Employability on Self-Perception Among IT Students:The Effects of Intrinsic Motivation and Academic Performance

The primary objective of higher education in Thailand is to prepare students for future careers. However, some students are uncertain about their ability to find employment. Therefore, this study investigated the relationship between intrinsic motivation, academic performance, and self-perceived employability, and aimed to create a predictive model of IT students' self-perceived employability. The sample group for the study comprised 420 students from the Department of Information Technology, Faculty of Business Administration, Rajamangala University of Technology, from nine campuses across Thailand. Data was collected using online questionnaires and analyzed using Pearson's correlation coefficient and multiple regression analysis. The results showed that intrinsic motivation, academic performance, and self-perceived employability were positively correlated. The multiple correlation coefficient was between 0.75 and 0.95. Additionally, it was found that intrinsic motivation and academic performance can predict students' selfperceived employability with a significance level of 0.05. The findings of this study suggest that the teaching and learning process should be designed to improve intrinsic motivation and academic achievement. This may be accomplished through providing students with stimulating and engaging learning experiences, as well as chances to learn in a supportive setting. As a result, students may gain the confidence they need to find a job after graduation.