Document Type
Conference Item
Publication Date
6-1-2012
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to determine the factors which could foster and enhance students’ creativity in three research universities in Malaysia. The data collected from 520 postgraduate students. Correlation analysis was employed to analyze data. Findings of this study indicated that three factors such as intrinsic motivation, psychological empowerment, and support for innovation contribute significantly to the development of students’ creativity. It is suggested that universities should create a supportive environment, assist students’ psychological empowerment and develop an innovative culture in order to enhance students’ creative thinking.
Keywords
Intrinsic motivation, psychological empowerment, support for innovation, research university, students’ creativity
Divisions
Education
Event Title
2nd International Conference On Management (2nd ICM 2012) Proceeding
Event Location
Langkawi, Kedah
Event Dates
11-12 June 2012
Event Type
conference