MATCHING SKILLS TO CAREERS: THE IMPACT OF HUMAN CAPITAL ON JOB ALIGNMENT IN MALAYSIA

Low, Choon Wei; Mah, Pei Yew

doi:10.51200/mjbe.v11i1.5288

Authors

Low, Choon Wei
Mah, Pei Yew

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51200/mjbe.v11i1.5288

Keywords:

job mismatch, human capital, work experience, educational attainment, Malaysia

Abstract

This study examines the impact of human capital factors on job-matching outcomes among Malaysian employees, emphasizing the roles of work experience and educational attainment. Utilizing a logistic regression model, the analysis reveals that both work experience and tertiary education significantly reduce the likelihood of job mismatches. The findings highlight the importance of employers offering adequate rewards, recognition, promotion opportunities, and work-life balance to enhance job satisfaction and retain employees. Additionally, the study underscores the critical role of tertiary education in preparing employees for the evolving demands of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (IR4.0). Despite its contributions, the study acknowledges a limitation in not capturing the specific educational programs studied by employees, suggesting this as a direction for future research.

Author Biographies

Low, Choon Wei

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman,
(Kampus Sungai Long) Kajang, Malaysia.

Mah, Pei Yew

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman,
(Kampus Kampar) Perak, Malaysia.

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