Relationship between Family Background and Academic Achievement of Business Education Students in Delta State Tertiary Institutions

Authors

  • Edionwe Nosakhare, Phd Department of Business Education Delta State University Abraka
  • Okudaye Israel Nnamdi, Phd Department of Business Education Delta State University Abraka

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55677/GJEFR/04-2024-Vol01E6

Keywords:

Academic, Business Education, Nigeria

Abstract

This study investigates the relationship between family background, specifically parenting styles, and the academic achievement among Business Education students in higher institutions in Delta State, Nigeria. Utilizing a quantitative research design, data were collected from 200 students through structured questionnaires that assessed parenting styles (authoritative, authoritarian, permissive, and neglectful) and academic performance metrics. The results suggest that authoritative parenting significantly enhances academic success, while authoritarian and neglectful styles negatively impact students' performance. The results highlight the critical role of a supportive and balanced parenting approach in fostering academic achievement.  These results highlight the significance of parental involvement in education and suggest that targeted interventions for parents could improve academic outcomes for students. The study concludes with recommendations for parental education programs, enhanced school-parent collaboration, and further research on the socio-cultural factors influencing parenting and academic success.

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Published

2024-11-19

How to Cite

Edionwe Nosakhare, & Okudaye Israel Nnamdi. (2024). Relationship between Family Background and Academic Achievement of Business Education Students in Delta State Tertiary Institutions. Global Journal of Economic and Finance Research, 1(06), 134–138. https://doi.org/10.55677/GJEFR/04-2024-Vol01E6