Analyzing the Effectiveness of Internship Programs from Students’ Perspectives: A Non-parametric Approach

Martin Serreqi – Faculty of Economy, University of Tirana, Str. “Arben Broci” Tirana, Albania
Brunilda Kosta – Faculty of Economy, University of Tirana, Str. “Arben Broci” Tirana, Albania
Ledjon Shahini – Faculty of Economy, University of Tirana, Str. “Arben Broci” Tirana, Albania

Abstract: This article assesses the difference between economics students’ expectations and actual internship experiences. Non-parametric statistical analysis was used to examine the variations. This research was divided into two phases. During the first stage, students’ expectations for internships were evaluated. The faculty selected a group of students to participate in an ex­periment, which was an internship program that was thoroughly thought out. Both students and host organizations received support from the facul­ty throughout the entire process. Pre- and post-internship results showed sub­stantial differences. This article concludes with a discussion of research limita­tions and conclusions.

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