Emerging Science Journal
Vol. 9 (2025): Special Issue "Emerging Trends, Challenges, and Innovative Practices in Education"

E-Service Quality and Loyalty Driving E-Satisfaction and E-WOM in Higher Education

Nguyen, Vi T. T. (Unknown)
Truong, Tue G. (Unknown)
Nguyen, Thanh D. (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
08 Dec 2025

Abstract

This study examines the influence of core e-service quality dimensions, information quality, website performance, and website confidentiality, on perceived emotional value, e-satisfaction, student loyalty, and electronic word-of-mouth (e-WOM) within the digital delivery of higher education services in Vietnam. Drawing upon the Stimulus–Organism–Response (SOR) framework, the Expectation–Confirmation Theory (ECT), and the Value-Based Adoption Model (VAM), this research investigates behavioral outcomes through psychological mediators. Data were collected from 311 university students with prior experience in using their universities’ electronic service platforms, including learning and academic management systems. Measurement scales were adapted from established studies, and data were analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS–SEM). The results reveal that e-service quality positively influences perceived emotional value, which subsequently drives e-satisfaction, student loyalty, and e-WOM. Furthermore, student loyalty reinforces e-WOM, underscoring the critical role of digital engagement in higher education. This study contributes to existing theory by integrating service quality dimensions, emotional responses, and behavioral intentions into a unified model. It also offers practical insights for enhancing student engagement, optimizing digital learning environments, and strengthening institutional reputation in today’s increasingly competitive digital education landscape.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ESJ

Publisher

Subject

Environmental Science

Description

Emerging Science Journal is not limited to a specific aspect of science and engineering but is instead devoted to a wide range of subfields in the engineering and sciences. While it encourages a broad spectrum of contribution in the engineering and sciences. Articles of interdisciplinary nature are ...