BETWEEN STUDY AND WORK: THE IMPACT OF TIME MANAGEMENT AND STRESS ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE

Abstract

This study aims to examine the impact of time management and work stress on the academic performance of students who balance study and work responsibilities. In the current era, many university students choose to work while pursuing their education to gain experience and financial independence. However, this dual role often creates time limitations, fatigue, and stress that can influence students’ academic achievements.
This research adopts a quantitative approach using a Likert-scale questionnaire distributed to working students at Universitas Pamulang. Data will be analyzed using multiple regression and mediation testing through the Sobel test or SEM-PLS. The expected results suggest that good time management positively affects academic performance, while work-related stress has a negative impact. Furthermore, maintaining a healthy work-life balance is expected to mediate these relationships.
This study contributes both theoretically and practically to understanding how time management and stress affect the academic performance of working students, helping universities and students improve balance between education and work life.