Effect of Major Club Activities of Students Majoring in Skincare on Career Preparation Behavior Through the Mediating Role of Satisfaction with Major Club Activities

Purpose: This study focused to probe systematic operating measures to examine the effect of the major club activities of students majoring in skincare on career preparation behavior through the mediating role of satisfaction with such activities. Methods: We conducted a literature review and designed a questionnaire to assess career preparation behavior, major club activities, and satisfaction with major club activities. The participants were selected using random sampling. Out of the 390 questionnaires administered in September 2023, data from 364 respondents were included in the final analyses. Factor analysis and multiple regression analyses were managed to study relationships connecting variables. Results: Major club activities exhibited a significant correlation with satisfaction with such activities and exerted influence on career preparation behaviors. Conclusion: The school life satisfaction of college students influences their career decisions, maturity, and preparation behaviors. Thus, universities and relevant departments in Korea should exert effort to revitalize major clubs.