Effect of Mobility, Academic Programme, and Socio-Cultural Adoption on the Innovative Behaviour of International Students: Does Satisfaction Mediate?

Abstract

The primary objective of this study is to investigate the impact of factors such as international student mobility, academic programme, cultural exposure, and socio-cultural adaptation on the innovative behaviour of international students. This study is additionally intended to investigate the mediating role of international student satisfaction. This study aims to provide explanations and is conducted using a cross-sectional research design. Data was collected from international students at KSA for this purpose. The data was gathered from a questionnaire that was created based on previous research. A total of 195 responses were received and used for further analysis. The data was analysed using SPSS. The study's findings indicated that factors such as international student mobility, academic programme, cultural exposure, novelty seeking, and socio-cultural adaptation had a significant impact on satisfaction. Furthermore, satisfaction plays a crucial role in influencing innovation behaviour. Furthermore, the confirmation of the mediating role of international student satisfaction is also evident. This study offers valuable insights for policymakers and academics to inform future research.