Examining the Financial Management Practices Behind Academic Performance in Chosen Public Primary Schools Within Cueibet County, Gok State, South Sudan
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2024-06-12
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Uganda Christian University
Abstract
This study investigates the relationship between financial management practices and
academic performance in selected public primary schools within Cueibet County, Gok
State South Sudan. Through a comprehensive survey of 156 respondents, representing
a 100% response rate, the research examines the impact of financial planning,
coordination, and control practices on academic outcomes. The demographic
composition of the sample, including gender, education levels, and tenure, is
analyzed. Using a Likert scale, the study measures academic performance based on
indicators such as passing rates, national examination grades, completion rates, and
alignment with national human resource development. Key challenges in academic
performance emerge, including poor grades and low completion rates. Analyzing
three financial management dimensions planning, coordination, and control through
regression techniques, the study finds that financial planning practices significantly
influence academic performance, while coordination and control practices exhibit
lesser impact. The research highlights disconnects between financial planning and
academic goals, misallocation of resources due to poor coordination, and insufficient
monitoring and auditing of spending practices. The study underscores the importance
of strategic financial planning aligned with academic objectives, efficient resource
coordination, and robust financial controls to enhance the academic environment.
The findings have implications for administrators, policymakers, and stakeholders
aiming to enhance academic outcomes through effective financial management.
Further research is recommended to explore additional factors influencing academic
performance in this context.