Bima Journal : Business, Management and Accounting Journal
Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025)

Impact of Financial Literacy, Investment Training, and Risk Attitudes on Investment Decisions: The Moderating Role of Self-Efficacy in Public University Students in Surabaya

Bhakti, Ilham Dio (Unknown)
Haryati, Tantina (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Dec 2025

Abstract

Purpose: This study aims to examine how financial literacy, investment training, and risk attitudes influence investment decisions among students of public universities in Surabaya, with self-efficacy as a moderating variable. Methodology: A quantitative approach was employed, with data collected from 100 students using a structured questionnaire. The data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS). Results: Financial literacy, investment training, and risk attitudes have a significant influence on investment decisions. Self-efficacy strengthens the influence of financial literacy and investment training on investment decisions but does not moderate the relationship between risk attitudes and investment decisions. Findings: The study highlights the role of self-efficacy as an important psychological factor that enhances financial decision-making among students. Novelty: This research introduces self-efficacy as a moderating variable, a relatively rare approach in studies exploring the relationship between financial literacy and investment decisions, especially among Indonesian students. Originality: The study presents a unique model that integrates cognitive, experiential, and psychological variables, emphasizing the significance of self-efficacy in financial behavior. Conclusion: The findings suggest that financial education programs should focus on enhancing self-efficacy to improve investment decision-making. Type of Paper: Empirical Research

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Journal Info

Abbrev

bima

Publisher

Subject

Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

BIMA Journal is a scientific communication media which is issued by PDM Bengkulu. It is the contribution to the development of social science, business, accounting, and economy which is divided into the English Language which contains research results, literature review, field cases, or concepts. ...