Learning agility quotient and work readiness of graduating accounting students: embracing the dynamics of IR4.0

• Published in: Accounting Education
• Main Author: Azhar Z.; Jalaludin D.; Ghani E.K.; Ramayah T.; Nelson S.P.
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Routledge 2024
• Online Access: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85159303408&doi=10.1080%2f09639284.2023.2211567&partnerID=40&md5=1715ef0476994975175e94edaccc91a4

This study examines if the learning agility quotient (LAQ) is an important determinant for the work readiness of graduating accounting students in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (IR4.0) environment. Using a questionnaire survey involving 275 respondents, we find that those with higher intelligence quotient (IQ) and emotional quotient (EQ) have higher LAQ. We also find that LAQ mediates the positive impact of IQ and EQ on their work readiness. Our findings implicate accounting education as they highlight the significant role of LAQ in relation to IQ, EQ, and work readiness. Further research is needed to determine if educational and work environment factors can effectively support and enhance learning agility. © 2023 Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.