Predictive Validity of (KCSE) Mathematics Score on Financial Accounting Score of University Undergraduates at CUEA-Gaba Campus, Eldoret, Kenya

Abstract

This study sought to establish the predictive validity of KCSE mathematics score on financial accounting score of university undergraduates. The objective was to establish whether KCSE mathematics score contributes information that can predict financial accounting score of university undergraduates at CUEA- Gaba campus Eldoret. The study adopted a correlation research design. The target population for the study comprised of 45 students. 28 students were randomly selected from 45 students using simple random sampling. Document analysis guide was the main tool for data collection. Data was analysed using quantitative statistics. Correlation coefficient was calculated to determine the relationship between the scores and results presented using tables with the aid of SPSS. The study revealed that there is no significant relationship (r = 0.203) between the KCSE mathematics score and financial accounting score of university undergraduates. The study recommends that institutions of higher learning should admit students to accounting course based on many other factors other than their KCSE mathematics score.