Determinant of Career Intention in Malaysia Hospitality Industry for Hearing Disabled Youth

• Published in: ENVIRONMENT-BEHAVIOUR PROCEEDINGS JOURNAL
• Main Authors: Yusoff, Norhayati Mat; Abidin, Ungku Fatimah Ungku Zainal; Mohamad, Siti Fatimah; Abdullah, Wan Arnidawati Wan; Alias, Roslinda; Sudono, Agus
• Format: Proceedings Paper
• Language: English
• Published: E-IPH LTD UK 2024
• Subjects: Environmental Sciences & Ecology
• Online Access: https://www-webofscience-com.uitm.idm.oclc.org/wos/woscc/full-record/WOS:001209495000040

This study examined the association between the determinants influencing the career intention of students with hearing disabilities in the hospitality industry. Data were collected from 175 students with hearing disabilities who enrolled in Certificates in Hotel and Catering, Basic Culinary, and Basic Pastry at Polytechnic and Community Colleges (n=4) in Malaysia. Questionnaires were developed and distributed via face to face with the help of a sign language translator. The findings revealed that perceived industry characteristics (r=0.611, p < .001) and self-efficacy (r=0.742, p < .001) were strongly related to students with hearing disabilities' career intentions in the hospitality workforce.