} \\begin{document}$$\\sqrt{F10.7}$$\\end{document}), except for S4 of Sq. The Pearson correlation coefficients (P) between F10.7\\documentclass[12pt]{minimal} \\usepackage{amsmath} \\usepackage{wasysym} \\usepackage{amsfonts} \\usepackage{amssymb} \\usepackage{amsbsy} \\usepackage{mathrsfs} \\usepackage{upgreek} \\setlength{\\oddsidemargin}{-69pt} \\begin{document}$$\\sqrt{F10.7}$$\\end{document} and Sq/EEJ tidal amplitudes exhibit negative to positive correlation coefficients during different phases of SCs. The solar tidal amplitudes of Sq/EEJ (S1-S4) with F10.7\\documentclass[12pt]{minimal} \\usepackage{amsmath} \\usepackage{wasysym} \\usepackage{amsfonts} \\usepackage{amssymb} \\usepackage{amsbsy} \\usepackage{mathrsfs} \\usepackage{upgreek} \\setlength{\\oddsidemargin}{-69pt} \\begin{document}$$\\sqrt{F10.7}$$\\end{document} during D, E, and J seasons have varying correlation coefficients, indicating that each tide has a distinct response on the geomagnetic field.Graphical

Analyzing green and sustainable land use in China's coal cities: Insights from industrial transformation.

Driven by the goal of achieving sustainable development and carbon neutrality. Addressing environmental pollution and remediating land damage have become critical challenges in resource-based cities and regions with low land use efficiency. As a response, this study focuses on the 23 provinces where China's coal resource-based cities are situated. Utilizing data from 2014 to 2020, this research employs the SBM-Undesirable model, which considers undesirable outputs in efficiency calculations, and the Tobit regression test. It aims to explore the spatio-temporal variations in industrial transformation within resource-based cities and its impact on the efficiency of green space utilization. Furthermore, it analyzes the characteristics and the extent of the influence of factors such as industrial structure adjustments on urban land use efficiency, maximizing the output of land as a factor of production. The results show that: (1) Over the 7-year period studied, China consistently made nationwide adjustments to land area and land use structure to meet the needs of urban development (2) The regression test results show that the industrial transformation of resource-based cities can promote the improvement of green space utilization efficiency. The positive influence coefficient is 0.064 and is significant at a 1% level. (3) Environmental regulation, government expenditure, international trade, and green cover play a positive role in promoting green land use. The study provides valuable insights for policymakers and urban planners seeking to foster sustainable development in resource-based cities.

Research on evolutionary game of digital twin data information sharing based on blockchain technology

Due to the significant characteristics of decentralization and tamper resistance of blockchain technology, it helps to solve the problems of timeliness and slow permission control in traditional information sharing. However, most researchers are committed to exploring how to improve the efficiency, reliability, and privacy security of digital twin data. There is a lack of research on issues such as blockchain participants free-riding and not actively participating in information sharing, and how to promote information sharing through incentives. Therefore, this paper designs a distance grouping based practical byzantine fault tolerance consensus algorithm to address the credibility issue of transmitted data, thereby improving the efficiency of negotiation. The feasibility of the algorithm is verified through cases analysis. In addition, for the problem of low subjective willingness of information sharing, this paper designs an information sharing incentive strategy based on blockchain intelligent contracts, establishes digital twin data sharing evolutionary game models with reputation incentives and non-reputation incentives, so as to explore the impact of reputation incentive on evolutionary stability strategies. Finally, simulation analysis is conducted on the evolutionary game model of digital twin data sharing. The impact of several key indicators such as data complementarity, trust, positive incentive coefficient, and data sharing cost on the evolution process of information sharing are considered, and corresponding management insights are obtained.

The Piezoresistive Performance of CuMnNi Alloy Thin-Film Pressure Sensors Prepared by Magnetron Sputtering

Effects of varying Mn and Ni concentrations on the structure and piezoresistive properties of CuMnNi films deposited by magnetron sputtering with a segmented target were investigated. An increase in the Ni content refines the CuNi film grains, inducing an increase in defects such as internal micropores and a decrease in film density. At the same time, the positive piezoresistive coefficient of the film changes to negative. When 17.5 at.% Ni was added, the negative piezoresistive coefficient of the CuNi film was −2.0 × 10−4 GPa−1. The doping of Ni has a weakening effect on the positive piezoresistive effect of the film. Adding Mn into Cu refines the film grains while increasing the film density. The surface roughness of the film decreases with the increase in Mn content. When the Mn content was 16.7 at.%, the piezoresistive coefficient reached the largest recorded value of 23.81 × 10−4 GPa−1, and the film exhibited excellent repeatability in multiple piezoresistive tests. After the CuMn film with 16.7 at.% Mn was annealed at 400 °C for 2 h, the film grains grew slightly and the film residual stress decreased. The optimization of the film structure can reduce the scattering of electrons during transportation. The piezoresistive coefficient of the film was further improved to 35.78 × 10−4 GPa−1.

A new challenge in accounting education: convergence of maturity model, education and evaluation in accounting

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to propose a framework for the convergence of maturity model and education and evaluation in accounting.Design/methodology/approachThe present research was conducted in two phases. In the first phase, to determine the indicators of convergence of the maturity model and education and evaluation in accounting, a Meta-Synthesis method was used. The conceptual model includes two dimensions of “Teaching and learning processes” and “Evaluation methods"; five levels of initial, repeatable, defined, managed and optimized; and a total number of 35 indicators. In the second phase, a questionnaire was developed, and academics as accounting faculty members in Iranian public universities were employed to fill out the questionnaire electronically and present a final framework. Having received the questionnaires, 66 questionnaires were analyzed statistically.FindingsThe results showed that the two dimensions of “Teaching and learning processes” and “Evaluation methods” considering initial, repeatable, defined, managed and optimized levels include 35 indicators, which form a framework for the convergence of maturity model and education and evaluation in accounting. The results show that both dimensions have positive and significant regression path coefficients in the convergence model. Moreover, the dimension of teaching and learning processes has the highest regression path coefficient indicating a greater impact on the convergence model. Besides, all five levels have positive and significant regression path coefficients with dimensions. Finally, in this study, all indicators were prioritized according to five levels.Originality/valueDue to the success of maturity models and the urgent developments that require transformative improvements in accounting education, maturity models can respond to the challenges associated with education and learning in accounting. Thus, conceiving an image of the convergence of maturity model, education and evaluation in accounting seems imperative which has been scarcely investigated previously.

Ethical practice and Human Resource performance in Nairobi City County government, Kenya

This study aimed to examine the relationship between ethical practice and human resource performance in Nairobi City County Government, Kenya.The study was built on Stakeholder Theory.The study's target population comprised 46 employees, including principal human resource officers, administrative officers, and human resource officers, based at City Hall, Nairobi. Data was collected through a semi-structured questionnaire. Data analysis was done using SPSS software, and key findings revealed that the county government’s application of accountability and ethical conduct positively impacts human resource performance. A positive correlation coefficient of 0.582 indicates a significant and positive linear relationship between ethical practices and human resource performance. Ethical guidelines and policies play a vital role in shaping the ethical culture within county governments and enhancing employee morale and job satisfaction.Ethical conduct should thus be at the forefront of the county government’s operations.The study roots for increased emphasis on competency-based hiring practices.

Interplay of Status Perception, Visible Inequality, Conspicuous Consumption, and Food Expenditure: Evidence from Consumer Pyramid Household Survey of Indian Households*

This study delves into the intricate interplay between visible inequality, conspicuous consumption, and food consumption in Indian households. Leveraging data from the Consumer Pyramids Household Survey (CPHS) provides significant insights. Through empirical analyses, including panel data analysis and instrumental variable panel data analysis, this study supports the hypothesis that there exists a relationship between visible inequality and conspicuous consumption among Indian households. The positive coefficients linked to conspicuous consumption variability reinforce established theories concerning the impact of status perception on spending behaviour. This study reveals a noteworthy adverse effect of visible inequality on essential expenditures, particularly food consumption, highlighting the delicate balancing act that households navigate between status‐driven spending and meeting fundamental needs. By employing instrumental variable regression models to address endogeneity concerns, this study robustly confirms the relationship between visible inequality and conspicuous consumption. This study emphasises the nuanced relationship between status‐oriented spending, visible inequality, and essential expenses in Indian households.

Zero-free regions for lacunary polynomials with positive coefficients

Zero-free regions for lacunary polynomials with positive coefficients

Strategic Management Practices and Customer Retention: The Role of Technology of Tier 1 Banks in Nigeria

The capability of corporate financial organisations to set its vision within the frontiers of achievable objectives is crucial for long term effectiveness. Hence our focus on strategic management practices and customer retention in tier-1 banks in Nigeria; leveraging on the place of technology. The study further aims to deepen the relationship between the dimensions of strategic management and the measures of customer retention, while bringing to bear on the relationships the impact of technology within the financial space. The study utilized cross-sectional survey research based stratified sampling; where data collection from 248 employees of six tier-1 banks in Port Harcourt were conducted. The Spearman Rank Correlation Coefficient was deployed with the aid of the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 26 for our analyses. The result showed strong and positive correlation coefficient (r = 0.649) between strategy formulation and customer loyalty; also positive and a significant relationship existed between strategy formulation and customer satisfaction; a positive and significant relationship existed between strategy implementation and customer satisfaction; significant relationship between strategy evaluation and customer loyalty, and a significant relationship subsisted between strategy evaluation and customer satisfaction . But, technology significantly moderates the relationship between strategic management and customer retention. It was however recommended that the management of tier-1 banks in Nigeria should adopt recent technologies to improve services and provide more value to its customers. With technology, tier-1 banks can effectively and efficiently implement strategic management in order to increase customer retention. Managers should focus on integrating the appropriate technology that will improve its operation and ensure efficient service delivery. The adoption of strategy formulation by tier-1 banks in Nigeria should emphasize assessing existing strategies and the environment before developing new strategies and strategic plans. The strategy formulation process provides a framework for tier-1 banks to take the actions leading to the anticipated results. Keywords: Tier-1 banks; Strategic Management Practices; Bank; Customer Retention

Schur multipliers of C⁎-algebras, group-invariant compactification and applications to amenability and percolation

Let Γ be a countable discrete group. Given any sequence (fn)n≥1 of ℓp-normalized functions (p∈[1,2)), consider the associated positive definite matrix coefficients 〈fn,ρ(⋅)fn〉 of the right regular representation ρ. We construct an orthogonal decomposition of the corresponding Schur multipliers on the reduced group C⁎-algebra or the uniform Roe algebra of Γ. We identify this decomposition explicitly via the limit points of the orbits (f˜n)n≥1 in the group-invariant compactification of the quotient space constructed by Varadhan and the first author in [14]. We apply this result and use positive-definiteness to provide two (quite different) characterizations of amenability of Γ – one via a variational approach and the other using group-invariant percolation on Cayley graphs constructed by Benjamini, Lyons, Peres and Schramm [1]. These results underline, from a new point of view to the best of our knowledge, the manner in which Schur multipliers capture geometric properties of the underlying group Γ.

ASSESSMENT OF ANCHOR BORROWER PROGRAM AMONG MAIZE FARMERS IN KAURU LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA

The study assessed Anchor Borrower Program (ABP) among maize farmers in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, Nigeria. Multi-stage sampling techniques consisting purposive and random sampling was used in selection of 157 farmers for the study. Data were collected using structured questionnaire and analysed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The results revealed that maize farmers were age range of 30-39 with an average age of 41 years. It also revealed that (74.2%) of the farmers were male. The result further shows that majority (73.5%) of the farmers were married with an average of 22 years of farming experience. The result further reveals that majority (87.4%) of the farmers took farming as a major occupation. It also showed that 34.4% maize farmers had attended tertiary education as their level of education. Majority (89.56%) of the farmers acquired their land through inheritance, while majority (64.9%) of the farmers had farm size of 2.5 to 4 hectares with an average farm size of 2.5 hectares. Result further shows that 31.4% of the farmers acquired their loan through uptakers and 29.6% of them acquired their input through Bank of Agriculture. The results also revealed that majority (87.4%) of maize farmers had increase in income after using the loan. The results of regression analysis revealed that R2 was 0.365 meaning that 36.5% of the variation in the dependent variable was explained by the independent or explanatory variables included in the model. The coefficient of age and marital status has a negative and significant at a P<0.01 level of probability, farm size and land tenure had a positive coefficient and highly significant at P<0.01. The major constraints affecting farmers in anchor borrower programme were fluctuating of price, cumbersome process or stringent process, distance from financial institution, high Family expenditure and low productivity due to harsh weather condition. The study concluded that ABP enhanced the output and income of maize farmers in study area. Based on the finding, it is recommended that, all stringent conditions attached to access to loan for agricultural production should be removed, ABP facilitators should ensure timely disbursement of funds and input before planting commences.

The Complex Influence of Information Communication Technology (ICT) on Students’ Performance in Singapore: Evidence From 2018 PISA Data

This study focuses on the effects of negative and non-linear aspects of ICT use and environmental factors on PISA mathematics, science, and reading performance. Data from the 2018 PISA [the OECD’s Programme for International Student Assessment] for 6,297 15-year-old students from Singapore were analyzed. The data analysis used the IDB analyzer to construct a two-step regression model and identified four distinct patterns of how ICT factors affect PISA performance. The “U” shape pattern includes perceived ICT competence which has a significant negative linear coefficient and a positive quadratic coefficient. The “∩” shape pattern includes ICT resources, use of ICT outside of school (for schoolwork activities), ICT use outside of school (leisure) and interest in ICT. This group consists of either a significant positive linear coefficient or a non-significant linear coefficient with a significant negative quadratic coefficient. The strictly negative pattern includes the use of ICT at school in general and ICT as a topic in social interaction. This group consists of only a significant negative linear coefficient. The strictly positive pattern includes perceived autonomy related to ICT use which only has a significant positive linear coefficient. Overall, the impact of ICT factors on the three subjects was similar, with minor differences. Given the complexity of how ICT factors could negatively affect performance, policymakers will need to fine-tune ICT practices to ensure students receive the maximum benefits with optimal ICT resources.

The Relationship Between Digital Innovation, Digital Marketing, and MSME Performance: The Mediation Role of Processed Fish Environmentally Friendly Supply Chain Management

This inquire about points to investigate the interceding impact of naturally inviting supply chain administration on the relationship between advanced advancement, advanced showcasing, and the execution of MSMEs in the angle handling division in Gresik. Analysts utilized a cross-sectional investigate technique to collect information from 90 angle handling bungalow industry proprietors through a self-administered overview survey utilizing a doable inspecting procedure. The inquire about strategy employments quantitative and information is prepared utilizing WarpPLS 8.0. Relapse examination discoveries appear that the advanced advancement variable has a noteworthy impact on green supply chain administration with a p-value of 0.24 and a negative beta coefficient esteem, to be specific β = -0.07. Computerized showcasing has a positive and critical impact on progressing green supply chain administration with a p-value <0.001 and a positive β coefficient esteem of β 0.29. Advanced advancement and advanced promoting have a noteworthy impact on progressing the execution of MSMEs with green supply chain administration as intervention with a p-value of 0.09 and a positive beta coefficient esteem of β=0.14

Consensus Analysts Target Price and Stock Price Returns in Nigeria

This study focuses on the effect of an Investment Valuation technique (Consensus Analysts Target Price) on Stock Price Return of listed companies in the Nigerian Exchange between the period of 2011 and 2023. The ex-post facto research design was employed in this research due to the use of historic (secondary) data from the selected fifteen (15) companies across 3 major sectors on the Nigeria Exchange (NGX). Panel autoregressive distribution lag model was the estimation techniques and inference made on 5% significance level. Prior to the data analysis, a number or pre-estimation test were carried out such as co-integration, homogeneity, and cross-sectional dependence in addition to basis correlation and descriptive analysis. Findings from the short run reveals a significant negative coefficient (-0.273) for lagged Stock Price Return (L.STR), indicating a substantial short-term correction effect. Conversely, the lagged Consensus Analyst Target Price (L.CATP) shows a positive coefficient (0.141) without statistical significance, suggesting a modest positive relationship without an immediate impact on Stock Price Return. Transitioning to the long run, the highly significant negative coefficient (-1.273) for long-run Stock Price Return (lr_STR) emphasizes a robust and persistent negative adjustment effect. Over an extended period, Consensus Analyst Target Price (lr_CATP) introduces a marginally significant positive coefficient (0.077), implying a modest positive impact on Stock Price Return. Based on the results, one recommendation concerning Consensus Analyst Target Price (CATP) and Stock Price Return is to exercise caution in relying solely on CATP for short-term decision-making. Investors should be aware that, in the short term, deviations from the lagged return may not be significantly influenced by CATP. Therefore, considering additional factors or indicators alongside CATP could enhance the accuracy of short-term decision-making in understanding stock price movements.

The impact of administrative boundaries on foreign direct investments in China's Yangtze River Delta region

We investigate the theoretical mechanisms that underpin the influence of administrative boundaries on foreign direct investment (FDI), taking into account the dual impact of administrative boundary effects. Using panel data from Yangtze River Delta counties collected between 2011 and 2019, we empirically investigate administrative boundaries' effect on FDI within these regions. The findings show that from 2011 to 2019, China's Yangtze River Delta had a consistently positive but moderate global Moran's I index, indicating limited spatial interconnectivity among county-level FDIs. Inter-county FDI in the Yangtze River Delta is hampered by provincial administrative boundaries, with cross-provincial FDI disparities greater than those within the same province. Notably, the Anhui-Zhejiang border experienced a temporary shift from a negative to a positive effect coefficient between 2011 and 2015, whereas other interprovincial boundaries consistently had negative coefficients. The FDI boundary barrier effect is attributed to natural barriers, administrative boundaries, and government performance assessments. In contrast, the boundary intermediary effect results from economic activity diffusion, inter-regional industrial relocation, and inter-regional geographical interaction. This study examines the impact of administrative boundaries on regional economic development through the lens of FDI, intending to provide useful insights for promoting balanced regional development in China and other developing countries. Furthermore, it guides international investors on their ventures in China, attempting to enrich their decision-making framework with strategic perspectives on the country's investment environment.

Spectral analysis for weighted extended Vicsek polygons

Because of the application of fractal networks and their spectral properties in various fields of science and engineering, they have become a hot topic in network science. Moreover, deterministic weighted graphs are widely used to model complex real-world systems. This paper studys weighted extended Vicsek polygons W(G m,t ), which are based on the Vicsek fractal model and the extended fractal cactus model. The structure of these polygons is controlled by the positive integer coefficient m and the number of iterations t. From the construction of the graph, we derive recursive relations of all eigenvalues and their multiplicities of normalized Laplacian matrices from the two successive generations of the weighted extended Vicsek polygons. Then, we use the spectra of the normalized Laplacian matrices to study Kemeny’s constant, the multiplicative Kirchhoff index, and the number of weighted spanning trees and derive their exact closed-form expressions for the weighted extended Vicsek polygons. The above results help to analyze the topology and dynamic properties of the network model, so it has potential application prospects.

Hydrodynamic characteristics of hyperbolic cylinder under periodic pulsating flow at moderately high Reynolds number (Re=3900)

In this paper, the hydrodynamic characteristics of a hyperbolic cylinder under periodic pulsating flow are studied. The non-uniform turbulent flow is formed by a periodically oscillating wing structure placed upstream of the hyperbolic cylinder. The influence of different oscillation velocities and oscillation amplitudes of the upstream wing structure and the horizontal distance between the wing structure and the hyperbolic cylinder on the hydrodynamic characteristics of the downstream hyperbolic cylinder is studied, and the results indicate that the hydrodynamic characteristics of the hyperbolic cylinder are mainly determined by leading-edge vortices and trailing-edge vortices of the upstream wing structure and the vortex shedding of cylinder itself. Further, the distance between the wing and cylinder has an obvious influence on the hydrodynamic characteristics of the cylinder owing to the difference in the diffusion range of the vortex. Also, the different oscillation velocities of the upstream wing lead to a difference in the attachment vortices on the hyperbolic cylinder, which indicates the positive or negative drag coefficient. Moreover, a critical value of the oscillation amplitude exists for each oscillation velocity value, so the hyperbolic cylinder is subjected to a minimum force under the periodic pulsating incoming flow.

Estimation of Correlation Coefficient Analysis for Yield and Component Traits in Field Pea (Pisum sativum L.)

The present investigation entitled “Estimation of Correlation Coefficient Analysis for Yield and Component Traits in field pea (Pisum sativum L.)” for 10 characters. The experiment comprising of 23 genotypes of pea were grown in a Randomized Block Design (RBD), with three replications at Research Farm, Department of Genetics & Plant Breeding, Post Graduate College, Ghazipur, during rabi season of 2017-2018, plant to plant and row to row distance was kept 10 cm and 45 cm, respectively. The maximum positive and significant phenotypic correlation coefficient (0.834) was found between seed yield per plant, biological yield per plant. Positive and significant correlations were observed between seed yield per plant and number of pods per plant, plant height. Positive and significant correlations were also recorded between biological yield per plant and plant height, number of pods per plant. Similarly number of pods per plant had positive and significant correlation with plant height.

Assessing the Influential Factors that Guide Students of the University of Education, Winneba, Toward Choosing Teaching Career Path

This study examined the multilayered factors that determined the career selection of students at the University of Education, Winneba (UEW), particularly emphasizing the decision-making process for the selection of teaching career paths. The study adopted a concurrent design of the mixed-methods approach. Stratified and simple random sampling techniques (proportional) were utilized to sample 627 level 400 students from six departments. Out of the 627 respondents, 617 submitted completed questionnaires for the study. Purposive sampling technique was also utilized to select 12 students from the sample for interview, two from each department. Frequencies, percentages and regression were used to analyse the quantitative data while qualitative content analysis was used for the qualitative data analysis. The results revealed that avenues for academic progression (n=512, 82.9%), personal attributes (n=488, 79.0%), achievement of career aspiration (n=459, 75.5%), motivated by teachers (n=400, 64.8%) are important influential factors for choosing teaching career path. The findings also revealed that temperament, interest and personal qualities were the personal factors that motivated the students to opt for a teaching career path. It was also revealed that financial challenges and inability to satisfy admission requirements compelled some students to select teacher education programmes. It was discovered that encouragement from family has a positive coefficient (0.085) with a p-value of 0.030, signifying a significant positive relationship between the predictor and outcome variables. It was recommended that the government, NGOs and universities should launch campaigns to educate parents about the need to respect their children's independence in career decisions.