Holistic Student Development in Higher Education Institutions

This study aims to create a scale for measuring Holistic Student Development, addressing the limitations of traditional methods of student development focused on academic achievements. Using a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative insights and quantitative analysis, the research designs an inclusive measurement tool. A standardized questionnaire with a “5-point Likert scale” was used to gather data from 577 students of HEIs in India. The Holistic Student Development Measurement Scale's (HSDMS) 0.94 Cronbach's alpha score indicated its reliability. Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) was used to analyse the data obtained from the structured questionnaire. The five dimensions of HSDMS—Physical Quotient (comprising Physical Wellbeing and Physical activities), Emotional Intelligence Quotient, Social Intelligence Quotient, Intelligence Quotient (comprising Academic Performance and Learning path), and Spiritual Intelligence Quotient—were discovered.