Effect of Academic & Personality Development Activities on Competitiveness of Business Schools: An Empirical Study through the Lens of Islamic Perspective

Abstract

The study intended to investigate the effect of academic and personality development activities on competitiveness of business schools through the lens of Islamic perspective. The features of academic & personality development activities of competitive business schools from modern literature were studied in the light of Islamic perspective. Regression analysis was used to test the hypothesis. Data was collected from a sample of 354 students through structured questionnaire. The study found that Islam supports businesses education and provides a comprehensive framework that embodies moral and social values leading to a prosper society in long-term. The activities of academic and personality development in modern literature to increase the competitiveness of business schools are supported by Islamic perspective as far as it is within Islamic boundaries. Positive relation was found between academic and personality development activities and competitiveness of business schools from students’ perspective. Future studies are directed to cover other activities required for competitiveness of business schools and its relevance from Islamic perspective.

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“…For this reason, with the presence of Islamic business education as a solution in order to create skilled human resources and the competitiveness of the nation as a whole and morally (Khattak, 2019). Research and training also play a role in increasing the knowledge and skills sought by the market which largely determine the form and level of instruction for various disciplines (Lumpur, 2009).…”

“…Personality development is a broad spectrum that includes all activities intended to prepare students apart from coursework. It includes ethical and social activities that give students a sense of responsibility that as managers they should contribute to society (Khattak, 2019).…”

“…By inculcating an Islamic business perspective in students at various levels of education from an early age, of course, concerns about unethical behavior in business can be silenced (Khattak, 2019).…”

“…This is due to the low enthusiasm in studying Islamic principles in Islamic muamalah in modern times. For this reason, there is a need for Islamic business education to assist these people in practicing Islam in all aspects of life, including education, politics, and economics (Khattak, 2019).…”