Motivations and Barriers to Part-Time Bachelor’s Study Among Insurance Professionals in Hong Kong

Abstract:

The factors driving and inhibiting insurance professionals in pursuing part-time bachelor’s degrees were investigated by this study. Methods: A mixed-methods approach was adopted with quantitative data from 317 questionnaire respondents and qualitative results founded on eight semi-structured interviews. Key findings revealed that internal drivers, in particular personal development, dominated external rewards in the form of salary. Increased motivation was observed among female and lower-income respondents. The most formidable obstacles were the preferred learning style, along with time and logistical constraints; monetary concerns and familial responsibility were less forceful. Statistical modeling confirmed that both motivation and barrier scores can powerfully predict enrollment intentions. The findings bring to light a gap between current provision of education and the needs of working professionals. The findings indicate that institutions of higher education will have to alter program format and learning modalities. It also requires concerted government support to further enhance accessibility, thereby boosting higher education engagement in the insurance sector.

Keywords:

barriers, further education, Hong Kong, insurance industry, motivation, working adults.

Citation: Wing Cheung TANG (2025). Motivations and Barriers to Part-Time Bachelor’s Study Among Insurance Professionals in Hong Kong. Horizon J. Hum. Soc. Sci. Res. 7 (2), 107–119. https://doi.org/10.37534/bp.jhssr.2025.v7.n2.id1322.p107