Exploring Socioeconomic Landscape: A survey dataset analysis of household income among Malaysian public higher learning institution students

Roziya Abu; Soo Cheng Chuah; Ainul Azreen Adam; Nazura Mohamed Sayuti; Keshminder Singh Jit Singh; Nita Zairina Noh

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI18.5466

Authors

Roziya Abu School of Information Science, College of Computing, Informatics and Mathematics, Puncak Perdana UiTM, Malaysia
Soo Cheng Chuah Faculty of Business & Management, Puncak Alam UiTM, Malaysia
Ainul Azreen Adam Arshad Ayub Graduate Business School (AAGBS), UiTM, Malaysia
Nazura Mohamed Sayuti Faculty of Business & Management, Puncak Alam UiTM, Malaysia
Keshminder Singh Jit Singh Faculty of Business & Management, Puncak Alam UiTM, Malaysia
Nita Zairina Noh Office of Industry, Community and Alumni Network (ICAN) UiTM, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI18.5466

Keywords:

Malaysia Public Higher Learning Institution, Household Income , Pandemic COVID-19 , Socioeconomic Landscape

Abstract

This study focuses on the socioeconomic aspects of household income among students in Malaysian Public Higher Learning Institutions. This study employs a survey research design with 30,527 respondents from 14 states in Malaysia. The findings reveal various income brackets and shed light on the financial challenges students face while pursuing higher education. This study emphasizes the importance of understanding socioeconomic dynamics within higher education institutions to address equity gaps and enhance support for students from diverse economic backgrounds. It provides a framework for targeted interventions and policies to promote equal opportunities and inclusive learning environments in Malaysia's public higher education institutions.

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