The Academic Achievement in Fundamentals of Accountancy Business and Management - I of Accountancy, Business, and Management Grade 11 Students of Lemery Senior High School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The purpose of this study is to find out the factors affecting the academic achievement of Grade 11 students of Accountancy, Business, and management. It is one of the academic strands in Lemery Senior High School. Fundamentals of Accountancy, Business, and Management-1 (FABM-1) is an introductory course in accounting, business, and management that aims to develop their appreciation of accounting as a language of business and an understanding of accounting concepts and principles. It seems the students are taking for granted the subject’s importance. They are even unaware of the subject’s importance if they intend to take the course ina higher academic institution. Whether they will choose a board or non-board program in College, they will no longer take Introductory Accounting. Upon completion of FABM-1 and 2, one proceeds directly to Intermediate Accounting subjects in College.

METHODS

The researcher used the descriptive research method. The study was undertaken during the second semester of SY 2017-2018 to 162 samples. The methodology used was quantitative and the researcher utilized a researcher-made survey questionnaire validated by an expert. An interview guide was also used for supplemental details and clarification to some items of the survey. The survey questionnaires were then distributed to the respondents. After the retrieval of the questionnaires, the researcher tabulated, analyzed and interpreted the data, using frequency, percentage, and ranking as statistical methods of analysis.

RESULTS

Many students have common problems such as 1) lack reference books, 2) difficulties in analyzing problems and exercises, 3) lack of effective study habits, 4) difficulty of expressing oneself orally, 5) fondness for television viewing and social networking, 6) lack of financial resources, 7) lack of parents' supervision and moral support, 8) unsystematic study schedule, and 9) incomprehensible teaching technique of teachers. Because of these problems, the students have difficulties catching up with the lessons. As a result, high grades can only be maintained by a few students.

DISCUSSIONS

The results exhibit the need for serious attention not only from the students but also from the teachers. Students must be motivated in studying their lessons in FABM-1 and 2 for two semesters. The teachers must also integrate extensive and multidisciplinary learning resources including ICT, promote learners' critical literacy and numeracy skills, improve teaching strategies and prepare instructional materials like modules/books aligned with the curriculum.