FACTORS INFLUENCING STUDENTS’ ACCOUNTING CAREER PATHS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF PHAN THIET

Abstract

This paper examines the factors influencing accounting students’ career paths at University of Phan Thiet. Research
data was collected through the survey of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd year accounting students at University of Phan Thiet with a
total of 150 observations. The research results show that all factors have a positive impact on the accounting students’
career paths at University of Phan Thiet. Career Exposure has the strongest impact on students' career paths.
Accordingly, when students know the existence of professional accounting organizations, experience practical
accounting lessons, etc., it will help students make better decisions about their careers. Intrinsic Motivation has the
second strongest impact on the career paths of accounting students; The result shows students' initiative in choosing
majors that suit their interests and spending time studying the targeted major. Extrinsic Motivation has the third
strongest impact on the career paths of accounting students. The students have information about job opportunities
and income they can receive from their major, they will be motivated to pursue career paths. Finally, the Influences of
Third Parties have the weakest impact on the career paths of accounting students.