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WORK READINESS OF UKI TORAJA FACULTY OF ECONOMICS STUDENTS:
INTEGRATION OF ACADEMIC ABILITY AND TALENT MANAGEMENT IN THE
PERSPECTIVE OF HUMAN CAPITAL THEORY
1Chrismesi Pagiu, 2Rati Pundissing, 3Elsa Maharani Manajemen.
Universitas Kristen Indonesia Toraja.
Tana Toraja.
Indonesia E-mail: chrismesipagiu@gmail.
com, ratihpundissing@gmail.
elsamaharani025@gmail.
DOI: https://doi.
org/10.
56457/jimk.
Received: February 21, 2025
Accepted: June 03, 2025
Published: June 06, 2025
ABSTRACT
This study aims to analyze the integration of academic ability and talent management on the work readiness of students of the Faculty of Economics UKI Toraja from the perspective of human capital theory.
Data collection techniques by filling out questionnaires by students of the Faculty of Economics UKI Toraja who have participated in the Work World Practice.
Internship and Certified Independent Study (MSIB).
Entrepreneurship Internship activities using SEM-Smart PLS.
The results of the study showed that Academic Ability influenced Work Readiness with a coefficient of 0.
494, a t value of 6.
286, and a p-value of 0.
000, while Talent Management influenced Work Readiness with a coefficient of 0.
473, a t value of 5.
739, and a p-value of 0.
Academic Ability and Talent Management simultaneously influenced Work Readiness significantly with an F value of 328.
973 and a p-value of 0.
The academic ability variable has the greatest influence compared to talent management with a coefficient value of 0.
Keywords: Academic Ability.
Talent Management.
Work Readiness INTRODUCTION Preparing to enter the competitive world of work is a challenge for every Student readiness to face the challenges of the world of work includes knowledge, technical skills relevant to the field of study, and development of essential soft skills.
Students who are ready to work not only have a strong theoretical understanding, but are also able to apply that knowledge in practical In addition, students also need to master practical skills that are relevant to the world of work.
Internship experience contributes to job readiness by strengthening understanding of the theories learned in lectures and improving adaptability and interpersonal skills needed in the world of work (Safitri Y et all, 2.
This internship program provides an opportunity for students to apply the knowledge they gain in class in real situations, as well as build professional networks that can be useful in the future.
Students who are proactive in seeking and participating in these activities will have a competitive A study by (Sari R et all, 2.
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shows that Soft skills, such as communication skills, leadership, and time management, have proven to be important in preparing graduates to face the world of work and students who are able to balance organizational activities and studies tend to be more work-ready and more competitive in the labor market.
Talent management also plays an important role in student readiness.
research conducted (Apriyanto R, 2.
that communication and leadership in an organizational context, including how these skills can affect students' chances of getting jobs in the public and private This shows that students who have these skills perform better, which Soft skills such as leadership are very important for students in facing the world of work (Rifai.
Although background is important, companies place more emphasis on interpersonal skills and soft skills in the recruitment process (Achmadi, 2.
Human Capital Theory explains that investment in education and training, both in the form of technical skills .
ard skill.
and non-technical skills .
oft skill.
, can increase individual productivity and prepare them for success in the world of work (Setyawasih R, 2.
Academic ability in the context of Human Capital is referred to as part of knowledge, which is one of the main pillars of human capital and the importance of identifying individuals who have great potential and superior abilities, both in terms of academics and other skills to support the strategic goals of the organization (Gaol, 2.
This study places academic ability and talent management as the main focus in the work readiness of students of the Faculty of Economics UKI Toraja.
The readiness of graduates in facing the world of work is considered very important, which requires attention from various parties to improve the quality and relevance of education (Pramesti et all.
The work readiness of students of the Faculty of Economics UKI Toraja through academic ability and talent management is an important first step in opening up broad job opportunities.
METHOD
This research method is by using a quantitative approach.
The quantitative approach is a statistical method used to collect quantitative data from research studies (Rustamana et all, 2.
The type of data used is primary data obtained from the results of filling out questionnaires by 313 UKI Toraja students who participated in internship activities as respondents.
The variables used in this study are academic ability and talent management as independent variables and work readiness as the dependent variable.
Indicators related to students' academic abilities (Feriawati, 2.
Speed of problem solving in a certain time, .
Capacity to understand each task, .
Selection of the right strategy, and .
Achievements obtained in the academic field .
The dimensions and indicators of talent management (Pella & Afifah, 2.
Personal quality and character, .
Potential, .
Learning spirit, while the indicators of work readiness (Rosara et al.
, 2.
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together with others .
Be able to control oneself .
Have a critical attitude .
Have the courage to accept responsibility .
Have the ability to adapt to the environment .
Have the ambition to Gender Man Woman progress by trying to follow progress or developments in the field of expertise.
The following is descriptive data on respondent identity based on gender, year of enrollment, concentration, and type of internship attended.
Table 1.
Respondents by Gender Amount Percentage (%) Total Based on table 1, it can be seen that it can be concluded that the respondents the number of respondents based on in this study were mostly dominated by gender is 44 respondents .
06%) male female students with a total of 269 people and 269 respondents .
94%) female.
with a percentage of 85.
Table 2.
Respondents Based on Class Year Year of the Generation Amount Percentage (%) Total Based on table 2, it can be seen that the So it can be concluded that the number of respondents based on the year respondents in this study were mostly of the class, there were 11 respondents dominated by students from the class of .
51%) from the class of 2021 and 302 2022 with a total of 302 people with a respondents .
49%) from the class of percentage of 96.
Table 3.
Respondents Based on Concentration No Concentration Amount Percentage (%) Financial Management (K.
Marketing Management (K.
Human Resource Management (K.
Total Based on table 3, it can be seen that .
the number of respondents based on concentration students (K.
So it can be concentration is 111 respondents .
concluded that the respondents in this of financial management concentration study were mostly students with HR students (K.
, 72 respondents .
%) of management concentration (K.
with a marketing management concentration total of 130 people with a percentage of students (K.
and 130 respondents Table 4.
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Internships followed Workplace Practice (PDK) Independent Student Exchange (PMM) Student Entrepreneurship Development Program (P2MW) Certified Internship and Independent Study(MSIB) Institutional Support System (ISS) Total Amount Percentage (%) Based on table 4, it can be seen that can be concluded that the respondents in the number of respondents based on the this study were mostly students who internships they participated in was 294 participated in the Work World Practice respondents .
93%) participating in the (PDK) internship activities, with a total of Work World Practice (PDK), 7 294 students with a percentage of 93.
RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
23%) participating in the Research Instrument Test Independent Student Exchange (PMM), 2 Data collection using a questionnaire respondents .
64%) participating in the using a Likert scale .
Research data is Student Entrepreneurship Development processed using SEM-SMART PLS.
The Program (P2MW), 6 respondents .
results of the Validity and Reliability Test participating in the Certified Independent are as follows:
Internship and Study (MSIB) and 4 .
Reliability Indicator respondents .
28%) participating in the Validity Test Institutional Support System (ISS).
So it Table 5 Outer Loading Test Results Academic Ability Work Readiness Talent Management X1.
X1.
X1.
X1.
X1.
X1.
X1.
X1.
X1.
X1.
X1.
X1.
X1.
X1.
X1.
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X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
X2.
Y1.
Y1.
Y1.
Y1.
Y1.
Y1.
Y1.
Y1.
Y1.
Y1.
Y1.
Y1.
Based on the results of the validity test in the Table, it can be seen that all indicators have an outer loading value Ou 0.
Therefore, all indicators in this study can be stated to have met the criteria.
Reliability Test Cronbach's Alpha and Composite Reliability (Internal Consistency Reliabilit.
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carried out through the Cronbach alpha values accepted must be more than 0.
and composite reliability values.
The (Hair et al.
, 2.
Cronbach alpha and composite reliability Table 6.
Cronbach's Alpha and Composite Reliability Average Composite Composite Cronbach's .
(AVE) Academic Ability Work Readiness Talent Management The test results in the Table show Collinearity is a condition in which that all latent variables meet the reliability two or more predictor .
test criteria.
This is based on the cronbach variables in a model have a high linear alpha and composite reliability values of relationship, meaning they are highly all latent variables having values >0.
correlated with each other.
Collinearity Therefore, all latent variables are declared testing can be done by looking at the VIF reliable after meeting all measurement If the VIF value <5 then the model is fit and can be continued in further Inner Model Evaluation (Structural The results of the VIF value test Model Assessmen.
can be seen in the following table:
Assess the structural model for collinearity issues (VIF) Table 7.
VIF Test Table VIF Academic Ability -> Job Readiness 1,287 Talent Management -> Job Readiness 1,287 It can be seen in the table above that the VIF values between research variables have met the test limit, namely <5.
From the inner model test, it was found that the model in general is quite Assess the Significance and Relevance of the Structural Model of Relationships Path CoefficientAnd T Value At this stage, the test conducted is by looking at the path coefficient value and the t value.
The path coefficient value approaching 1 indicates a positive relationship and vice versa, a value approaching 0 indicates a weak relationship in the model structure.
Furthermore, the t value indicates the significance of a relationship between variables at a certain error level.
In this study, the researcher used a significance level error of 5% which means the t value must be greater than 1.
96(Hair et al.
The following are the path coefficient and t value values displayed in the following table.
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Table 8.
Path Coefficient and t Value Original Sample Standard T statistics (|O/STDEV|) (O) (M) (STDEV) Academic Ability -> Job Readiness Talent Management -> Job Readiness 6,286 5,739 The test results show that management can improve an individual's Academic Ability has a positive and readiness to enter the world of work.
R-Square Value significant effect on Work Readiness with The R-square value or coefficient a coefficient of 0.
494 (T = 6.
286, p = 0.
of determination is used to evaluate the This shows that the higher a person's strength of the structural model.
The academic ability, the more prepared they higher the r-square value means the are to face the world of work.
In addition, better the prediction model of the Talent Management also has a significant proposed research model.
Table 9 shows effect on Work Readiness with a the results of the test analysis on the Rcoefficient of 0.
473 (T = 5.
739, p = 0.
Square value.
Table 9.
R-Square Value R-square R-square adjusted Work Readiness The R-square value for Job Readiness 689 indicates that Academic Ability and Talent Management together influence 9% of the variability in Job Readiness.
While the remaining 31.
1% is influenced by other variables not included in the study.
The following is the outer data from the data testing results:
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Hypothesis Testing Academic Ability Influences Work Readiness with a coefficient of 0.
494, a T value of 6.
286, and a p-value of Since the p-value <0.
05, the hypothesis is accepted, indicating that the higher a person's academic ability, the higher their work readiness.
Academic ability reflects theoretical and technical competencies acquired during education, which play an important role in building the foundation of skills needed in the world of work.
Individuals with good academic ability are better able to absorb new information, complete tasks efficiently, and face professional challenges with more confidence.
This variable has the greatest influence compared to talent management with a coefficient value of 0.
Talent Management influences Job Readinesswith a coefficient of 0.
473, a T value of 5.
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management can improve a person's With a good talent management work readiness.
Talent management program, individuals are better prepared to face challenges in a development strategies, such as professional environment and have training, mentoring, and career skills that are more in line with management, which help individuals industry needs.
develop skills relevant to the world of Table 8.
F Test (Simultaneou.
Sum
Mean
Total
Error
5380,478
17,413
Regression 2 5728,259 328,973 Simultaneous Test (F Tes.
of Work Readiness The results of the simultaneous trained to solve problems, think test show that the influenceAcademic systematically, and work in teamsAiall of Ability Talent Management which are competencies needed in a simultaneously on Work Readiness are professional environment.
In addition, significant with F value of 328.
973 and pacademic achievements such as grades value of 0.
Because p-value <0.
and achievements are often used as early then this regression model is significant, indicators in the job selection process, which means that both independent reflecting an individual's potential and variables (Academic Ability and Talent Thus, academic ability is Managemen.
together have a strong very important in preparing students to influence on work readiness.
This shows adapt and contribute effectively in the that students' work readiness is not only influenced by their academic abilities, but Talent management influences Job also by how talent management is Readinesswith a coefficient of 0.
473, a T developed by strengthening quality, value of 5.
739, and a p-value of 0.
personal character, honing self-potential Talent management plays an important and having a learner's soul.
role in improving students' work readiness because this process allows for CONCLUSION the identification, development, and Academic Ability Influences Work direction of individual potential in a Readinesswith a coefficient of 0.
494, a T structured manner according to the needs value of 6.
286, and a p-value of 0.
The of the world of work.
Through talent main foundation in forming critical programsAisuch thinking patterns, analytical skills, and leadership training, interpersonal skills understanding concepts relevant to the development, mentoring, and placement world of work.
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beyond academic aspects.
This helps students understand their strengths, increase self-confidence, and develop a high work ethic and adaptability, all of which are essential to facing professional With management, students' work readiness can be improved and adjusted to the demands of the labor market.
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