Influential factors to pursue doctorate degree in Malaysia

Influential factors to pursue doctorate degree in Malaysia

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The production of doctorate graduates is important for new knowledge economy. In Malaysia, doctorate holders are still relatively small. Thus, there is a vital need to look into ways to boost up the number of admission and production of doctoral graduates. This study examined the underlying determin...

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Main Authors: Ab Rahman, K (Author), Ismail, N (Author), Muhd, NMN (Author), Ng, SF (Author)
Format: Article
Language:English
Online Access:View Fulltext in Publisher
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520 3 |a The production of doctorate graduates is important for new knowledge economy. In Malaysia, doctorate holders are still relatively small. Thus, there is a vital need to look into ways to boost up the number of admission and production of doctoral graduates. This study examined the underlying determinants for the choice of pursuing a doctoral degree? Using both quantitative and qualitative data from 888 and 7 usable responses, the study found the contributing factors to attract individuals into the doctorate program were (1) Opportunity; (2) Personal attributes; (3) Working Relevant Knowledge; (4) Financial support; (5) Program structures; and (6) Social Support. 
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