Quantitative Analysis of Creative Self-Efficacy amongst University Students in Malaysia

Objective: One key factor found to be related to creativity is creative self-efficacy.Creative selfefficacy (CSE) refers to one's own conviction in their own ability to produce creative work effectively.The study aims to explore on the predictive values of time management and reading habit on CSE, as well as on the significant difference between gender and CSE.Method: This study (n = 313) is a cross-sectional survey design.The inclusion criteria for the participants are full-time university students studying in Malaysia and aged between 18-25 years old.Data collected was analysed by linear regression, multiple linear regression and independent sample t-test.Results: Reading habit is a significant positive predictor of CSE.Both daily planning and confidence in long-range planning in time management are significant positive predictors of CSE.However, there is no significant difference between gender in terms of male and female and CSE. Conclusion:This study provided evidence on the role of reading habits and time management on creative self-efficacy amongst undergraduate student in Malaysia.