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Mehan Gardens, cor. A.J. Villegas St., Manila
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“CUSTOMER SATISFACTION LEVEL OF GRADE 12 ABM STUDENTS


AT UDM USING THE SHOPEE APPLICATION”

A Study
Presented to the Faculty of the
Senior High School Department, Universidad de Manila

In Partial Fulfilment
of the Requirements in the Subject
Inquiries, Investigation, and Immersion

Adorna, Barbie V.
Anzures, Marianne P.
Bernardo, Keith Christian S.
Bravo, Ma. Regina D.
Calamaan Maria Antonette T.
Cortez, Frederick Jr. M.
Cuya, Allan Paulo U.
Depanes, Cyrene Lei M.
Galang, Rhyzen Sean S.
Gali, Bea Bianca M.
Villamiel, Lj R.

S.Y. 2022 – 2023


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ABSTRACT

This study aims to determine the customer satisfaction level of Grade 12 ABM

students at UDM using the Shopee application. With a focus on social interaction and

mobile accessibility, Shopee offers customers a convenient and secure online shopping

experience, complete with reliable payment and delivery services.

The research employed a quantitative approach, utilizing a structured

questionnaire as the primary data collection tool. A sample of Grade 12 ABM students

from UDM was selected using random sampling techniques. The questionnaire

comprised several key dimensions related to customer satisfaction, including ease of use,

product assortment, pricing, delivery, and customer service. Data collection was carried

out using a survey questionnaire distributed via Google Forms. The data analysis

technique employed in this study was the mean. The findings revealed that Shopee's

product quality, price, and service quality met the expectations of its customers, as the

Grade 12 ABM participants expressed overall satisfaction with the application. However,

there is room for improvement, particularly in terms of product quality, in order to

achieve higher levels of customer satisfaction. Among the factors investigated, the

students were most satisfied with the price. As a result, the researchers suggest that

Shopee should focus on enhancing and reinforcing the factors that influence student

satisfaction based on the study's findings.

Overall, the research contributes to the understanding of customer satisfaction

among Grade 12 ABM students at UDM when using the Shopee application. The findings

provide valuable insights for Shopee and other e-commerce platforms to enhance their

services and meet the evolving needs of their customers, particularly within the academic

setting.
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APPROVAL SHEET

This thesis titled “Customer Satisfaction Level of Grade 12 ABM Students at

UDM Using the Shopee Application” prepared and submitted by Group 2 in partial

fulfillment of the requirements for the Accountancy, Business, and Management Strand

of the Senior High School Program has been examined and recommended for acceptance

and approval for oral examination.

MR. RICKY C. AGUILAR MR. ALEXIS JHON A. REBANCOS


Research Reader Research Adviser

PANEL OF EXAMINERS
Approved by the committee on Oral Examination with the grade of ________.

MR. PAUL ANTHONY B. PINCA


Chairman

MR. ARNEL BALDWIN D. JERUS MR. JASFER CRIZAN E. VENTURA


Member Member

MS. PRINCESS DESSA C. MACASPAC


Member

Accepted and approved in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the

Accountancy, Business and Management of the Senior High School Program in

Universidad de Manila.

GENARO E. GETIGAN ROBERT F. NORBERTE, PhDc


Research Area Coordinator Senior High School Officer

Date: Date:
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DEDICATION

This study is the fruit of countless sacrifices and diligent hard work. Through the

support of the researchers, this study is sincerely dedicated to the people who serve as a

source of inspiration and motivation. Thanks to our loving parents and guardians, who

give us courage and consistently offer their resilient support, as well as to our classmates

and friends, who extended their unwavering support and sent us encouraging messages,

which enabled us to successfully complete this research.

We also courteously dedicate this study to Mr. Rebancos, our research adviser, in

appreciation of his immense effort, perseverance, and unwavering determination

throughout the project.


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ACKNOWLEDGMENT

We, researchers, would like to express our profound gratitude to everyone who

contributed in any way, who shared their time and expertise to make this research study

possible.

There is a great source of all work, striving, guidance, and gracious favors,

without whom this duty would not have been possible to complete or the result of any

labor.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank Mr. Alexis Rebancos, our

research adviser, for his support of our study as well as for his patience, inspiration,

excitement, and vast expertise. His advice is helpful to us throughout the entire research

and writing process. For our research endeavor, we could not have asked for a greater

advisor and mentor.

We also want to express our sincere gratitude to Mr. Arnel Baldwin Jerus, Mr.

Paul Anthony Pinca, Mr. Jasfer Ventura, and Ms. Christine Gabay Morallos who have

been instrumental in making this study a reality. The researchers deserve a sincere

congratulation for using their knowledge to successfully complete what once appeared

to be a difficult undertaking. Thank you for their time, advice, and support. enabling us

to obtain the data required to make this thesis conceivable.

Above all, we want to thank our Almighty God for his abundant blessings,

especially the strength, courage, patience, wisdom, time, and guidance.


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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER I...………………………………………………………………….….…9

The Problem and Its Background………… ……………………………………….9

Introduction……………………………………………………………….…...9

Statement of the Problem……………………………………………….….…11

Theoretical Framework………………………………………………..….......12

Conceptual Framework……………………………...……………………......14

Scope and Delimitations..………………...…………………………….…….16

Significance of the Study……………………………………………………..17

CHAPTER II……...………………………………………………………………....19

Review of Related Literature and Studies…………………………………………19

Related Literature……………………………………………………………..19

Related Studies………………………………………………………………..22

Synthesis……..………………………………………………………………..25

CHAPTER III……...………………………………………………………………...27

Methodology of the Study…………………………………………………………...27

Research Design………………………………………………………………27

Research Locale………………………………………………………………28

Sampling Technique…………….…………………………………………….29

Respondents of the Study……….…………………………………………….29

Research Instrument…………………………………………………………...30

Data Gathering Procedure……………………………………………….…….32

Statistical Treatment of the Data………………………………………………33


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CHAPTER IV……..………………………………………………….………………34

Results and Discussion……………………………………………………………….34

CHAPTER V……..…………………………………………………………....……..36

Summary, Conclusions, and Recommendations…………...………………………36

Summary of Findings…………………………………..……………………..36

Conclusion…………………………………………………………….……...36

Recommendations……………………………………………………………37

Intervention Plan..……………………………………………………………39

REFERENCES…………………………………………………………………...…41

APPENDICES...…………………………………………………………………….45

Appendix A………………………………………………………………………….45

Permission Letter to the Dean..………………………..……………………..45

Letter for Statistician………....………………………..……………………..47

Permission Letter……………..………………………..……………………..48

Letter for Grammarian………..………………………..……………………..49

Appendix B……………………………………………………………….………….50

Survey Questionnaire……………………………………………………………….50

Appendix C……………………………………………………………….………….55

Survey Responses..……………………………………………………….………….55

Appendix D……………………………………………………………….………….60

Curriculum Vitae of the Researchers.………………………………….………….60

CERTIFICATE OF ORIGINALITY.………………………………….………….71
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LIST OF TABLES

Table 1.0 Likert Scale and Equivalent Description of the Mean ...…………………..31

Table 2.0 Level of Customer Satisfaction to Shopee………..………………………..34

Table 2.1 Satisfaction Level of Grade 12 ABM Students in terms of Product

Quality……………………...………………………………………………55

Table 2.2 Satisfaction Level of Grade 12 ABM Students in terms of Price ………....56

Table 2.3 Satisfaction Level of Grade 12 ABM Students in terms of Service

Quality...………………………………...……………………………….…57

Table 3.0 Satisfaction Rate of UDM Grade 12 ABM Students in Using Shopee..…...58

LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1.0 Conceptual Framework……………………………………………………14

Figure 2.0 Universidad De Manila Campus….………...……………………………..28


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CHAPTER I

The Problem and Its Background

Introduction

Consumers can directly purchase goods or services from merchants via the

Internet by using a web browser or a mobile app. Nowadays, the expansion of online

retailers has been exponential, particularly during the pre-pandemic era. People these

days prefer convenient ways to purchase brands and access shops, and it can be claimed

that the internet has drastically changed the ideas of customer convenience, speed, price

and knowledge about products and services (Vasíc et al. 2019).

Internet users, as customers of goods and services, are the major market for

businesses that offer their products online. The services they offer and the perceived

benefits that customers receive affect whether or not they can convert potential customers

into actual customers and retain them as clients. Meeting a consumer's performance

expectations for a product lead to customer satisfaction. If a product meets a customer's

performance expectations, the majority of satisfied customers will likely repurchase the

item. According to the study entitled “Consumers’ Perception on Online Shopping,”

during the pandemic, Shopee became the prevailing platform for online shopping, it is a

go-to site for secure and practical online shopping. Furthermore, based on an article

published by Buzzsetter, the platform keeps developing an accessible and inclusive

digital space where both buyers and sellers may have fun and succeed. Hence, most

Filipinos preferred to use it.

Customer satisfaction is a metric that measures a company's customers' level of

satisfaction with its goods, services, and capabilities. Information about customer
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satisfaction, such as surveys and ratings, can assist a business in deciding how best to

adjust or improve its goods and services. Customer satisfaction is important because it

shows whether or not your target audience likes what you're doing. According to studies,

high levels of satisfaction result in higher customer retention, higher lifetime value, and

a stronger brand reputation. Low customer satisfaction levels are also significant. They

can identify customer pain points and provide data-driven recommendations on how to

improve the product, service, and overall customer experience.

Many studies have been conducted on the topic that the researchers had chosen.

These studies mainly focused on the factors that influence customer satisfaction,

including the pricing of the products or services as well as the quality of the products,

when using the Shopee application. However, insufficient attention has been given to the

level of satisfaction of Shopee customers.


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Statement of the Problem

This study aims to determine the customer satisfaction rate of Grade 12 ABM

Students of UDM in using Shopee. Specifically, this study aims to answer the following

questions:

1. What is the level of customer satisfaction to Shopee in terms of:

1.1. Product Quality;

1.2. Price; and

1.3. Service Quality?

2. What intervention plan can be proposed in order to improve the customer

satisfaction level in using Shopee?


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Theoretical Framework

According to a marketing theory by Philip Kotler, every customer has a value.

Customer value is a construction that is made up of three components: product quality,

service quality, and price (Nauman & Giel, 1995). Customer value and customer

satisfaction are linked. The theory is relevant to tangible products that are offered for sale

on the market and can be utilized to measure the quality of a product.

Furthermore, because quality is a construct or latent variable, service quality is

assessed based on customers' perceptions (Parasuraman et al., 1988). In this context,

product quality assesses how well a delivered good fits customer expectations, service

quality assesses how well a service matches customer expectations, and product pricing

is the sum that customers are willing to pay for a product. Moreover, a product's price

should be competitive, which implies that products and services should not be

prohibitively expensive, especially if similar products are also offered by competitors.

Hanif, Hafeez, and Riaz (2010) discovered that price fairness had a greater effect on

customer satisfaction than customer service. According to Nauman and Giel (1985), a

product's quality and service quality mostly influence its price. Customer satisfaction is

defined as how consumers respond to the expectations and experiences they have with a

product or process (Hallowell, 1996).

This theory will be the basis of this study since it focuses on the main three

components of this paradigm, which are service quality, product quality, and price, to

determine the main factors that lead to customer satisfaction. In general, the indications

mentioned above can be used to objectively assess the quality of tangible objects, but

customer satisfaction and service quality are more difficult to measure. They should be
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determined from indicators in customers' views of how they were implemented. This

theory will be useful for this study, where the objective is to determine the customer

satisfaction level of Grade 12 ABM students using Shopee.


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Conceptual Framework

Input Process Output

1. Customer • The • Customer


satisfaction researchers satisfaction
level in using conducted a level of
Shopee survey Grade 12
through ABM
1.1. Product
questionnaire students at
Quality
s. UDM using
1.2. Price Shopee
application
1.3. Service • Use of Likert
Quality scale to
• Intervention
determine
plan to
the customer
improve the
satisfaction
customer
level.
satisfaction
level of the
• Analysis and students
interpretation
of the data.

Figure 1.0 Conceptual Framework

The IPO model was used by the researchers to set apart the factors or to separate

the major variables. Furthermore, the model was chosen since the research questions in

the study's statement of the problem are factor-isolating questions. The model will enable

the researchers to assess and document the important parts of a transformation process

efficiently.

The variables that cause the phenomenon, which are the level of customer

satisfaction with Shopee, which includes product quality, service quality, and price, are

included in the input. Furthermore, the researchers will conduct a survey through

questionnaires that will use a Likert scale. The variables will be gathered and synthesized,
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then the data will be organized, the scores will be tallied for analysis, and the statistical

treatment will be applied for interpretation during the process. Lastly, the level of

customer satisfaction using Shopee will be determined as the phenomenon's outcome,

and after that, the intervention plan to improve the customer satisfaction level with

Shopee will also be determined, also known as the output.


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Scope and Delimitations

The objective of this study is to determine the respondents' level of customer

satisfaction in using Shopee.

The scope of the study will be limited to one hundred and twenty (120) grade 12

students enrolled in Universidad de Manila's Accountancy, Business, and Management

(ABM) strand in the academic year 2022-2023.

In this descriptive study, to reach the available participants, the researchers will

send the questionnaire survey using Google Forms.


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Significance of the Study

The number of people using Shopee as their medium of purchasing products

dramatically increases yearly. The findings of the study were intended to provide a

baseline for multiple communities and groups of people that they may find this study

relevant and beneficial to them. Specifically, this study will be beneficial to the

following:

Shopee. This study will help the company to be able to develop and improve their

services to have a high level of satisfaction of the customer.

Sellers. This study will be very helpful to the vendors because it will give them

information on whether their goods or services live up to customers' expectations. As one

of the steps in fostering client loyalty, this study aids them in developing their marketing

strategies, resolving issues with customer feedback, and determining their level of

customer's happiness.

Customers. This study will help them to determine the system, service, and information

quality. Reliability of website material helps users perceive lesser risks, better arguments

for their choices, and simplicity in making the best choices, which in turn improves user

satisfaction and online purchase intention. that stressed the significance of the

information's quality, correctness, and dependability when it is shared across a medium.

Information's content is defined as the accuracy and completeness of platform content.

ABM Students. This study will help the ABM students, who aspire to be entrepreneurs,

by providing them with a guide on the factors that will affect their future customers’

satisfaction. In addition, this study can also enrich their knowledge when it comes to

businesses’ scope.
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Future Researchers. This will be an instrument that will guide and navigate them in

discovering credible, reliable, and factual information for further understanding on the

topic. This research will be a source of enlightenment that will help them in their future

studies.
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CHAPTER II

Review of Related Literature

Local

Shopee has expanded its reach to several million active users in different parts

of the Southeast Asian community. The Philippine Retailers Association (2018)

published an article “Shopee PH’s ‘mobile-first’ approach key to e-commerce success”,

that adapting technological features into smaller screens is the steppingstone of its

triumph. The company attributes the emergence of the e-commerce platform in the

Philippines to its steady growth since it was launched in late 2015. It aims to create a

secure, fast, fun, and easy shopping experience providing a platform to connect buyers

and sellers within one community. Agatha Soh, Head of Regional Marketing for Shopee

in Southeast Asia, stated that 90% of their transactions are done via mobile which makes

them focus on providing all our users the best mobile shopping experience. “According

to a Statista 2017 report, about 39 percent of sales are through mobile devices and, by

2020, mobile traffic will increase eightfold,” Soh further pointed out.

According to Rabo (2018), customers who are satisfied are more likely to make

repeat purchases and show loyalty to brands, so knowing how satisfied customers help

businesses optimize their processes. Moreover, understanding customer satisfaction can

provide companies with information to streamline their operations and focus

improvement programs on achieving cost efficiency to ultimately achieve better

performance. Customers who were happy with their purchases would come back and

recommend the business, which had a significant impact on their loyalty. To enhance

business success, it is useful to discover factors that influence customer satisfaction.


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According to Trinidad and Lacap (2021) in their article "Satisfaction and Loyalty

of Online Shoppers in Angeles City, Philippines", different companies use online media

platforms to develop and maintain connections with customers. It was discovered that

anticipated benefits and cost increase customer engagement. Furthermore, age has no

impact on this effect; e-marketers should understand the significance of interactive

behavior in establishing online loyalty (Kamboj & Rahman, 2016).

Foreign

Southeast Asia’s newest smart and secure shopping app features user-friendly

features that not only give a shopper great deal but ensure a fast and fun selling

experience. Yeo, S. (2022) published an article “How Shopee helps brands adapt to the

changing demands of consumers”, tackling the importance of providing the customers

the service they deserve. This is where features available on Shopee’s platform, such as

live streaming, coins, freebies, and loyalty programs come into play. As more and more

people become accustomed to purchasing online, the region saw 70 million new online

customers emerge throughout the pandemic. Shopee helped companies adapt to the ever-

changing needs of their customers by catering their demands. Shopee is a leading

ecommerce platform that provides customers with an easy, secure, and fast online

shopping experience through strong payment and logistical support. According to

Terence Pang, Shopee’s Chief Operating Officer (COO) “By working together with our

brand partners, we will continue to expand and enhance our offerings, including Shopee

Mall, to serve more customers and scale to greater heights.”


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According to Wibowo, Y.I. (2022), titled "Determination and Level of

Complaint: Product Quality and Service Quality", customer satisfaction is influenced by

service quality and product quality; if customers and consumers are satisfied with the

quality of the service, this will raise customer satisfaction levels. Customer satisfaction

is a state of mind that is determined by the experience had. Customer satisfaction is also

influenced by product quality, where the dimensions or indications of product quality are

good products at a fair price, and ease of use influences the dimensions or indicators of

customer satisfaction in relation to subscription decisions.

Additionally, based on the journal of Jaylene Khaw et al., (2023) titled "Shopee:

How Does E-commerce Affect E-consumer Perception and Satisfaction?" Shopee is

influenced by its management, reputation, and design. Customer satisfaction is positively

connected with perceived trust and ease, but there is a relationship between pricing and

convenience. Also, customer satisfaction may result from an efficient delivery service.

The Shopee administration could also emphasize the convenience of application design

more and make sure that users feel protected and secure. It is recommended that Shopee

upgrade the security barrier on its website and application and periodically improve the

engineering of its User Interface (UI). This study gives light on consumer behavior during

the COVID-19 pandemic.


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Review of Related Studies

Local

The research titled "Determinant factors affecting customer satisfaction among

Filipinos in Lazada online shopping during COVID-19 pandemic: A structural equation

modeling approach" made by Yogi Tri Prasetyo and Darlene Gayle D Dela Fuente

(2020), stated that products/services, price, consumers, and technology all had a huge

impact on how consumers made purchases, which also has an impact on customer

satisfaction. Products and services were shown to have the biggest indirect impact on

customer satisfaction and to be the most predictive factor in purchasing decisions. Price

also represents a strong impact as a direct impact on purchasing decisions and indirect

impact on satisfaction. Moreover, they also stated that knowledge exploration also has

an impact on purchasing decisions. It follows that the limited applicability of the e-

commerce browser might affect Filipinos' ability to satisfy their needs in online shopping.

Their satisfaction can be beneficial to e-commerce platforms and businesses and can help

to further our understanding of the factors that influence purchasing decisions and

customer satisfaction.

Similarly, the study entitled “Impact of Price, Time, Trust, and Convenience to

Shopee Consumers’ Online Shopping Behavior" conducted by Bulacan et al. (2021),

aimed to investigate the impact of price, time, trust, and convenience on the online

shopping behavior of Shopee consumers in the Philippines. The study found that price

was a crucial factor in influencing the behavior of Shopee consumers, with affordability,

discount vouchers, and reasonable pricing being the most important considerations when

making purchases on the platform. Additionally, the study demonstrated that online
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shopping on Shopee provided a time-efficient alternative for consumers, eliminating

waiting time for queuing in checkout compared to brick-and-mortar stores. These

findings suggest the significance of developing pricing strategies that cater to the

preferences and needs of Shopee customers and have significant implications for

businesses and e-commerce platforms in the Philippines.

Additionally, the study entitled "Study of the Effects of Customer Service

Quality and Product Quality on Customer Satisfaction and Customer Loyalty" by Altejar

et al. (2019), examines the impact of customer service quality and product quality on

customer satisfaction and loyalty. The study was conducted among retail customers using

a survey questionnaire to collect data. The findings suggest that both customer service

quality and product quality have a significant impact on customer satisfaction and

loyalty. The study found that customers who perceive higher levels of customer service

quality and product quality are more satisfied and loyal. However, the study also revealed

that customer service quality has a stronger impact on customer satisfaction and loyalty

than product quality. Therefore, businesses should focus on providing high-quality

customer service to improve customer satisfaction and loyalty. The study also

emphasizes the importance of businesses continuously improving their customer service

and product quality to maintain their competitive advantage and retain customers over

the long term.


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Foreign

According to a study entitled "Online Consumer Satisfaction During COVID

19: Perspection of Developing Country'' by Yonghui et al. (2021), product or services

significantly influences trust, customer satisfaction, customer loyalty, and perceived risk.

As their real experiences coincide with their perceptions, customers who shop directly

online have a far greater perception of confidence and contentment. Consumer judgment

that appears due to their experience strongly impacts their satisfaction level. If the

product quality fails to meet the requirements, it negatively affects the degree of

satisfaction.

The study of L. Boon, Y. Fern, and H. Singh (2021), entitled "The Study of

Customer Satisfaction of Shopee Customers in Malaysia," stated that trust, web quality,

security, price, and electronic word-of-mouth influence addressing the requirements

under desire or satisfying the necessities of consumers. When making a purchase during

online shopping activities, consumers have expectations about the product, vendor,

service, and website quality. All their expectations will have an impact on their attitudes

and intentions when using the online shopping platform, which will affect how they

decide to act and what they buy. Moreover, satisfied customers not only continue to buy

the same products or services but also spread positive word-of-mouth, benefiting the

sellers.

According to research entitled "Determinants of Customer Satisfaction in

Online Shopping" by Jain and Sharma (2020), customer trust a website if it is ethical,

legal, and credible, and can protect their privacy with accurate, concise, current, clear,

complete, and useful content. With these, customers are more likely has an intention to
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purchase via that website. Online retailers should develop a secure online interface,

provide extensive information on the goods and services they offer, and give customers

the chance to see them in action to increase online shoppers' trust and confidence in their

purchases. Additionally, a productive system for dealing with customer support requests

and concerns, such as live chat, 24/7 customer service, etc., will surely improve the online

shopping experience and raise online customers' satisfaction.

Synthesis

The foreign and local literature and studies cited in our research are directly

relevant to our topic, which is the "Customer Satisfaction Level of Grade 12 ABM

Students at UDM Using the Shopee Application." These sources provide various

perspectives, ideas, and concepts related to the study.

Shopee, in particular, has emerged as one of the most well-known e-commerce

apps due to its successful launch and user-friendly qualities that provide a fast and

enjoyable experience for customers. According to an article by The Philippines Retailer

Association (2018), Shopee was introduced in late 2015. Over the years, Shopee has

gained millions of active users and expanded its user base across Southeast Asia.

Additionally, Yeo (2022) published an article stating that Shopee has helped companies

meet their customer's needs and wants by offering features like freebies and coins, which

make the overall experience more enjoyable.

Jain and Sharma's study (2020) suggests that effective online shopping services,

such as customer service and detailed product descriptions, are crucial in increasing

customer satisfaction. Quality is a subjective measure, and service quality is evaluated

based on customer perceptions (Parasuraman et al., 1988). Product quality refers to how
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well a delivered good meets customer expectations, while service quality pertains to how

well a service aligns with customer expectations. Product pricing reflects the amount

customers are willing to pay. Additionally, competitive pricing is important to avoid

excessive costs, especially when similar products are available from competitors. Hanif,

Hafeez, and Riaz (2010) found that price fairness impacts customer satisfaction more

than customer service. Nauman and Giel (1985) state that a product's quality and service

quality largely influence its price. Customer satisfaction is defined by consumers'

reactions to their product or process expectations and experiences (Hallowell, 1996).

Based on the information gathered from these sources, it is evident that the usage

of e-commerce apps has significantly contributed to the popularity of online shopping.

Shopee aims to ensure customer satisfaction, foster loyalty, and drive sustainable growth

in the highly competitive e-commerce market. Determining customer satisfaction is

crucial for offering high-quality products and services that align with their expectations.

This understanding allows businesses to improve the quality of their offerings. Therefore,

the aim of this research is to assess the level of customer satisfaction in using Shopee as

an e-commerce app.
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CHAPTER III

Methodology

This chapter presents the methods to be used in the study, including the research

design and locale, sample and sampling techniques, research instrument, data gathering

procedure, and statistical treatment of the data.

Research Design

According to Sugiyono (2011), quantitative research studies are used to measure

problems by producing numerical data or data that can be converted into statistics. The

type of research used in this study is quantitative research with a descriptive approach.

This study uses a descriptive approach with the aim of describing the object of research

or research results.

Descriptive design relates the objectives of the research work as per the obtained

findings. In this regard for this research work descriptive research design has been

selected as the researcher's main theme is to relate the findings with the conclusion based

on the research objectives. Descriptive design extrapolates specific cases to the general

rules.

According to Shona McCombes (2019), a descriptive research design can study

one or more variables using a wide range of research techniques. Contrary to

experimental research, the researcher just observes and measures the variables in this

type of study.
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Research Locale

The study was conducted at the Senior High School of Universidad de Manila.

This place was selected knowing the respondents of the study are the Grade 12 ABM

students at the aforementioned university in the S.Y. 2022-2023.

Figure 2.0 Universidad de Manila Campus


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Sampling Technique

The sampling technique that was used in this study is purposive sampling since

the researchers only selected the Grade 12 ABM Shopee users in Universidad de Manila

- Senior High School department as the respondent of this study. To determine the sample

size, the researchers use the Slovin's formula.

𝑁
𝑛=
1 + 𝑁𝑒 2
Wherein:

n = Sample size

N = Population size

e = Desired margin of error

Respondents of the Study

The respondents of the study are Grade 12 Accountancy, Business, and

Management (ABM) students from Universidad de Manila. The total number of

respondents is one hundred twenty (120) students from the four sections of the ABM

strand. The respondents were chosen since they are the ones who experienced the factors

that influence customer satisfaction with the Shopee application. In addition, the ABM

strand teaches business-related subjects. Hence, learners in this strand have better

knowledge and competence to respond to the study's survey questionnaire.


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Research Instrument

The researchers used a modified standardized instrument, wherein the researchers

modified the third part of the questionnaire in order to align it with the study. The

instrument utilized and modified was adopted from Barandino, C.L.S. et al., entitled

"Level of Satisfaction in Online Shopping of Clothes Among the Selected Online

Consumer in Brgy. Narra Catarman, Northern Samar," which is Likert’s scale: 5 -

strongly agree, 4 - agree, 3 – neither agree nor disagree, 2 - disagree, and 1- strongly

disagree.

"Customer Satisfaction Level of Grade 12 ABM Students at UDM Using Shopee

Application", is a descriptive study that aims to determine the respondents' level of

satisfaction. Shopee, according to the study entitled "Consumers’ Perception on Online

Shopping," has become the prevailing platform. On the other hand, customer satisfaction

is a metric that measures a company’s customers’ level of satisfaction. The purpose of

the survey is for the researchers to determine their level of satisfaction. The respondents’

responses are significant to this study, as their answers are the ones to be analyzed by the

researchers to have successful research and to achieve the study’s objectives.

The survey instrument has three parts. In Part I of the survey instrument, the

researchers will determine the demographic profile of the respondents. In parts II and III,

the researchers utilized survey questionnaires to determine the respondents’ level of

satisfaction on a 5-point Likert scale.


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Parts II and III used the Likert scale, and the 5-point criteria are as follows:

Weight Mean Range Description Verbal

Interpretation

5 4.21 – 5.00 Strongly Agree Highly Satisfied

4 3.41 – 4.20 Agree Satisfied

3 2.61 – 3.40 Neither Agree nor Neither Satisfied

Disagree nor Dissatisfied

2 1.81 – 2.60 Disagree Dissatisfied

1 1.00 – 1.80 Strongly Disagree Highly Dissatisfied

Table 1.0 Likert Scale and Equivalent Description of the Mean


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Data Gathering Procedure

The researchers of this study followed some procedures in order to achieve the

objectives:

1. Permission Request to Use Research Instruments

The researchers requested permission from the owners of the research entitled

"Level of Satisfaction in Online Shopping of Clothes Among the Selected Online

Consumer in Brgy. Narra Catarman, Northern Samar," to utilize and modify their

research instruments.

2. Validation

Upon receiving permission from the owners of the research, the researchers

sought consultation from experts to validate the research instruments. Following

validation, the researchers made necessary corrections to the instrument and

developed a questionnaire survey to distribute to the respondents.

3. Request for Permission to Conduct the Study

Before proceeding with the distribution of online questionnaires via Google

Forms to the respondents, the researchers formally requested permission from Mr.

Robert F. Norberte, the SHS Officer, to conduct the study.

4. Distribution of Survey Questionnaire

Subsequently, upon receiving permission from Mr. Robert F. Norberte, the

SHS Officer, the researchers proceeded to distribute the survey questionnaire to 120

grade 12 ABM students at the Universidad de Manila using Google Forms.

5. Analysis and Interpretation

After collecting the distributed questionnaire surveys from the grade 12

respondents, the researchers began the analysis process. The researchers organized
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the data, tallied the scores, and applied the statistical treatment employed in this study

to derive the interpretations.

Statistical Treatment of the Data

When the data needed were all complete, they were compiled, sorted, and

organized. To interpret and analyze the data gathered by the researchers, the mean is

employed to determine the factors that significantly impact the satisfaction level of

respondents.

Mean

∑𝑥
𝑥̅ =
𝑁
Wherein:

∑ = Sum of:

X = Individual Score

𝑥̅ = Mean of All Scores

N = Sample Size
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CHAPTER IV

Results and Discussion

This chapter presents the analysis and interpretation of data collected from

the questionnaire distributed to UDM Grade 12 ABM students. The data will be

presented in tabular form in accordance with the research questions that comprise the

study's statement of the problem.

PROBLEM NO. 1: What is the level of customer satisfaction to Shopee in terms of:

1.1 Product Quality;

1.2 Price; and

1.3 Service Quality?

Mean Description Verbal

Interpretation

Product Quality 3.387 Neither Neither Satisfied

nor Dissatisfied

Price 3.609 Agree Satisfied

Service Quality 3.721 Agree Satisfied

Customer 3.572 Agree Satisfied


Satisfaction Level
of Grade 12 ABM
Students at UDM
Using the Shopee
Application
Table 2.0 Level of Customer Satisfaction to Shopee
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Table 2.0 presents an overall level of customer satisfaction with Shopee among

grade 12 ABM students at UDM in terms of product quality, price, and service quality.

According to Wibowo, Y.I (2022), customer satisfaction is influenced by both service

quality and product quality. When customers are satisfied with the service provided, it

increases their overall satisfaction levels.

Additionally, Yogi Tri Prasetyo and Darlene Gayle D Dela Fuente (2020)

mentioned that price has a significant impact on both purchasing decisions and

satisfaction. In terms of product quality, Shopee had a mean of 3.387, indicating that

respondents are neither satisfied nor dissatisfied with the products that the company

offers. The statement with the highest mean indicates that the product satisfies the

expectations of the customers (see Appendix B, Table 1).

In terms of pricing and service quality, the Shopee application received a

"satisfied" rating from grade 12 ABM respondents. The price obtained a mean of 3.609,

indicating that most of the students are satisfied with the factors (see Appendix B, Table

2) that lead to pricing satisfaction. On the other hand, service quality had the highest

overall mean of 3.721 out of the three. The survey results (see Appendix B, Table 3)

indicated that respondents are satisfied with the quality of service given that payment

options are available.

Overall, the grade 12 ABM respondents at UDM are satisfied with the quality of

product, service, and prices that the Shopee application offers.


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CHAPTER V

Summary, Conclusion, and Recommendations

This chapter includes the review of the purpose of the study, summary of the

results and conclusions of the study and recommendations for further research and

possible studies are included in this chapter.

Summary of Findings

The data gathered from the distributed surveys of the respondents on the Level of

Customer Satisfaction shows as follows: satisfaction level in terms of product quality

with a mean of 3.387 and a neither satisfied nor dissatisfied satisfactory; satisfaction level

in terms of price with 3.609 and a satisfied satisfactory; satisfaction level in terms of

service quality with a mean of 3.721 and satisfied satisfactory; and satisfaction rate in

using Shopee with an overall mean average of 3.572 and a satisfied satisfactory.

Conclusion

After gathering data from 120 Universidad de Manila's Grade 12 Accountancy,

Business, and Management (ABM) students, the researchers concluded that the three

indicators, namely product quality, price, and service quality, have a significant positive

impact on customer satisfaction level when using the Shopee application.

Shopee's product quality, price, and service quality comply with the standards of

its customers, as the Grade 12 ABM participants are overall satisfied with the application.

However, there is still an opportunity for improvement, particularly in terms of the

product quality that Shopee provides, in order to attain higher levels of customer

satisfaction. Based on the findings of the study, the students were most satisfied with the
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service quality. With this, the researchers advise Shopee to improve and strengthen the

factors influencing satisfaction among students.

Recommendations

The following recommendations were made for this research study:

1. For Shopee, to oversee thoroughly the services offered and observe the market,

allowing them to recognize the ongoing trends to cater the needs and wants of the

customers. Also, to create an engaging strategy that constantly connects with the

customers, successfully resulting in fulfilling customer satisfaction.

2. For sellers, provide store vouchers, flash sales, and promo codes to enhance the

experience of the customers that leads in improving the ratings of the shop so the

customers will highly trust the products and services they offer.

3. For customers, continue sharing their valuable experiences on the said company's

products and services for improved performance and professional development.

4. For ABM students, utilize this study as a guide especially to those aspiring future

entrepreneurs in the following ways by implementing business planning and

strategy. Through this, they can identify their target audience's needs,

preferences, and pain points. Moreover, recognizing competition in the market,

ABM students can gain valuable insights into the strengths and weaknesses of

existing competitors, identify gaps in the market, and develop strategies. This

study will broaden their understanding that helps them navigate the

entrepreneurial journey with greater insight and minimize potential threats.

5. For future researchers, this study will be valuable for those who wish to explore

and delve deeper into this topic. It can serve as a point of reference and provide
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guidance for those who want to pursue further investigation in this study.

Researchers can build upon this study by expanding the scope of their research,

such as examining different aspects or including a broader range of participants.

They can also conduct long-term studies to gain a deeper understanding of the

subject. By doing so, they can obtain more specific and optimal research findings

related to the customer satisfaction in using Shopee in the future.


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PROBLEM NO. 2: What intervention plan can be proposed in order to improve the

customer satisfaction level in using Shopee?

Intervention Plan

This research intervention aims to improve customer satisfaction on the Shopee

e-commerce platform by addressing key factors that influence customer satisfaction,

including product quality, price, and service quality.

The intervention proposes a holistic approach that combines effective quality

control measures, competitive pricing strategies, and exceptional customer service

practices. By focusing on these aspects, Shopee aims to ensure customer satisfaction,

foster loyalty, and drive sustainable growth in the highly competitive e-commerce

market.

• In terms of product quality, Shopee should establish stringent quality control

measures, including supplier audits, product inspections, and quality

certifications, to ensure that products listed on Shopee meet or exceed customer

standards. In 2022, Elizabeth Wellington wrote an article stating the importance

of implementing a feedback mechanism for customers to report product quality

issues, enabling prompt resolution and continuous improvement.

• Competitive pricing strategies should be made by conducting regular market

research and price benchmarking to ensure that products listed on Shopee are

competitively priced. According to an article on 7 learnings entitled, “How

dynamic pricing works: data driven price optimization,” it is important to employ

dynamic pricing algorithms and data analytics to optimize pricing based on

market demand, competitor pricing, and customer preferences.


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• Shopee can improve service quality by investing in training programs for

customer service representatives to enhance their product knowledge,

communication skills, and problem-solving abilities. According to Bhattacharya

(2022), e-commerce applications should implement a multi-channel customer

support system, including live chat, email, and phone support, to provide quick

and efficient assistance to customers.

By adopting a holistic approach to product quality, pricing, and service quality,

Shopee can ensure customer satisfaction, drive loyalty, and gain a competitive edge in

the e-commerce market. This research intervention provides a comprehensive framework

that addresses key factors influencing customer perception. By implementing effective

quality control measures, competitive pricing strategies, and exceptional customer

service practices, Shopee can deliver a superior shopping experience that satisfies

customers' expectations and fosters long-term relationships.


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APPENDICES

APPENDIX A

PERMISSION LETTER TO THE DEAN

For the Administration of the Research Questionnaire

March 27, 2023

ROBERT F. NORBERTE, Ph. D. (c)


Officer
Senior High School Department
This University

Sir:

Greetings!

The undersigned is currently conducting a study on the “Customer Satisfaction Level


of Grade 12 ABM Students at UDM Using the Shopee Application”. This undertaking
is part of the requirements for the completion of the subject, Inquiries, Investigation, and
Immersion.

The respondents of this study are the undergraduate students of your department. We
would like to give the questionnaire to those who will be randomly chosen to be the
respondents of the research.

In connection with this, I would like to request your approval to allow us to schedule the
administration of the research instrument.

Looking forward to your much needed approval of this request.


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Sincerely,

ALLAN PAULO U. CUYA


Leader

Recommending Approval:

ALEXIS JHON A. REBANCOS


Research Adviser

Approved and noted by:

ROBERT F. NORBERTE
Officer, Senior High School
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LETTER FOR STATISTICIAN

April 11, 2023

JASFER VENTURA
Lecturer, Mathematics Area
This University

Thru: Ms. Jesserene Cleeyan C. Samonte


Coordinator, Mathematics Area
This University

Sir and Madame:

Greetings of peace!

The undersigned is currently conducting a study on the “Customer Satisfaction Level


of Grade 12 ABM Students at UDM Using the Shopee Application”. This undertaking
is part of the requirements for the completion of the subject, Inquiries, Investigation, and
Immersion.

An essential part of our research is the statistical treatment of the data we have gathered.
In this regard, we would like to ask for your expertise to check the formulas that we are
going to utilize in our study.

Thank you for your kind consideration and immediate response on this matter.

Sincerely,

ALLAN PAULO U. CUYA


Leader

Recommending Approval:

ALEXIS JHON A. REBANCOS


Research Adviser

Approved and noted by:

ROBERT F. NORBERTE JASFER VENTURA


Officer, Senior High School Lecturer, Mathematics Area
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PERMISSION LETTER

March 27, 2023

Mr. ROBERT F. NORBERTE, PhDC


SHS Officer
This Institution

Sir:

Greetings of Peace and Goodwill!

The undersigned are currently conducting research entitled “Customer


Satisfaction Level of Grade 12 ABM Students at UDM Using the Shopee
Application”. This is in partial fulfillment of the requirements in our subject Inquiries,
Investigation, and Immersion (III) from Academic Track under the Accountancy,
Business and Management (ABM), wherein the undersigned were enrolled.

Relative thereto, the undersigned are respectfully requesting in your good office
the permission to gather data by distributing online questionnaires through google forms.
The undersigned are very willing to give the final copy of the research study as soon as
it will be completed. Rest assured that the data gathered shall be used for the purpose of
research and will be treated confidentially.

Your positive response regarding our request will greatly help for the success of
the study!

Thank you very much and God bless!

Respectfully yours, Noted by:

Adorna, Barbie V. Mr. Alexis John A. Rebancos, LPT


Anzures, Marianne P. Research Adviser
Bernardo, Keith Christian S.
Bravo, Ma. Regina D.
Calamaan, Maria Antonette T.
Cortez, Frederick Jr. M.
Cuya, Allan Paulo U.
Depanes, Cyrene Lei M.
Galang, Rhyzen Sean S.
Gali, Bea Bianca M.
Villamiel, Lj R.
Researchers
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LETTER FOR GRAMMARIAN

May 9, 2023

The Chair and Panel Members


UDM-SHS Research Department

Sirs / Mesdames:

Greetings of Peace and Goodwill!

I hereby certify that I have reviewed and checked the grammar and syntax of this
research instrument used by the researchers in their study entitled, “Customer
Satisfaction Level of Grade 12 ABM Students at UDM Using Shopee Application”.
The questions are comprehensive and readable. The researchers are particular in
the construction or structure and order of sentences, clauses, phrases, words, article
usage, spelling, and punctuation.

Comments and Suggestions:


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RICKY C. AGUILAR
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Signature over Printed Name of the Grammarian / Date
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APPENDIX B

SURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE
on
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION LEVEL OF GRADE 12 ABM STUDENTS
AT UDM USING THE SHOPEE APPLICATION

Email: ________________________________________________________________

Survey Procedure

This particular survey is 3-step filtering questionnaire, aimed to determine the

Customer Satisfaction Level of Grade 12 ABM Students at UDM Using Shopee

Application. The following are the expected sections you will find in this survey

questionnaire:

Section I: The first section of this survey questionnaire will consist of questions

that aim to determine the Customer satisfaction level in terms of Price.

Section II: The second section of this survey questionnaire will consist of

questions that aim to determine the Customer satisfaction level in terms of Service

Quality.

Section III: And for the last section of this survey questionnaire, it will consist of

questions that aim to determine the Customer satisfaction level in terms of Product

Quality:

The metric measurement of the customer's satisfaction and will be the choices of

this survey will be; 1-Strongly disagree, 2-Disagree, 3-Neither, 4-Agree, and 5-Strongly

agree.
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Since the outcome of this section will be extremely important to the research

itself, we, the researchers, respectfully ask the respondents to answer as honestly as they

can.

Name (Surname, First Name, Middle Initial (Optional): _________________________

Profile

Section:

o ABM 12-A

o ABM 12-B

o ABM 12-C

o ABM 12-D

I. Customer level of satisfaction in terms of product quality:

Statements Strongly Disagree Neither Agree Strongly


Disagree (2) (3) (4) Agree
(1) (5)
1. The
product
quality meets
my
expectations.

2. The quality
of the product
in online
shopping is
very good
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that I would
consider
purchasing it
again.

3. Online
shop offers
product with
bad quality.
4. Online
shop product
quality is
disappointing.
5. Online
shopping
offers many
products with
great quality.

II. Customer level of satisfaction in terms of price:

Statements Strongly Disagree Neither Agree Strongly


Disagree (2) (3) (4) Agree
(1) (5)
1. Online
shopping
offers
products in
a cheap
price.
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2. The first
thing I look
for when
I’m
shopping
online is the
price.

3. Online
shopping
does not
affect my
budget too
much.
4. Online
shopping
products are
too
expensive
for me.
5. Online
shopping
products are
affordable.

III. Customer level of satisfaction in terms of service quality:

Statements Strongly Disagree Neither Agree Strongly


Disagree (2) (3) (4) Agree
(1) (5)
1. Shopee has
many
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available
shipping
options.
2. Customer
service
representative
solved my
problem in a
short period
of time.
3. Shopee has
fast delivery.
4. The
Website
Application
has high
quality.
5. Shopee has
many
available
payment
options.
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APPENDIX C
Survey Responses

Table 2.1. Satisfaction Level of Grade 12 ABM Students in terms of Product

Quality

Statement Mean Verbal Interpretation

1. The product quality meets my expectations. 3.97 Satisfied

2. The quality of the product in online shopping is 3.93 Satisfied

very good that I would consider purchasing it again.

3. Online shop offers with bad quality. 2.58 Dissatisfied

4. Online shop product quality is disappointing. 2.53 Dissatisfied

5. Online shopping offers many products with great 3.925 Satisfied

quality.

Weighted Average 3.387 Neither Satisfied nor

Dissatisfied

Table 2.1 presents the satisfaction results of grade 12 ABM students if the Shopee

application satisfied them in terms of product quality. The table shows the statement with

the highest mean of 3.97, which is "The product quality meets my expectations."

Meanwhile, the statement with the lowest mean of 2.53 is "Online shop product quality

is disappointing." This means that the students are not that satisfied with the Shopee

application in terms of product quality. According to Wibowo, Y.I. (2022), titled

"DETERMINATION AND LEVEL OF COMPLAINT: PRODUCT QUALITY AND

SERVICE QUALITY" one of the factors in customer satisfaction is product quality. In

addition, the aforementioned e-commerce platform can increase customer satisfaction by


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offering quality products with fair pricing and ease of use. Overall, the grade 12 ABM

respondents are neither satisfied nor dissatisfied with the product quality Shopee has

offered.

Table 2.2. Satisfaction Level of Grade 12 ABM Students in terms of Price

Statement Mean Verbal Interpretation

1. Online shopping offers products in a cheap 4.225 Highly Satisfied

price.

2. The first thing I look for when I’m shopping 4.408 Highly Satisfied

online is the price.

3. Online shopping does not affect my budget 2.841 Neither Satisfied nor

too much. Dissatisfied

4. Online shopping products are too expensive 2.616 Neither Satisfied nor

for me. Dissatisfied

5. Online shopping products are affordable. 3.958 Satisfied

Weighted Average 3.609 Satisfied

Table 2.2 presents the pricing satisfaction results from the Grade 12 ABM

students' questionnaire. The statement with the highest mean of 4.408 is "The first thing

I look for when I'm shopping online is the price," indicating that the majority of students

are satisfied with the pricing. On the other hand, "Online shopping products are too

expensive for me," with a mean of 2.616, has the lowest satisfaction rating. According to

Bulacan et al. (2021), the behavior of Shopee consumers is influenced by price, with

affordability, discount vouchers, and reasonable pricing being the most important
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considerations when making purchases on the platform. Therefore, the results imply that

the majority of the students are satisfied with the factors that contribute to pricing

satisfaction. Overall, the Grade 12 ABM respondents express satisfaction with the pricing

offered by Shopee.

Table 2.3. Satisfaction Level of Grade 12 ABM Students in terms of Service

Quality

Statement Mean Verbal Interpretation

1. Shopee has many available shipping options. 4.075 Satisfied

2. Customer service representative solved my 3.325 Neither Satisfied nor

problem in a short period of time. Dissatisfied

3. Shopee has fast delivery. 3.291 Neither Satisfied nor

Dissatisfied

4. The Website Application has high quality. 3.625 Satisfied

5. Shopee has many available payment options. 4.291 Highly Satisfied

Weighted Average 3.721 Satisfied

Based on Table 2.3, the result shows a satisfactory survey regarding service

quality. "Shopee has many available payment options." Having the highest rate with a

mean of 4.291 shows that the customers are highly satisfied with the availability of

payment options Shopee has offered. Meanwhile, the lowest mean on the table is "Shopee

has fast delivery," with the mean of 3.291 indicating that the customers are neither

satisfied nor dissatisfied with the time frame of Shopee delivery. Means, the availability

of multiple shipping options, payment options, and the high quality of the website
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application received high levels of satisfaction. While there is room for improvement in

areas such as fast delivery and problem-solving time. According to Altejar et al. (2019),

businesses should focus on providing high-quality customer service to improve customer

satisfaction and loyalty. Overall, the Grade 12 ABM students are "satisfied" with the

quality of service offered by Shopee.

Table 3. Satisfaction Rate of UDM Grade 12 ABM Students in Using Shopee

Statement Mean Verbal

Interpretation

The first thing I look for when I’m shopping online 4.408 Highly Satisfied

is the price.

Shopee has many available payment options 4.291 Highly Satisfied

Online shopping offers products in a cheap price. 4.225 Highly Satisfied

Shopee has many available shipping options. 4.075 Satisfied

The product quality meets my expectation 3.97 Satisfied

Online shopping products are affordable. 3.958 Satisfied

The quality of the product in online shopping is very 3.93 Satisfied

good that I would consider purchasing it again.

Online shopping offers many products with great 3.925 Satisfied

quality.

The Website Application has high quality. 3.625 Satisfied


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Customer service representative solved my problem 3.325 Neither Satisfied nor

in a short period of time. Dissatisfied

Shopee has fast delivery. 3.291 Neither Satisfied nor

Dissatisfied

Online shopping doesn’t affect my budget too much. 2.841 Neither Satisfied nor

Dissatisfied

Online shopping products are too expensive for me. 2.616 Neither Satisfied nor

Dissatisfied

Online shop offers with bad quality. 2.58 Dissatisfied

Online shop product quality is disappointing. 2.53 Dissatisfied

Weighted Average 3.572 Satisfied

Table 3 represents the ranking of each criterion that the Shopee application met

for UDM grade 12 ABM respondents. The table also indicates the criteria with the lowest

means that must be addressed in order to fulfill the customer's level of satisfaction.

Overall, the weighted mean in the table shows that students are satisfied with the Shopee

app's product quality, price, and service quality.


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APPENDIX D

Curriculum Vitae of the Researchers

Name: Barbie V. Adorna

Address: 463 Legaspi St. Intramuros Manila

Cellphone Number: 09818018391

Email: Barbieadorna5@gmail.com

PERSONAL DATA
Nationality: Filipino

Sex: Female

Marital Status: Single

Date of Birth: November 6, 2003

Place of Birth: Manila, Philippines

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
2011-2017 Apolinario Mabini Elementary School
2017-2021 Manila High School
2021-2023 Universidad de Manila

SKILLS
• Leadership
• Fast Learner
• Problem-solving Skills
• Hardworking
• Analytical Skills
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Name: Marianne P. Anzures

Address: 2453-B Gen. Lukban St. Gagalangin

Tondo, Manila

Cellphone Number: 09652078513

Email: marianneanzures1102@gmail.com

PERSONAL DATA
Nationality: Filipino

Sex: Female

Marital Status: Single

Date of Birth: November 2, 2004

Place of Birth: Manila, Philippines

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
2011-2017 Lakan Dula Elementary School
2017-2021 Lakan Dula High School
2021-2023 Universidad de Manila

SKILLS
• Critical Thinking
• Analytical Skills
• Flexibility
• Time Management
• Collaborative
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Name: Keith Christian S. Bernardo

Address: 753 A Int. 35 Raxabago St. Tondo, Manila

Cellphone Number: 09120947216

Email: keithbernardo013@gmail.com

PERSONAL DATA
Nationality: Filipino

Sex: Male

Marital Status: Single

Date of Birth: September 13, 2005

Place of Birth: Manila, Philippines

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
2011-2017 Jose Rizal Elementary School
2017-2021 Lakan Dula High School
2021-2023 Universidad de Manila

SKILLS
• Organizational Skills
• Flexible in assisting people
• Incorporate my ideas to help people
• Strong communication skills
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Name: Ma. Regina D. Bravo

Address: 532 Peñalosa Street Tondo, Manila

Cellphone Number: 09456535690

Email: reginabravo651@gmail.com

PERSONAL DATA
Nationality: Filipino

Sex: Female

Marital Status: Single

Date of Birth: February 15, 2005

Place of Birth: Manila, Philippines

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
2011-2017 Teodoro R Yangco Elementary School
2017-2021 Lakan Dula High School
2021-2023 Universidad de Manila

SKILLS
• Adaptiveness
• Analytical skills
• Hardworking
• Attention to detail
• Motivated, determined. and consistent
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Name: Maria Antonette T. Calamaan

Address: 1720 Kalimbas Street, Brgy. 338,

Santa Cruz, Manila

Cellphone Number: 09176236902

Email: antonettecalamaan@gmail.com

PERSONAL DATA
Nationality: Filipino

Sex: Female

Marital Status: Single

Date of Birth: August 15, 2004

Place of Birth: Manila, Philippines

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
2011-2017 San Bartolome Elementary School
2017-2021 University of Santo Tomas
2021-2023 Universidad de Manila

SKILLS
• Adaptability
• Graphic Design
• Attention to Detail
• Intrapersonal Skills
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Time Management
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Name: Frederick M. Cortez Jr.

Address: 1301 Torres Bugallon St. Tondo, Manila

Cellphone Number: 09217203832

Email: frederickcortez28@gmail.com

PERSONAL DATA
Nationality: Filipino

Sex: Male

Marital Status: Single

Date of Birth: April 28, 2005

Place of Birth: Manila, Philippines

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
2011-2017 Plaridel Elementary School
2017-2021 Florentino Torres High School
2021-2023 Universidad de Manila

SKILLS
• Communication Skills
• Critical Thinking
• Time Management
• Active Listening
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Name: Allan Paulo U. Cuya

Address: 1074 Corregidor Street Tondo, Manila

Cellphone Number: 09456104262

Email: allanpaulocuya09@gmail.com

PERSONAL DATA
Nationality: Filipino

Sex: Male

Marital Status: Single

Date of Birth: December 9, 2004

Place of Birth: Meycauayan Bulacan, Philippines

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
2011-2017 Lapu-Lapu Elementary School
2017-2021 Florentino Torres High School
2021-2023 Universidad de Manila

SKILLS
• Communication Skills
• Adaptability
• Fast Learner
• Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Critical Thinking Skills
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Name: Cyrene Lei M. Depanes

Address: 2088 Hilum Ext. Pandacan, Manila

Cellphone Number: 09177861208

Email: dcyrenelei@gmail.com

PERSONAL DATA
Nationality: Filipino

Sex: Female

Marital Status: Single

Date of Birth: June 4, 2005

Place of Birth: Manila, Philippines

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
2011-2017 Jacinto Zamora Elementary School
2017-2021 Carlos P. Garcia High School
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SKILLS
• Communication skills
• Fast learner
• Time management
• Accustomed to working in groups and meeting deadlines.
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Name: Rhyzen Sean S. Galang

Address: 1334 C2 Masinop St. Tondo Manila

Cellphone Number: 09686826676

Email: rhyzengalang23@gmail.com

PERSONAL DATA
Nationality: Filipino

Sex: Male

Marital Status: Single

Date of Birth: May 23, 2005

Place of Birth: Manila, Philippines

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
2011-2017 Isabelo Delos Reyes Elementary School
2017-2021 Tondo High School
2021-2023 Universidad de Manila

SKILLS
• Creativity
• Active Listening
• Time Management
• Communication Skills
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Name: Bea Bianca M. Gali

Address: 2929 Molave Street Tondo, Manila

Cellphone Number: 09185263333

Email: gbea9283@gmail.com

PERSONAL DATA
Nationality: Filipino

Sex: Female

Marital Status: Single

Date of Birth: November 8, 2004

Place of Birth: Manila, Philippines

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
2011-2017 Lapu-Lapu Elementary School
2017-2021 Florentino Torres High School
2021-2023 Universidad de Manila

SKILLS
• Adaptiveness
• Fast learner
• Hardworking
• Time Management
• Creativity
• Communication skills
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Name: Lj R. Villamiel

Address: 2221 Narra St. Batangas Tondo, Manila

Cellphone Number: 09562482054

Email: ljvillamiel@gmail.com

PERSONAL DATA
Nationality: Filipino

Sex: Female

Marital Status: Single

Date of Birth: October 25, 2005

Place of Birth: Manila, Philippines

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
2011-2017 Andres Bonifacio Elementary School
2017-2021 Ramon Magsaysay High School
2021-2023 Universidad de Manila

SKILLS
• Computer Proficiency
• Proficient in using MS Office
• Leadership
• Attention to Detail
• Adaptability
• Teamwork and Collaboration
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produced solely by the undersigned individuals named herein, without any unauthorized

assistance or plagiarism. We have explicitly recognized any contributions made by other

individuals with whom we collaborated, whether at Universidad de Manila or elsewhere,

in the content of this thesis.

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