Bitancur, Shawn Michael P.  <br/><br/>
Challenges Encountered Of Working Students:   A Study On Balancing Academic Responsibility And Employment/ 
Shawn Michael P. Bitancur, Nicole Aira G. Cabillada, Alexandra C. Dellosa, Angelika A. Eriarte and Keven Rex G. Tamayo.-- 
 -  Technological University of the Philippines, Manila.  January 2025 
 - xiv, 100 pages.  29 cm 
<br/><br/> Bachelor's thesis 
<br/><br/>College of Liberal Arts.-- 
<br/><br/>Includes bibliographic references and index. 
<br/><br/> This study aims to determine the challenges faced by working students at the Technological<br/>University of the Philippines - Manila who are employed in the Business Process<br/>Outsourcing (BPO) industry. The growth of the BPO sector has made it a significant source<br/>of employment, attracting students with flexible work schedules and financial<br/>opportunities. However, balancing academic commitments with the demanding nature of<br/>BPO jobs poses significant challenges. The research investigates the demographic<br/>characteristics of working students and examines how these factors influence their ability<br/>to manage dual responsibilities. It focuses on time management strategies such as<br/>prioritization, scheduling, and adaptability, and assesses the levels of stress experienced,<br/>including emotional, physical, environmental, and psychological stress. The study also<br/>identifies major challenges, such as financial pressure and time constraints, and their<br/>impact on academic performance. Using surveys the findings reveal that while some<br/>students struggle with exhaustion and competing responsibilities, others demonstrate<br/>resilience through effective coping mechanisms like self-monitoring and strategic<br/>planning. A significant relationship between work-related challenges and academic<br/>performance was observed, highlighting the need for tailored support systems. The study<br/>underscores the importance of institutional interventions, such as flexible class schedules,<br/>mental health resources, and academic advising, to help students navigate their dual roles.<br/>For BPO employers, the findings suggest creating work arrangements that support student<br/>employees. Policymakers are encouraged to develop strategies that promote work-life<br/>balance. By addressing these challenges, this research contributes to enhancing working<br/>students' productivity, well-being, and long-term success in both academic and<br/>professional domains.<br/>Keywords: Financial Pressure, Time Management, Academic Performance, Challenges,<br/>Stress Level 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Business Administration<br/>Financial Pressure
<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>BTH HD 28  / B58 2025