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Emerging from COVID-19: the perceptions of university students to part-time working and its impact on their transferable skill development

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Evans C, Lean J, Sen A & Najahah Yusof Z (2024) Emerging from COVID-19: the perceptions of university students to part-time working and its impact on their transferable skill development. Higher Education, Skills and Work-based Learning. https://doi.org/10.1108/HESWBL-12-2023-0343

Abstract
Abstract Purpose The purpose of this study is to examine university students¡¯ behaviours and perceptions relating to part-time working, particularly the impact of external factors such as COVID-19, on their work activity. Design/methodology/approach A structured, online questionnaire was issued to Business Management students at a UK university. A total of 123 responses were received. Findings The study offers a unique insight into the effects of Covid-19 on students¡¯ perceptions regarding part-time work. Research limitations/implications It is important for universities to understand the motivations of students and their current circumstances, since these could affect students¡¯ academic performance and wellbeing and well as their employability, and as a consequence, influence university policy. Originality/value The study offers a unique insight into the effects of prevailing external factors in particular Covid-19 on students¡¯ perceptions regarding part-time work.

Keywords
University student part-time working; Social and economic situation; Employability; COVID-19

Journal
Higher Education, Skills and Work-based Learning

StatusEarly Online
Publication date online14/06/2024
Date accepted by journal14/05/2024
ISSN2042-3896

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Dr Naja Mohd Yusof

Dr Naja Mohd Yusof

Lecturer in Management, Management, Work and Organisation

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