The Computer-Savviness and Internship Performance of Accounting Students: A Basis for Pre-Deployment Competency Seminar
Abstract
This study examined the effects of computer- savviness on the internship success of accounting students from Laguna University, Sta. Cruz, Laguna. The specific objectives of this study are to evaluate the computer-savviness and internship performance of accounting students, and the collected data aims to answer the general objective of the study. Employing a quantitative method, this research study involved responses from 107 accountancy and accounting information system alumni from the year 2023-2024 with the use of an adapted questionnaire from Cadiz- Gabejan & Takenaka (2021) and an evaluation form used by Laguna University (LU:AA-FO-58). The gathered data was statistically assessed with the use of Mean Scores, SD, and Regression Analysis to determine the significant effect of interns’ computer-savviness on their internship performance. Based on the results, student-interns demonstrated a high level of proficiency in utilizing computers for internship-related tasks including Word Processing, Use of Spreadsheets, Use of PowerPoint Presentation, and General Computing. The findings of the study also indicated that all computer skills Word Processing, Use of Spreadsheets, Use of PowerPoint Presentation, and General Computing show significant effect on their internship performance of the interns with regards to LU:AA-FO-58. With the evaluation of the findings, the researchers suggested some recommendations including providing soft skills and computer skill-related competency seminars before the deployment of interns and review of the practicum training plan’s alignment to the student interns evaluation form (LU:AA-FO-58). Through the improvement of internship programs, accounting institutions will be able to better prepare students for the realities of the profession which will aid both industry and society.
Keywords
Computer-Savvy, Internship Performance, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint Presentation, General Computing, Technical Skills, Soft Skills
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IRE Journals:
Ma. Lourdes E. Valenciano , Jhanna Mae D. Doria , Jay-V R. Esguerra , Shane Marie S. Flores; Xylene T. Vicmudo , Tony Angelo C. Alvaran, Mbm; Dr. Norayda M. Dimaculangan
"The Computer-Savviness and Internship Performance of Accounting Students: A Basis for Pre-Deployment Competency Seminar" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 8 Issue 9 2025 Page 476-482
IEEE:
Ma. Lourdes E. Valenciano , Jhanna Mae D. Doria , Jay-V R. Esguerra , Shane Marie S. Flores; Xylene T. Vicmudo , Tony Angelo C. Alvaran, Mbm; Dr. Norayda M. Dimaculangan
"The Computer-Savviness and Internship Performance of Accounting Students: A Basis for Pre-Deployment Competency Seminar" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 8(9)
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