Financial self-efficacy: a determinant of financial inclusion
OUTPUT TYPE: Journal Article
PUBLICATION YEAR: 2017
TITLE AUTHOR(S): R.Mindra, M.Moya, L.T.Zuze, O.Kodongo
KEYWORDS: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, PERSONAL EFFICACY
DEPARTMENT: Equitable Education and Economies (IED)
Print: HSRC Library: shelf number 9808
HANDLE: 20.500.11910/10965
URI: http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11910/10965
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Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to examine the relationship between financial self-efficacy (FSE) and financial inclusion (FI) among individual financial consumers in Uganda. Using a quantitative approach and cross-sectional research design, a sample of 400 individuals from urban Central and rural Northern Uganda was drawn. SPSS and AMOS- 21, regression analysis and structural equation models were used to establish the hypothesized relationship between FSE and FI. The results suggest a strong positive and significant relationship between FSE and FI. The results further suggest that other variables which were controlled for, such as age and gender, had significant influence on an individuals' usage of formal financial services. The study was assessed using both potential and actual consumers of financial services collectively. However, if separately assessed, possibly there would be a variation in behavioral responses toward FI. Formal financial service providers need to enhance individuals' levels of confidence in management of finances and utilization of formal financial products and services, so that the financial consumers can realize the changes in financial behavior and consequently FI. The enhancement of individuals' level of confidence in evaluating the available financial service options will guide them to take financial decisions that will improve their livelihood.-
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