Research Details

This study investigates the determinants of academic performance among Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship graduates at Mariano Marcos State University, encompassing data from 2017 to 2020. Employing a descriptive-correlation research design, the study aims to assess the extent to which various school-related factors—such as curriculum, student services, and facilities—along with teacher performance, peer influence, parental support, and student behaviors, influence students’ overall academic achievement, measured through their General Weighted Average (GWA).

Data were collected via a structured questionnaire from 39 graduates, with additional information obtained from university records on their GWA. The analysis revealed that graduates generally viewed the curriculum, facilities, and student services as effectively implemented, with an overall mean rating indicating strong agreement. Specifically, the curriculum was perceived as highly effective and satisfactory. However, multiple regression analysis showed that none of the perceived school-related factors, including curriculum, student services, facilities, teacher performance, peer influence, or parental support, significantly predicted academic performance in this small sample. The findings suggest that other unmeasured factors may play a more prominent role in influencing student achievement.

Limitations identified include the small sample size, restricted variability in measures, and potential multicollinearity among perception variables, which may have weakened the detection of significant relationships. The study concludes that for homogeneous, high-performing student cohorts, perceptions of school offerings do not sufficiently discriminate academic success. The researchers recommend future investigations employing larger, more diverse samples and more nuanced measurement tools—such as behavioral indicators and higher-granularity rating scales—to better understand the complex determinants of academic achievement.

 Evidence-based recommendations for improving the academic performance of BS in Entrepreneurship students based on the identified school, teacher, student, peer, and parent factors.