Table 5 Weighted z –scores for all participants and for practice owners and non-owners
Attribute | Overall mean score | Owner (n= 465) | Non-owner (n=468) |
|---|---|---|---|
Ethical | 3.74 | 3.74 | 3.74 |
Sound Judgment | 3.54 | 3.63 | 3.46 |
Communication | 3.53 | 3.46 | 3.67 |
Critical and Creative Thinking | 3.45 | 3.47 | 3.51 |
Personal Management Skills | 3.02 | 3.10 | 2.95 |
Empathy | 3.01 | 2.96 | 3.08 |
Collaboration | 2.74 | 2.82 | 2.88 |
Self-Initiated Learning | 2.71 | 2.74 | 2.73 |
Leadership/Mentoring | 2.48 | 2.45 | 2.46 |
Altruism | 2.47 | 2.32 | 2.31 |
Knowledge of the Veterinary Profession | 2.32 | 2.30 | 2.21 |