Factor No.

Factor

Items

1

Institutional Engagement (5 items)

1) If a friend of mine is considering joining this institute, I will encourage him/her to do so.

2) The goals and values of this institute are in harmony with my own goals and values.

3) I feel a sense of pride when I introduce myself to a stranger as a student of this institute.

4) Based on my experience as a student here, I feel that my decision to join this institute was correct.

5) In my overall assessment, this is one of the best business schools in India.

2

Diligence (3 items)

1) It is my habit to take notes during the class.

2) I make sure that my class assignments are completed before the deadline.

3) I keep my course materials well organized.

3

Absorption

1) I find it difficult to detach myself from my studies.

2) Most of the time I am immersed in my studies.

3) I feel excited when I am absorbed in my studies

4

Dedication (3 items)

1) When I am working on my studies, I feel bursting with energy.

2) Most of the time I feel enthusiastic about my studies.

3) I feel proud of my studies.

5

Class

Participation (3 items)

1) I often ask questions in the class.

2) I enjoy making presentations in the class.

3) I actively participate in class discussions.

Cronbach’s alpha: overall reliability of the scale = 0.842

B

Precursors

Personal factors (Self-efficacy & Locus of Control)

1) Self-Efficacy Scale— [52] , Schwarzer and Jerusalem (1995)—10 items

2) Locus of Control— [53] Rotter Scale (1971)—10 items

Situational factors, [15]

1) Faculty Support; 2) Academic Facilities; 3) Administrative Staff Support; 4) Peer Group (5 items each making a total of 20 items)