PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED BY BSBASTUDENTS OF MANUEL S. ENVERGA UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION ON ON-THE-JOB TRAINING: ENHANCED OJT MANUAL FOR COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND ACCOUNTANCY

The research is concerned with identifying the problems met by the BSBA students during the practicum program of Manuel S. Enverga University as basis of enhancing the OJT manual for the College of Business and Accountancy. This study applied descriptive method of research wherein survey questionnaires were used. Two hundred thirteen (213) students from school year 2014-2015 to 2016-2017, as well as students who are currently enrolled in the practicum program school year 2017-2018 served as respondents. Descriptive statistics such as frequency and weighted mean were used in the statistical analysis. The analysis of results reveals that the trainees have encountered a minimal problem in terms of the program of work and the relation of task assigned. In addition, the students have difficulty in managing their time between on-the-job training and the curricular activities. However, the student trainees achieved a meaningful learning process and a satisfying outcome wherein they have acquired the necessary skills and knowledge that will help them in their future career as successful business professionals. Moreover, a revised manual must be developed to guide the training of the BSBA students of College of Business and Accountancy.