Perceptions of Undergraduate Logistics Students on Knowledge of Logistics: A Case of Private University in Malaysia
Keywords:
Aptitude, Environment, Instruction, Logistics Knowledge, Theory of Education ProductivityAbstract
The demand for logistics is increasing rapidly these days, thus the knowledge of logistics plays an
important role. There are many types of businesses involving logistic activities which require competent
logisticians. Students who graduate from logistics or supply chain programmes are expected to have
the knowledge of logistics when they work and later become competent. There is a gap where logistics
programmes at higher education institutions need relevant curriculum so that the graduates excel not
only in theory but also in practical subjects. This research paper aims to explore the perceptions of
undergraduate students on the knowledge of logistics in a Malaysian private university. A Theory of
Education Productivity is adopted as guidance in the study. Three independent factors are derived from
the theory, namely aptitude, instruction and environment. Using non-probability sampling and
regression analysis, these three factors have an influence on the knowledge of logistics for
undergraduates. The findings show that all independent variables for this study have a significant
impact on the knowledge of logistics. Implications from the findings are also discussed.
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