This master's thesis examines the influence of the personal values of students at the
University of Ljubljana on their inclination toward flexible forms of work. The research
is based on a review of Slovenian and international scholarly literature and an empirical
study conducted through a questionnaire among students and alumni of the University
of Ljubljana. The hypotheses were tested using appropriate statistical methods.
The results showed that work-life balance and personal growth were the value
dimensions most closely associated with an inclination toward flexible forms of work.
Students who place greater importance on personal growth and the effective
integration of different areas of life are more inclined toward flexible forms of work. The
analysis also revealed a positive association between autonomy and an inclination
toward flexible forms of work; however, its independent contribution was not
statistically significant when considered alongside the other value dimensions.
Financial stability was weakly but positively associated with an inclination toward
flexible forms of work; however, when considered alongside the other value
dimensions, it did not emerge as a statistically significant independent predictor.
The study contributes to a better understanding of young people's employment
preferences and provides a basis for further research into the role of personal values
in shaping preferences for flexible forms of work. The findings may serve as a useful
basis for employers, higher education institutions, and policymakers in developing
supportive, flexible, and inclusive work environments that are responsive to the needs
of young people. The findings should be interpreted in light of the study's limitations,
particularly those related to the characteristics of the sample and the data collection
method. Further research could examine the identified associations using larger and
more diverse samples and different research approaches to provide a more in-depth
understanding of the relationships between personal values and preferences for
flexible forms of work.
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