... their command were accountable. Thus, the final sample of the analysis comprised a total of 231 respondents. We used partial least square modeling in order to test the hypotheses. Findings The study carried out in the professional field of graduates in Business studies shows us that of the five dimensions...

... to be effective. The transition from specialist to becoming a manager of specialists was often stressful. Only two people became managers as a direct result of undertaking business studies degree programmes. Research limitations/implications Specialists often acquire managerial responsibilities...