Conceptualizing the Effect of Psychological Capital on the Academic Performance of the Students of Education

Abstract

This study is an attempt to investigate the effect of student's Psychological Capital on the academic performance. To meet desired objectives, this study selected the sample of 450 (384 female and 66 male) students from three campuses of the University of Education in Lahore using random sampling technique. The well structure Questionnaire was used to collect data from students of education department. Data is analyzed by using the Pearson correlation coefficient and regression analysis. The overall results reveal that Students' psychological capital is positively associated with their academic performance. In addition, results of regression analysis also substantiate the fact that Psychological Capital has positive and significant effect on student's academic performance. These results provide useful insight for academia, researchers and policy makers for designing the relevant and more effective policies.