E-commerce: A Study on the Online Purchasing behavior of Generation Y in Malaysia

Tan, Su Han (2009) E-commerce: A Study on the Online Purchasing behavior of Generation Y in Malaysia. Masters thesis, INTI International University.

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Abstract

Purpose: This study is conducted aimed to discover the factors which will directly influence the Generation Y’s online purchasing behavior in Malaysia, as well as exploring their purchasing criteria while making online purchase. Background: Along with the growing internet usage in Malaysia, e-commerce in Malaysia is showing a promising trend. The issue of factors influencing consumer behavior regarding online purchasing has dealt with many researchers and it is interesting to determine what factors have an influence on customers’ online purchasing behavior. Method: Quantitative research method was conducted by distributing 150 questionnaire to the Gen-Yers in Malaysia who aged between 18 to 29 years old. Conclusion: The study revealed that factors which will influence Generation Y’s online purchasing behavior include gender, education level, purchasing power, internet usage and shopping experience. Meanwhile, the study also revealed that products that Generation Y in Malaysia are more willing to purchase through internet include entertainment tickets, travel related products/ services as well as books.

Item Type: Thesis (Masters)
Additional Information: MBA 6
Uncontrolled Keywords: E-commerce, online purchasing behavior, Generation Y, Online purchasing criteria
Subjects: H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > HD28 Management. Industrial Management
Divisions: Faculty of Law, Arts and Social Sciences > School of Business
Depositing User: Unnamed user with email masilah.mansor@newinti.edu.my
Date Deposited: 07 Nov 2016 03:28
Last Modified: 07 Nov 2016 03:28
URI: http://eprints.intimal.edu.my/id/eprint/547

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