The relationship between emotion regulation, perceived stress and job performance among undergraduate interns from UPSI

Alya Nurfatehah Anuar

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Type :	Final Year Project
Subject :	BF Psychology
Main Author :	Alya Nurfatehah Anuar
Title :	The relationship between emotion regulation, perceived stress and job performance among undergraduate interns from UPSI
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Place of Production :	Tanjong Malim
Publisher :	Fakulti Pembangunan Manusia
Year of Publication :	2024
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Abstract : Perpustakaan Tuanku Bainun

The regulation of emotions and perceptions of stress play a crucial role in academic and workplace environments. As students balance academic demands and industrial training, understanding the impact of perceived stress on their work performance becomes increasingly important. This study aims to explore how work performance can be influenced by emotional regulation and perceived stress among undergraduate students. The research investigates the relationship between emotional regulation, perceived stress, and work performance among undergraduate students at Sultan Idris Education University (UPSI). A quantitative approach was employed, utilizing standardized questionnaires to measure three variables. The instruments used were the Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (ERQ), the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), and the Individual Work Performance Questionnaire (IWPQ). Respondents were recruited online, and a total of 76 undergraduate students from UPSI participated in the study. Data analysis, conducted using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), revealed a positive correlation between emotional regulation and work performance, while perceived stress and work performance showed a negative correlation. These findings highlight the need for strategies to enhance emotional regulation and reduce stress among students. However, the study has its limitations. Reliance on self-reported data introduces potential issues such as social desirability bias and inaccuracies in self-assessment. Additionally, the sample size was smaller than the ideal number determined by G*Power, which may have impacted the generalizability of the findings. Future research should address these limitations by employing a mixed-methods approach, increasing sample size, and diversifying recruitment strategies. Longitudinal studies could also provide insights into how these relationships evolve over time, further enriching the understanding of these factors.

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