QUALIFYING EXAMINATION AS A COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE: A STUDY OF SELF-

ASSURANCE OF BS ACCOUNTANCY STUDENTS FROM SELECTED COLLEGES AND

UNIVERSITIES IN LAGUNA

SOP
 How does self-assurance influence the performance of BS Accountancy students in
qualifying examinations in selected colleges and universities in Laguna?
 What are the levels of self-assurance among BS Accountancy students in selected
colleges and universities in Laguna?
 How do BS Accountancy students perceive the significance of qualifying examinations
as a competitive advantage in their academic and professional pursuits?
 What are the factors influencing the self-assurance levels of BS Accountancy students in
Laguna?
 How does self-assurance correlate with academic performance, particularly in the context
of qualifying examinations?
 What strategies or interventions can be implemented to enhance self-assurance among BS
Accountancy students and improve their performance in qualifying examinations?
 What are the prevailing levels of self-assurance among BS Accountancy students
enrolled in selected colleges and universities in Laguna?
 How do BS Accountancy students perceive qualifying examinations as a competitive
advantage in their academic and professional trajectories?
 What are the key determinants influencing the self-assurance levels of BS Accountancy
students in Laguna, including personal attributes, educational environment, and socio-
cultural factors?
 What is the correlation between self-assurance levels and academic performance,
particularly in the context of qualifying examinations, among BS Accountancy students?
 What strategies and interventions can be implemented to bolster self-assurance among
BS Accountancy students, thereby enhancing their performance in qualifying
examinations and facilitating their overall academic and professional success?

INSTRUMENT AND VALIDATION

This study uses a survey questionnaire to gather data on the confidence and resilience of BS
Accountancy students. The survey uses a five-point Likert Scale to measure respondents'
agreement with the statements provided. The self-assurance scale measures students' confidence
in their ability to succeed and resilience in facing challenges. The study also explores students'
perceptions of qualifying examinations as a competitive advantage in their academic and
professional pursuits. Key factors influencing self-assurance include personal attributes,
educational environment, and socio-cultural factors. Academic performance data, including
GPA, qualifying exam scores, and class rankings, will be collected from academic records. The
research aims to validate and ensure the reliability of instruments used, including content
validation by experts in education, psychology, and accountancy, pilot testing with a small
sample of BS Accountancy students, and reliability analysis.