International Journal of Multidisciplinary: Applied Business and Education Research
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Factors Affecting the Academic Performance of Bs Entrepreneurship Students: An Exploratory Analysis
No full textThis study explores the factors influencing the academic performance of third-year Bachelor of Science (BS) Entrepreneurship students at Sorsogon State University, Bulan Campus. The primary objective is to identify the socio-demographic characteristics, academic performance, and external factors that contribute to the students\u27 academic success. This research employed a total enumeration method, collecting data from 70 students. Descriptive statistical tools, including frequency counts, means, percentages, and standard deviations, were utilized to analyze trends and patterns in the data. The findings reveal that the majority of the respondents are male, within the traditional college age range, and come from low-income families. The students demonstrated a generally high level of academic achievement, with an overall General Weighted Average (GWA) of 90.72. Personal factors, including motivation, study habits, and time management, emerged as the most significant determinants of academic success, followed by socioeconomic status and teaching strategies. The study also highlighted the importance of effective teaching methods and a supportive learning environment in enhancing student performance. Despite the academic achievements, financial constraints were identified as a significant barrier for many students, impacting their access to resources and overall academic experience
Development of a Structured Competency Training Program for Coast Guard Non-Maritime Junior Billet Officers
No full textThe Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), as the premier national agency responsible for maritime safety, security, and marine environmental protection, relies on competent shipboard officers and seaworthy vessels to achieve mission readiness and success. However, many shipboard officers lack collegiate maritime education, creating challenges amid the PCG Modernization Program. This study developed a competency-based training program to enhance the shipboard capabilities of these non-maritime officers. Using a mixed-method design, it surveyed Junior Shipboard Operational Level Course (JSOLC) instructors to evaluate course effectiveness, interviewed PCG commanding officers and merchant marine masters/chief engineers for insights on essential watchstanding competencies and best practices, and tested 49 current non-maritime officers on their knowledge and understanding of watchstanding and Coast Guard-specific protocols. The findings revealed strengths in PCG customs and protocols but significant gaps in collision regulations, navigation, marine engineering, and practical shiphandling. These deficiencies underscore the need for targeted training to align skills with operational demands. Based on the results, a structured competency-based training program was developed to address these gaps, improving shipboard efficiency and supporting mission success. The program emphasizes practical modules in navigation, shiphandling, and engineering, supplemented by STCW-aligned assessments. This contributes to competency-based training literature by highlighting education-job mismatch in Coast Guard-maritime contexts and offers practical recommendations for PCG shipboard curriculum enhancement
Philanthropic Practices of Rural Banks: A Case Study
No full textThis study investigates the philanthropic corporate social responsibility (CSR) practices of rural banks and their effects on societal development, employee welfare, and institutional sustainability. Using qualitative data collected from respondents across three rural banks, the study identified 24 open codes, 8 categories, and 3 major themes. Findings reveal that rural banks strategically implement CSR programs—such as livelihood training, educational initiatives, community outreach, and environmental activities—to promote community empowerment and socio-economic development. These initiatives enhance clients’ financial literacy, income-generating capacities, and overall well-being, positioning rural banks as vital agents of local development. Internally, CSR engagement fosters employee morale, satisfaction, and organizational loyalty by strengthening alignment between personal values and institutional missions. The consistent support of bank leadership ensures the long-term sustainability and institutionalization of CSR initiatives. Two central outcomes of CSR emerged: growth, reflected in increased product awareness, financial performance, and customer retention; and relationships, manifested through stronger employee engagement and stakeholder trust. Despite logistical constraints, CSR efforts remained effective and impactful across participating institutions. The study concludes that philanthropic CSR in rural banking transcends mere compliance or goodwill—it serves as a strategic lever for organizational resilience and community advancement. The research contributes to the growing discourse on CSR in developing economies by providing empirical insights into how socially responsible practices can simultaneously drive sustainable development and institutional competitiveness within the rural banking sector
Exploring Factors Affecting Research Engagement of Instructors in Davao de Oro State College: Bases for Enhancement and Policy Recommendations
No full textResearch engagement in Philippine Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) is a pressing challenge. Despite its recognized importance for instructional innovations and institutional development, many faculty members avoid research, even when incentives are available. This qualitative-transcendental phenomenology explores and describes the experiences and insights of instructors on the factors affecting their research engagement. Through purposive sampling, specifically the criterion sampling technique, thirty-two (32) participants were selected from the four branches of Davao de Oro State College (DdOSC). The validated interview guide questions were used as the primary instrument in obtaining data through in-depth interviews and focus-group discussion, and the responses were thoroughly analyzed using thematic analysis. The significant factors identified by faculty were graduate studies and work responsibilities. Additionally, their lack of technical research writing knowledge contributed to their research limitations. Faculty members emphasized the need for ongoing research guidance, mentorship, and a wider range of incentives, such as integrating research into teaching loads, salary increases, and travel opportunities. Communication gaps between faculty and institutional research policies were evident, as some faculty members were unaware of the college\u27s support. This study\u27s implications stress the need for institutions to reconsider faculty workloads, offer additional training, and establish support systems that create a more research-friendly environment. Addressing these factors and expanding incentives can inspire faculty to participate in research activities, fostering a vibrant research culture and advancing knowledge within the academic community
Assessing the Relationship between Entrepreneurial Resources and Competencies Controlling for Entrepreneurial Improvisation in Select Micro and Small Businesses
No full textSustaining resources has been a challenge for businesses, particularly those highly dependent on raw materials derived from the natural environment. The roles of competencies and improvisation are crucial in adapting to and sustaining entrepreneurial activities, including, but not limited to, production, sourcing, and operations. Thus, this research is conducted to determine and assess the extent of entrepreneurial resources, entrepreneurial competencies, and entrepreneurial improvisation among select micro and small businesses. The research is descriptive and correlational in nature. The simple mean is used to assess the extent of entrepreneurial practices in terms of Resources, Competencies, and Improvisation, while Partial Correlation is used in determining the relationship between resources and competencies while controlling for business improvisation.
Results revealed that for Entrepreneurial Resources, the select businesses agreed on the importance of resources with respect to entrepreneurial activities, specifically for Financial, Human, Physical, and Environmental. At the same time, Strong Agreement is expressed on Entrepreneurial Competencies, specifically for Systematic Planning and Monitoring, Opportunity Seeking, Goal Setting, and Persuasion and Networking. Lastly, a Strongly Agree is also expressed on Improvisation specifically for Ingenuity and Adaptability. Entrepreneurship requires various factors that contribute to its success and sustainability, such as Resources, competencies, and the ability to improvise, which must be present in all entrepreneurial activities. With regards to the relationship between Entrepreneurial Resources and Competencies when controlled by Entrepreneurial Improvisation, the results revealed a significant and strong positive relationship
TikTok Strategies for Nurturing Business Viability for Online Start-Up Sellers in Cebu City Philippines
Get PDFThis study investigates which of the five TikTok strategies (con-tent format, engagement tactics, hashtag usage, paid advertising, and live streaming) is most effective in driving sales growth, and to provide feasible recommendations in increasing profitability for online start-up sellers and aspiring business owners based on the findings of this study. Addressing the gaps in understanding how TikTok can be effectively utilized by online start-up sellers in Cebu City. This study utilized a quantitative research method and uses the Principle Component Analysis (PCA) to identify the most effec-tive TikTok Strategy in leveraging sales growth. The results reveal that the principal component represents 73.70% of the total vari-ance. The findings revealed that there is a clear indication that all of the five (5) TikTok strategies have an effect in increasing sales growth. The result showed that live streaming is the most effective TikTok strategy, which would boost platform efficiency and en-gagement while paid advertising to be the least effective when it comes to gaining sales growth. These findings contribute to the existing literature by providing insight towards how these factors can affect the sales growth of online sellers or businesses that are utilizing TikTok to market and sell their products and services
Sweet Heritage: Preserving Meranaw Identity Through Mamis Delicacies
Get PDFThe purpose of the study is to help the Meranaw people to verify the veracity that behind their colorful, rich and beautiful culture, there is Mamis which symbolizes the royalty and hospitability of every Meranaw. In which every Meranaw occasions, engagements, merrymaking, and homecoming of people who had gone to Hajj, and during the two religious feasts, Eid’l Adha and Eid\u27l Fitr there should be a serving of sweet desserts together with the main course or dish. This study is anchored by various theories to strengthen the analysis. First is the Foodways Theory (Douglas, 1984) which analyzes food\u27s role in shaping cultural identity and community, and the second one is the Culinary Cultural Heritage (Henderson, 2009) which highlights food\u27s significance in preserv-ing cultural traditions. In determining the nature and the purpose of the study, the researchers used two ways of gathering data, Random Sampling method and Purposive Sampling method through the medium of self - made validated survey questionnaire and in – depth interview with the self-made guide questions. The study came up to conclude that the level of awareness among the respondents were on positive side result since majority of the re-spondents have tasted or seen these identified delicacies of the Meranaw despite the influences of the multi diversified colonial cuisine which indicates the preservation still remains today to some extent. Moreover, this study concludes that Mamis delicacy makes it more unique from other culture especially the ceremoni-als and rituals that are associated with it. These delicacies are commonly served during Meranao festivities in authentic Pagana. The method of preparation involved in making mamis has been transmitted from generation to generation which shape the char-acters and identity of Meranaws
A Contextualized Reinforcement and Intervention Program in Mathematics for Selected Senior High School Students
No full textThis action research evaluates the effectiveness of a contextualized reinforcement and intervention program in Mathematics for selected Senior High School (SHS) students at Maximo L. Gatlabayan Memorial High School (MLGMNHS). The participants were students who previously scored below 75% of the highest possible score in Mathematics examinations and/or demonstrated low performance in the Learning Outcomes Assessment (LOA) or Individual Monitoring Learning Plan (ILMP). They were identified by their subject teachers and validated through a pre-test. To assess the program’s impact, the participants took a teacher-designed post-test, and the results were analyzed to determine significant differences in their performance before and after the intervention. Additionally, some students were interviewed to gain insights into their experiences and the challenges they faced throughout the program. Findings indicate that implementing structured intervention programs in Mathematics significantly enhances students’ mathematical knowledge and overall performance. Therefore, schools should invest more effort in sustaining and improving such programs to maximize their impact on student learning outcomes
An Evaluation of Community Satisfaction on Engaging in Disciplinary Hours for Minors in Selected Barangays in Dasmarinas City, Cavite
No full textThis study aims to evaluate community satisfaction with the im-plementation of disciplinary hours for minors in selected baran-gays of Dasmariñas City, Cavite. It focuses on addressing issues involving minors in conflict with the law. The participants include police personnel, barangay officials, and parents from Barangays Sta. Fe, San Nicolas I, and San Francisco 2. A quantitative-descriptive design was employed, using surveys to gather data on the participants\u27 demographic profiles and factors contributing to minors\u27 involvement in criminal activities. Findings revealed that while curfew measures are seen as effective and well-implemented, their associated costs are perceived as insignificant. To address habitual offending, the researchers recommend an awareness or intervention program involving the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). This initiative would provide counseling and promote social responsibility among mi-nors, fostering active citizenship and unity to eliminate minor crimes in the area
Effectiveness of COSCIVOW (Contextualized Science Vocabulary Work-sheet) in The Level of Vocabulary Skills of Grade 10 Learner
No full textAs a subject rich in specialized vocabulary, science requires learners to develop strong reading and comprehension skills for a deeper con-ceptual understanding. Integrating literacy strategies, such as vocabu-lary instruction, can significantly benefit students (Venida, 2021). This study aimed to enhance the science vocabulary skills of Grade 10 learn-ers using the Contextualized Science Vocabulary Worksheet (COS-CIVOW). A quasi-experimental design compared an experimental group that received COSCIVOW-based instruction with a control group taught using traditional methods. Data analysis involved mean, percentage scores, and ANOVA.Results showed that learners\u27 vocabulary skills were rated as Satis-factory before the intervention and improved to Very Satisfactory af-terward. A significant difference was observed between pre-and post-intervention vocabulary skills, indicating the effectiveness of COS-CIVOW. The findings suggest that COSCIVOW effectively encourages learners to engage with and understand science vocabulary, leading to improved language skills. Therefore, the researchers recommend in-corporating COSCIVOW in science instruction to enhance learners\u27 vo-cabulary proficiency. They also advocate for its adoption in the Division of La Union to support broader educational improvement