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Chapter 1
THE PROBLEM
Introduction
mistake made by students was failing to establish and stick to a sensible budget.
Students who neglect to create and stick to a reasonable budget face the
possibility of depleting their funds before the school year concludes. Conversely,
the spending habits of young adults have become a prominent subject within the
as well as Parotta and Johnson (2018), these individuals are increasingly making
practices.
without having money and spending it. In the current economic environment,
money serves as the lifeblood of society, playing such a crucial role that the entire
Therefore, it is not only a practical necessity to provide young people with the
tools and knowledge they need to deal with this complicated topic of finance but
are faced with managing their own money effectively and efficiently in this
context.
Basis for Programme Intervention" by Pasco, Dee, et al. in 2023, it was found
debt, and significant parental influence on saving. This suggests that teachers and
parents should play a role in helping students learn how to be thrifty. In addition,
In line with that, it's worth noting that not all students in this research are
primarily focused on their budgeting skills, while others may concentrate solely
on evaluating their spending habits. Moreover, the existing literature has not
thoroughly examined how budgeting skills and spending habits intersect among
and accurate responses about personal finances, which could impact the
Management strand who are on the verge of entering adulthood, their level of
spending habits and their proficiency in budgeting not only impact their current
financial stability but also play a significant role in shaping their long-term
financial security.
The aim of this study was to explore the complex interplay between
spending habits and budgeting skills among ABM students. It sought to uncover
financial stability, and potential avenues for enhancement. This research aimed to
gain a deeper insight into how students handle their finances, identify the factors
shaping their financial choices, and utilise this knowledge to enhance their
the objective of this research is to fill these gaps in knowledge and overcome
The goal of the study is to identify the relationship of the level of spending habits
1.1 age
1.2 gender
3.4 discipline
3.5 tracking
4.) Is there a significant relationship between the level of spending habits and
HYPOTHESIS
Ho: There is no significant relationship between the level of spending habits and
CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK
variables, the level of spending habits as the predictor variable and budgeting
In Figure 1, the predictor variable, the level of spending habits refers to the
can attribute their money saving habits to their parents’ influence and they can
desires.
planning as to adhere about how students plan to save money for the future,
whether its for setting aside funds for specific goal or for managing living
Theoretical Framework
budgeting skills and the level of spending habits that can be approached through
decision-making.
and psychological factors that may influence budgeting skills and spending habit
surely believed in the idea of impulse behavior, arguing that sudden buying
decisions are driven by external stimuli and have little relationship to traditional
In Social learning theory, spending habits are learned from parents and
more about how students spend their money. The factors affecting how students
spend their money have been the subject of several hypotheses. In order to
skills and the spending habits of ABM students at Christ the King College. The
choice of selecting Grade 11 and 12 ABM students in the academic year 2023-
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2024 ensures that the research address a critical contingency in these students
financial journey. ABM strand is known for its business and management skills,
making its ideas setting to investigate the relationship of the level of spending
habits and budgeting skills. Specific attention will be given to factors such as
This study is delimited to ABM students at Christ the King College, and its
research will primarily rely on self-reported data from the participants, and
external factors beyond the defines scope such as economic fluctuations, are not
size to ensure a focused analysis within the designated period. Despite these
delimitation, the study aims to provide valuable insights into the budgeting skills
Specific groups which will be able to benefit from the information gathered
and sound financial management through their educational journey until they
Educators and Schools. The findings of this study can be used by ABM
Parents. The findings of this study provide parents with valuable insights
into the financial challenges faced by ABM strand students, enabling them to
Future Researchers. This result is the basis for further studies and can be
Definition of Terms
For a better understanding of this study, the following terms are defined
Students. Grade 11- St. Pedro Calungsod and Grade 12- St. Scholastica of Christ
the King College ABM strand students, Senior High School Department.
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Chapter 2
This chapter presents the review of related literature and studies considered
relevant to the present investigation. These materials were from books, journals,
unpublished and published studies. The literature provided the researcher with
Lots of students are getting used to being on their own for the first time, and
one of the problems they’re dealing with is managing their money. This becomes
According to Remand (2010), the four most commonly used ways to define
and Tabani (2013), financial literacy is regarded as a fundamental set of skills and
current choices on present and future earnings, and navigate the job market.
literacy, while others assert that true financial literacy entails the ability to make
the enormous difficulty. Very little research has been done on this topic in terms
of people's ability to manage how they spend money globally. The present degree
of again, the spending issue has not been fully identified and resolved. As a result,
the spending habits of 138 university students in Delhi and Mumbai. When it
comes to entertainment and way of life, I used loosely the terms shopping, travel,
components that influence the Indian youth's buying habits. In spite of the
other issues are just things that India eventually gets over. It did, in fact, come to
a short halt in spending, but things have returned to normal. The article
health, and social image consciousness, youth in India are making more
summary and budget for their pocket money and that 79 percent never
modern economy. In this society, money is very significant (Jin, 2011). Knowing
which will lead to financial issues. Students in high school will soon join society.
Their capacity for financial management will directly affect their intended
will cause financial problems. High school students will soon become part of
society. Their ability to manage their money will have a direct impact on their
across education levels and genders, with a significant portion going towards
Thai Students," studies differences between male and female students when it
comes to saving and spending. The results showed that there was no difference in
saving behavior between male and female students, although females had a more
positive attitude towards saving and shopping than males. In addition, females
cared more about their wealth or the amount of money that they had than males,
financial literacy is a crucial skill. The same is true for young people living in a
has led to the recognition that better financial decision-making among adults and
literacy of high school students in order to identify at-risk groups and the causes
individuals who require financial literacy instruction and create efficient financial
helpful in developing policies that would enhance student financial decisions and
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equip them with the knowledge they need to make sensible choices, ultimately
that offer financial literacy classes in schools. In the Philippines primary and
For the most part, for pupils, reaching their best academic achievement is
fraught with difficulties. It takes much more than just studying to finish an
activities, and, for some students, taking care of their families can all compromise
English, and the like, will help them integrate into society in the future.
increase financial literacy, particularly among young people. The first step in
physically and mentally prepared for the future. The management of funds
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should be taken into account, and students must keep up to date with fashion
trends, given the fact that they are allowed to spend on brand clothing, luxury
publicly accessible in the Philippines. The majority of studies focus on the effects
in Surigao Del Sur, highlights the role that parents play in shaping attitudes
toward finance and life as a whole. The importance of parents having a strong
need for early learning about finances. The key components of effective financial
crucial for students. Prioritizing needs over desires and making informed budget
Chapter 3
METHODOLOGY
the study, the instruments used, data gathering procedures and statistical
RESEARCH DESIGN
The researcher will employ the quantitative method and use descriptive-
research is to figure out which variables are connected. This method provides
essential knowledge about the concepts used in the study as well as their
relationship with each other. It is considered most suitable for assessing the given
SAMPLING PROCEDURE
study, the whole population is ABM students which are subdivided into two
sections, Grade 11 St. Pedro Calungsod and Grade 12 St. Scholastica. The
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researcher will use fishbowl method to get the participants in each year level or
sections.
Business, and Management (ABM) Strand students of Christ the King College,
Gingoog City. The total population of ABM students in the selected schools wis
54. The population is subdivided based on their year level or sections. Among 54
ABM students, 48 is the total sample size which was utilized by an online sample
LEVEL/SECTION STUDENTS
(POPULATION)
Calungsod
TOTAL 54 48
RESEARCH LOCALE
This study is executed at Christ the King College in Gingoog City, which is
compose of Grade School, Junior High School, Senior High School and college
students. The Senior High School Department, particularly ABM students, was
chosen to engage in our research “Budgeting Skills and the Level of Spending
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Habits of ABM Students of Christ the King College” to focus the study of our
research.
RESEARCH INSTRUMENT
The instrument spending habits and budgeting skills were adapted to Philippot,
C.M. (2020). The survey questionnaires were tailored and adjusted to align with
the characteristics of the study's respondents. The survey was modified to better
cater to students at Christ the King College who are pursuing studies in
SCORING PROCEDURE
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The instrument of the level of spending habits and budgeting skills were
The level of spending habits study results will be analysed based on the
mean/Equivalent
mean/Equivalent
INSTRUMENT
The original survey questionnaire was created by Philippot (2020) for her
thesis at the University of Alberta. Its purpose was to explore the current
behaviours of young adults. The survey questionnaires was also used by Pasco et.
al. (2023) to determine the level of spending habits among accountancy, business,
will be employed in the instructions and questions. The group leader, along with
all members, thoroughly reviewed the questionnaires for potential grammar and
sentence errors. Further validation will be conducted by Ms. Imee Fuentes, the
from the ABM strand participated will answer the survey questionnaires to
their effectiveness in gathering insights into the financial literacy of ABM 11 & 12
clarity of questions.
the ABM 11 & 12 students. This step underscores the importance of informed
Cronbach alpha will be used in identifying the study’s level of spending habits and
budgeting skills. The data undergoes analysis using the most appropriate
transparency, aligning with the ethical principles developed by Bryman and Bell
(2007).
After the data will be collected, the following statistical treatments will be
The first question about demographic profile employs a frequency and percentage
of the factors under this variable. The second question will use the 5 point likert
scale and will have weighted means, frequency and percentages of each
description.
in comparing the total scores in the level of spending habits to overall scores for
budgeting skills.