Problem Encountered by Working Student Vis-A-Vis to Academic Performance of BSHM Graduating Students

Vol.3, No.1B

Abstract

Working is a fundamental responsibility. However, understanding how this affects a student's educational experience is complicated by why the student works. Studying a course at university isn't just about paying; it's all about the time and effort spent learning. When looking at the profile of those students who work while studying, you would notice that they never waste their time; for them, every second counts. Student jobs have become a trend among students around the world. This study aims to investigate the problems working students face and their impact on academic performance and to develop action plans aimed at helping them.

This study utilized the descriptive research method, and the researchers used a survey questionnaire administered via Google Forms to gather data from 80 target respondents selected as graduate students at Bestlink College of the Philippines. Most of the respondents were aged between 21-25, and half were male and female. One of the respondents was a single employee, and more than half (70%) were full-time working students. The total population of the respondents caused the "Project/Research" due to several factors, with a weighted mean of 4.50. Respondents believed they were "sleep deprived" during work and studying, with a weighted mean of 4.8.

Based on the gathered data and conclusions drawn, working students' positive effects are increased independence, ability to budget, managing a schedule, and gaining soft skills, such as communication and problem-solving skills. Higher dropout rates, slower graduation rates, and poor effects on academic performance are some drawbacks. This study helps to better understand the issues that working students deal with and how they affect their academic performance. It can also be a reference and guide for similar research studies.