Using Regression Analysis to Establish the Relationship Between Perception on Outcome-Based Education and Employability Skills among Postgraduate Students

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine using regression analysis to establish the relationship between the perception of outcome-based education and the employability skills of postgraduate students.
Methodology: The investigator adopted a descriptive survey method using o sample of 1110 post-graduate students from universities in various districts in Tamil Nadu.
Sampling technique: The simple random sampling technique was used for the present study.
Tools used: In the present study outcome-based education scale has been constructed and standardized for higher education levels among post-graduate students. This scale consists of 30 statements. The second tool used to find the employability skills scales was developed by the investigator. which contained 40 statements and six personal management skills, teamwork skills, positive attitude, fundamental skills, resilience, and ICT skills.
Results: The results of the study showed that there is a significant influence of employability skills of postgraduate students in their perception of outcome-based education.