HUBUNGAN SELF-EFFICACY DENGAN KESIAPAN KERJA MAHASISWA PESERTA MSIB (MAGANG & STUDI INDEPENDEN BERSERTIFIKAT)

The advent of the Industrial Revolution 4.0 has precipitated significant
transformations in the global landscape of employment. In response to this shift, the
government has introduced the Certified Internship & Independent Study (MSIB) program with
the objective of enhancing student preparedness for the workforce. It is of significant
importance for students who will be participating in the internship program to develop both
soft and mental skills in addition to their technical competencies. The objective of this study is
to examine the relationship between self-efficacy and work readiness in students participating
in the MSIB program. The research method employed is quantitative, utilizing a survey
approach. The sample consisted of 223 students participating in MSIB Batch 6 for the period
between February 16 and June 30, 2024, who were selected through accidental sampling. The
instruments utilized were the General Self-Efficacy Scale and the Work Readiness Scale. The
results demonstrated a statistically significant positive correlation between self-efficacy and
work readiness among MSIB Batch 6 students (r = 0.175; p < 0.01). The higher the level of
self-efficacy exhibited by students, the more prepared them are to navigate the professional
world of work. These findings suggest that fostering self-efficacy through training or practical
experience, such as that provided by the government in collaboration with industry partners
and academic institutions through the MSIB program, can enhance students' overall work
readiness.