Time Management Practices and Their Impact on Academic Performance Among Medical Students

Abstract

This cross‑sectional descriptive study, conducted in December 2025, examined student perceptions of time‑management strategies and their relationship to academic challenges. A total of 267 valid responses were collected using a structured questionnaire assessing planning behaviors, stress management, and academic performance. Results indicated that many students reported insufficient daily planning (68%), limited weekly and monthly organization (48% and 66%, respectively), and frequent procrastination (66%). Poor planning was strongly associated with perceived academic decline (74%), while sleep deprivation was identified as a major factor negatively affecting performance (86%). Despite these difficulties, most students expressed commitment to meeting deadlines (76%) and acknowledged the need to improve their time‑management skills (88%). The findings provide a clear overview of prevailing practices and perceptions, emphasizing the central role of time management in shaping academic experiences. This study highlights the importance of addressing time‑management challenges within higher education and offers evidence to guide interventions aimed at enhancing student performance and well‑being