A Study on the Relationship between Social Support, Self-Efficacy, and Career Maturity of Foreign Students Ahead of Graduation

The purpose of this study is to explore the relationship between social support, self-efficacy, and career maturity among foreign students nearing graduation. To investigate theses relationships, a survey was conducted over a two-month period, from July 1st to August 31st, 2023. The survey yielded data from 140 respondents, which was analyzed using descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and multiple regression analysis. The findings are threefold: First, social support was found to significantly influence career maturity in theses students; secondly, it also affected their self-efficacy; thirdly, self-efficacy was observed to have a partial mediating effect on the relationship between social support and career maturity. Based on these findings, recommendations for programs and systems designed to enhance the career maturity of foreign students nearing graduation are presented.