Table 2 Weighted z –scores for all participants and male vs. female respondents
Attribute | Overall mean score | ||
|---|---|---|---|
(n = 1312)* | Males (n = 519) | Females (n = 772) | |
Ethical | 3.74 | 3.73 | 3.75 |
Sound Judgment | 3.54 | 3.62 | 3.50 |
Communication | 3.53 | 3.43 | 3.60 |
Critical and Creative Thinking | 3.45 | 3.45 | 3.45 |
Personal Management Skills | 3.02 | 3.05 | 3.0 |
Empathy | 3.01 | 2.83 | 3.04 |
Collaboration | 2.74 | 2.83 | 2.87 |
Self-Initiated Learning | 2.71 | 2.75 | 2.60 |
Leadership/Mentoring | 2.48 | 2.56 | 2.43 |
Altruism | 2.47 | 2.34 | 2.36 |
Knowledge of the Veterinary Profession | 2.32 | 2.41 | 2.24 |