The Study of Thee Undergraduates Attitude and Employability Upon Graduation in Brunei Darussalam /

By Nur Nabilah binti Haji Julaihi. Brunei Darussalam : Universiti Teknologi Brunei , 2019 . vi, 68 Pages : , Abstract Despite many initiatives have been done by the government, the unemployment issue still persists. There has been public allegation stating that the graduates are selective in finding jobs, preferring work in the government sector only and not willing to work in the private sector, thus leading to unemployment. Therefore, one of the crucial tackling approaches is studying the undergraduates' attitude and employability upon graduation in Brunei Darussalam. The study aims to assess the undergraduates' attitude based on their perspective in finding jobs and determine the motivational factors that can influence their career selection. As for employability, the development of undergraduates' employability skills during their university years was determined, as well as the importance of having key skills while seeking a job. To carry out the study, a self-administered survey questionnaire was distributed online to current local university students, incorporating both quantitative and qualitative approaches. As a result, the study found a positive result, with 72% of respondents preferring to work in both government and private sectors. However, about 22% of them preferred working in government only. The study also reveals that the main motivational factor is job security. Furthermore, the majority of undergraduates have developed their employability skills well during their university years and are aware of the importance of acquiring key skills while seeking employment. To combat the unemployment issue, the government, private organizations, and the graduates themselves should work together and contribute solutions through efficient initiatives. Despite the challenging job market situation, undergraduates upon graduating should have a positive attitude and develop employability skills that are lacking in order to secure employment. 30 cm..

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The relationship between grit and graduate employability : The role of psychological capital resources as mediators /

By Hartini binti Haji Mashod. Bandar Seri Begawan : Universiti Teknologi Brunei , 2022 . 229 pages : , Thesis submitted for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Management Universiti Teknologi Brunei | The recent years have seen a notable increase in the number of studies examining the concept of graduate employability. This phenomenon can be attributed to various socio-economic factors, including the widespread expansion of higher education institutions, a high unemployment rate, a scarcity of job opportunity, and an intensely competitive labour market. This phenomenon has prompted numerous scholars to engage in discussion on factors that impact the employability of graduates. The factors that have been identified thus far primarily centre around antecedents such as communication skills, teamwork, problem-solving abilities, academic achievements, and leadership qualities, to name a few. However, the acquisition of personal factors such as grit and psychological capital resources received less emphasis. In order to address the existing research gap, the primary objective of this study is to investigate the influence of grit on graduate employability. Moreover, given the lack of prior research on the specific mechanism through which grit affects graduate employability, this study also examines the mediating role of psychological capital resources, including hope, self-efficacy, resilience, and optimism, between grit and graduate employability. This perspective aligns with human capital theory, which suggests that individuals can improve their labour performance by acquiring resources such as personal qualities. The present study utilises an online survey as a means of data collection, with a total of 325 graduates participating. The current investigation uses partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) analysis to examine the data collected in this study. The results of the study revealed a statistically significant relationship between grit and graduate employability. As for the indirect effect, it was found that only hope played a significant mediating role in the relationship between grit and graduate employability. The results provide support for the significant impact of grit and hope as individual assets that may aid graduates in enhancing their prospects of securing employment. The findings derived from the current investigation make a novel addition to the existing body of knowledge, as they offer new empirical evidence in the literature. Additionally, this study makes a substantial contribution to practitioners, particularly graduates, by suggesting that they should consider investing in activities that have the potential to enhance their levels of grittiness and hopefulness. Likewise, universities can utilise the findings of this study to incorporate instructional approaches and design experiential learning opportunities that promote the development of grit and hope. Employers may also consider grit as a relevant criterion when employing a job candidate by employing appropriate methodologies. Moreover, the pivotal role of policymakers is essential in facilitating collaboration among all pertinent stakeholders to enhance the employability of graduates. Keywords: graduate employability, grit, psychological capital, human capital theory 30 cm..

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