5th Student Symposium - 2018
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Item Factors Influencing Career Choice of Management Undergraduates of Western Province, Sri Lanka(5th HRM Student Research Symposium 2018, Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018) Jayasena, W. D. D. U.; Welmilla, I.The study sought to investigate factors that influence the choice of career among management undergraduates in Western Province of Sri Lanka. The investigation serves as a mind map for the undergraduates to understand their own factors influence on their career choice while it encourage government to understand the improving areas to conduct career guidance and counselling programs. Employers are beneficial through understanding behavior and objectives of candidates so that they can attract most appropriate individuals. A survey design which is quantitative in nature was used in this empirical study. A standard questionnaire was used in collecting data from the participants. One hundred and eighty one undergraduates participated in the study. The Microsoft Excel – 2010 used to calculate the percentages that were used to analyze the data. The study revealed that extrinsic factors, intrinsic factors and interpersonal factors influence on undergraduates’ choice of careers. This study recommend to conduct career guidance and counselling session on undergraduates in order guide them for a best career choiceItem The Factors Influencing the Career Choice of Final Year Undergraduates(5th HRM Student Research Symposium 2018, Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018) Wijerathna, K. G. M. S. A.; Thisera, T. J. R.This study attempts to investigate the factors influencing the career choice of final year undergraduates of University of Kelaniya. Accordingly, study investigates the impact of parental influence and career aspirations on career choice of undergraduates. Survey data were collected from 97 final year undergraduates attached to the Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies in University of Kelaniya using a self-administered questionnaire. Regression analysis was used to test the hypothesized model of the study. The study revealed that there is a positive impact of parental influence and career aspirations on career choice of undergraduates. It is important to choose the right career that is match with the personal interests, attitudes and own skills and abilities. Then it will aid to the self-development as well as the organizational development. So, when choosing the appropriate career, an undergraduate should concentrate on the factors that are influencing their choice