Factors Affecting Meeting Effectiveness at Kasetsart University, Kamphaeng Saen Campus

Abstract

This research aimed to: 1) study motivation, participation, and meeting effectiveness at Kasetsart University, Kamphaeng Saen Campus; 2) examine the factors influencing the effectiveness of meetings at Kasetsart University, Kamphaeng Saen Campus; and 3) provide recommendations for improving and developing the meeting process at the university. The sample group consisted of 338 personnel from Kasetsart University, Kamphaeng Saen Campus, selected using purposive sampling. Data were collected through questionnaires. The statistical methods used for data analysis included percentage, mean, standard deviation, and stepwise multiple regression analysis.The research findings revealed that: 1) The overall level of motivation to attend meetings was high. Overall participation in meetings was also high, and the overall effectiveness of the meetings was at the highest level. 2) The factors that significantly influenced the effectiveness of meetings at Kasetsart University, Kamphaeng Saen Campus, based on the results of multiple regression analysis, included three aspects of participation: information reception, support, and action. Together, these factors could predict 61.8% of the variance in meeting effectiveness. And 3) Recommendations for improving and developing the meeting process include focusing on systematic meeting planning, with clearly defined goals, objectives, and expected outcomes. Agendas should be aligned with the university's strategies. It is recommended to promote the use of technology to disseminate meeting summaries in an easily understandable format, encourage staff to propose agenda items or discussion points, and organize activities or use tools to facilitate brainstorming before, during, and after meetings. A follow-up system should also be established to monitor the implementation of meeting resolutions.