Main effects and interactions of gender and field of study on students' SPE

What is it about?

Self-perception is a vital component of employability. In fact, raising and strengthening students' self-confidence and self-belief can be more meaningful for enhanced employability than individual skills and competencies. We examined students’ perceptions of their employability (SPE) upon graduation, and how gender and field of study and their interaction influence these perceptions. The main effects of gender and field of study on SPE are both significant, but the interactions between them are not. We conclude that the variations in SPE are indicative of students’ understanding and awareness of labour market realities, suggesting a number of implications for universities and all stakeholders of graduate employability.

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