Research Competencies among the Faculty Members of One Higher Educational Institution Inputs for Research Development Program

Research is one of the trifold functions of the university. However, doing research has always been a challenge among faculty members. This study aims to determine the research competencies among the faculty members, the motivating factors, and the issues and problems related to the conduct of research. This descriptive research was conducted among 150 faculty members from 10 colleges. Results revealed that respondents’ competencies were as practitioners in research conceptualization, formulation of research design, data collection, data and analysis and research utilization. Moreover, respondents were greatly motivated to undertake research with the potential to learn new things, to make a positive contribution to society or their community, and to advance their careers. However, faculty members’ class schedules and occasional lack of motivation were the frequent obstacles and issues in pursuing research. Interestingly, there is a significant relationship between research competencies and the factors that motivate researchers. Practical Implication was implied as a faculty research development plan was crafted based on the result of the study.

Keywords – research competencies, motivating factors, issues and problems, faculty members, research development plan