This document summarizes a study that assessed flexible working policies in Terengganu, Malaysia. The study examined differences between flexible working policies in the public and private sectors through interviews with HR managers from various organizations. A theoretical framework of work-home interaction was developed to identify if flexible working helps retain employees. The study found that while work-life balance policies exist in both public and private sectors, they are still at a minimal stage. Most HR managers interviewed did not have a strong understanding of flexible working policies. The study provided insights into applying flexible working in a different cultural context and its effects on work-home interaction.
DETERMINANTS OF SERVICE DELIVERY IN PUBLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN WEST POKOT COUNTYpaperpublications3
Abstract: The main purpose of this study was to analyse determinants of effective quality management. The specific objectives were to determine the effect of training on effective service delivery in public schools in West Pokot County, to determine the effect of leadership style on effective service delivery in public schools in West Pokot County, to evaluate the effect of employee remuneration on effective service delivery in public schools in West Pokot County and to determine the effect of employee motivation on effective service delivery in public schools in West Pokot County. The study adopted descriptive survey design to test the hypotheses. The target population for this study was 101 public primary schools. A sample of 28public schools was drawn from the population using stratified random sampling technique. A questionnaire and direct interview tools were used to gather data. Data collected was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The study findings revealed that there was a significant relationship between training, employee remuneration, leadership style and employee motivation, and service delivery in public primary schools. The study is significant to the head teachers, educational officers and government who appreciate and understand the determinants of service delivery in public schools in West Pokot County.
How Organizational Climate Influences Job Satisfaction in Educational Sector ...inventionjournals
The study aims in determining the organizational climate that would result in job satisfaction among academic staff in educational settings. Adequate literature on organizational climate and job satisfaction was reviewed. Findings results into the factors that contribute to shape culture, and its results into a framework, to encompass manifestations of organizational culture in relation to academic excellence. Further researchers can use this conceptual model to include few more pre cursors to outcomes to it, also this model can be tested empirically
THE ASSESSMENT OF THE FACTORS THAT IMPACT OF HUMAN RESOURCES PRACTICE ON JOB ...ijiert bestjournal
The summary review of this research work it is as follows here,the main purpose of this study is to analysis the assessment of the factors that impact of human resources practice on job satisfaction among the academics staffs of University College Insaniah. There are some factors that examined in this st udy work,which are:Mainly some factors influenced job satisfaction opportunity,human resources planning,recruitment and selections,compensations and performance appraisal. The staffs were obtained from the human resource department of the University for this purpose,it consist just view department,which are:Muamalat,Multimedia,Hospitality and others,the staffs consist of 45 Malaysian,1 Indonesian and 1 Bangladesh,and others 3 academics staffs. There were males and females staffs employed by In saniah. Primary data was used in this study,Primary data referred to information that is first obtained by the researcher on the variables of interest for specific purpose of the study. For the purpose of this study,primary data were obtained through t he distribution of questionnaire to all the academics staffs of Insaniah.
This document summarizes a study on the adoption of best human resource management (HRM) practices among private secondary schools in Kisumu County, Kenya. The study found that private schools have adopted some best HRM practices to varying degrees, including recruitment and selection, training, performance management, and communication. However, the document recommends that these practices be strengthened further to improve staff performance. It provides background on private schools in Kenya and discusses theories on how bundles of HRM practices can boost organizational performance when implemented together in a consistent way.
We use data from the Finnish polytechnic reform to distinguish between human capital
and signaling theories of the value of education. We find that the reform increased
earnings of the polytechnic graduates compared to those graduating from the same
schools before the reform, as predicted by both the human capital and the signaling
models. However, we also find that the relative earnings of vocational college graduates
decrease after polytechnic graduates start entering into the labor market. This finding is
inconsistent with the pure human capital model and can be interpreted as evidence
supporting the signaling model.
: Stress is an individual’s response to a disturbing factor in the environment, and the consequence of
such reaction. Stress obviously involves interaction of the person and environment. Teaching profession was
once viewed as the low stressed occupation in the world. Teachers were enjoying their profession due to the
freedom they had to implement their plans in their profession. They had enough time to prepare themselves to
handle the lessons
11.impact of hr practices on job satisfaction of university teacher evidence ...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a study that investigates the relationship between HR practices (compensation, performance evaluation, promotion, and empowerment) and job satisfaction among university teachers in Pakistan. A survey was administered to 100 university teachers. The results found that teacher satisfaction was not predicted by these HR practices, indicating there are other factors influencing satisfaction. The document provides background on job satisfaction in education and reviews literature linking various HR practices to satisfaction. It concludes by outlining four hypotheses predicting positive relationships between each HR practice and teacher job satisfaction.
Impact of hr practices on job satisfaction of university teacher evidence fro...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a study that investigates the relationship between HR practices (compensation, performance evaluation, promotion, and empowerment) and job satisfaction among university teachers in Pakistan. A survey was administered to 100 university teachers. The results found that teacher satisfaction was not predicted by these HR practices, indicating there are other factors influencing satisfaction. The document provides background on job satisfaction in education and reviews literature linking various HR practices to satisfaction. It concludes by outlining four hypotheses predicting positive relationships between each HR practice and teacher job satisfaction.
DETERMINANTS OF SERVICE DELIVERY IN PUBLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN WEST POKOT COUNTYpaperpublications3
Abstract: The main purpose of this study was to analyse determinants of effective quality management. The specific objectives were to determine the effect of training on effective service delivery in public schools in West Pokot County, to determine the effect of leadership style on effective service delivery in public schools in West Pokot County, to evaluate the effect of employee remuneration on effective service delivery in public schools in West Pokot County and to determine the effect of employee motivation on effective service delivery in public schools in West Pokot County. The study adopted descriptive survey design to test the hypotheses. The target population for this study was 101 public primary schools. A sample of 28public schools was drawn from the population using stratified random sampling technique. A questionnaire and direct interview tools were used to gather data. Data collected was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The study findings revealed that there was a significant relationship between training, employee remuneration, leadership style and employee motivation, and service delivery in public primary schools. The study is significant to the head teachers, educational officers and government who appreciate and understand the determinants of service delivery in public schools in West Pokot County.
How Organizational Climate Influences Job Satisfaction in Educational Sector ...inventionjournals
The study aims in determining the organizational climate that would result in job satisfaction among academic staff in educational settings. Adequate literature on organizational climate and job satisfaction was reviewed. Findings results into the factors that contribute to shape culture, and its results into a framework, to encompass manifestations of organizational culture in relation to academic excellence. Further researchers can use this conceptual model to include few more pre cursors to outcomes to it, also this model can be tested empirically
THE ASSESSMENT OF THE FACTORS THAT IMPACT OF HUMAN RESOURCES PRACTICE ON JOB ...ijiert bestjournal
The summary review of this research work it is as follows here,the main purpose of this study is to analysis the assessment of the factors that impact of human resources practice on job satisfaction among the academics staffs of University College Insaniah. There are some factors that examined in this st udy work,which are:Mainly some factors influenced job satisfaction opportunity,human resources planning,recruitment and selections,compensations and performance appraisal. The staffs were obtained from the human resource department of the University for this purpose,it consist just view department,which are:Muamalat,Multimedia,Hospitality and others,the staffs consist of 45 Malaysian,1 Indonesian and 1 Bangladesh,and others 3 academics staffs. There were males and females staffs employed by In saniah. Primary data was used in this study,Primary data referred to information that is first obtained by the researcher on the variables of interest for specific purpose of the study. For the purpose of this study,primary data were obtained through t he distribution of questionnaire to all the academics staffs of Insaniah.
This document summarizes a study on the adoption of best human resource management (HRM) practices among private secondary schools in Kisumu County, Kenya. The study found that private schools have adopted some best HRM practices to varying degrees, including recruitment and selection, training, performance management, and communication. However, the document recommends that these practices be strengthened further to improve staff performance. It provides background on private schools in Kenya and discusses theories on how bundles of HRM practices can boost organizational performance when implemented together in a consistent way.
We use data from the Finnish polytechnic reform to distinguish between human capital
and signaling theories of the value of education. We find that the reform increased
earnings of the polytechnic graduates compared to those graduating from the same
schools before the reform, as predicted by both the human capital and the signaling
models. However, we also find that the relative earnings of vocational college graduates
decrease after polytechnic graduates start entering into the labor market. This finding is
inconsistent with the pure human capital model and can be interpreted as evidence
supporting the signaling model.
: Stress is an individual’s response to a disturbing factor in the environment, and the consequence of
such reaction. Stress obviously involves interaction of the person and environment. Teaching profession was
once viewed as the low stressed occupation in the world. Teachers were enjoying their profession due to the
freedom they had to implement their plans in their profession. They had enough time to prepare themselves to
handle the lessons
11.impact of hr practices on job satisfaction of university teacher evidence ...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a study that investigates the relationship between HR practices (compensation, performance evaluation, promotion, and empowerment) and job satisfaction among university teachers in Pakistan. A survey was administered to 100 university teachers. The results found that teacher satisfaction was not predicted by these HR practices, indicating there are other factors influencing satisfaction. The document provides background on job satisfaction in education and reviews literature linking various HR practices to satisfaction. It concludes by outlining four hypotheses predicting positive relationships between each HR practice and teacher job satisfaction.
Impact of hr practices on job satisfaction of university teacher evidence fro...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a study that investigates the relationship between HR practices (compensation, performance evaluation, promotion, and empowerment) and job satisfaction among university teachers in Pakistan. A survey was administered to 100 university teachers. The results found that teacher satisfaction was not predicted by these HR practices, indicating there are other factors influencing satisfaction. The document provides background on job satisfaction in education and reviews literature linking various HR practices to satisfaction. It concludes by outlining four hypotheses predicting positive relationships between each HR practice and teacher job satisfaction.
The present study has been conducted to find out the
level of Job Satisfaction among the College Teachers of
Professional and Non- Professional Institution in Punjab and to
present their Comparative Position regarding the impact of Job
Satisfaction level on their Turnover Intentions.
Design/Methodology/Approach - To fulfill the objectives of the
study, 516 College Teachers (258 college teachers from
Professional Institutions and 258 College teachers from NonProfessional
Institution in Punjab) from representative 5 districts
(i.e., Amritsar, Bathinda, Jalandhar, Patiala, Ropar) out of 22
districts of Punjab were selected to constitute the sample.
Information from selected College Teachers was collected
through a questionnaire. The data was further analysed by using
statistical techniques.
Findings - The College Teachers of both Professional and NonProfessional
Institutions in Punjab were found to be approaching
high degree of satisfaction but College Teachers of NonProfessional
Institutions are having an edge over College
Teachers of Professional Institutions. Moreover, there exists a
significant negative correlation between Job Satisfaction and
Turnover intentions of College Teachers of both Professional and
Non-Professional Institutions of Punjab.
Originality/Value: The Paper recognizes the importance of
teaching fraternity in improving the educational level of the
society and furthering the overall interest of society.
Organisations both in the private and public sector across the globe rely on their workforce for optimum productivity which will in turn result to organisational efficiency. In this case, the need for ensuring employee job satisfaction becomes a matter of necessity to every organisation. Though, studies have been conducted by various researchers and scholars in this area, there is however the need to conduct more studies on job satisfaction and performance of an employee since the employees are believed to be an indispensable part of an organisation. Therefore, this study aims to examine the relationship between job satisfaction and performance of non-academic staff of Bauchi State University Gadau Nigeria (BASUG). Dissatisfaction is believed to be one of the major factors that demotivates and demoralise employee in the workplace which can result to lower productivity thereby affecting the overall performance of the organisation. Consequently an aggregate of two hundred and seventy questionnaires were distributed non- academic staff of BASUG based on systematic random sampling and data collected is analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The outcome of the analysis depicts that there is positive and significant relationship between job satisfactions on the performance of non- academic staff of the University. The study will serve as a policy guide to the management of the Nigerian Universities in areas relating to employee performance improvement through job satisfaction and it will also further make an impetus the field of organisational behaviour and human resource management
This document summarizes a study that investigated the determinants of training and development practices in small and medium manufacturing enterprises (SMEs) in Japan. The study found that the attitude of the owner/manager and level of organizational support for training were the key determinants of training intensity in Japanese SMEs. The document provides background on SMEs and training in Japan, reviews literature on factors that influence training practices in SMEs, and presents the conceptual framework and hypotheses that guided the study. These included hypotheses that firm size and age are positively related to training intensity, and that ownership structure may impact training practices.
Education for entrepreneurship_in_nursinMarvin Pulao
Entrepreneurship education is being integrated into nursing programs to prepare nurses for the changing healthcare system. The document discusses different types of entrepreneurship including social entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship. It presents the strategy used by one UK university to integrate entrepreneurship education into its pre-registration nursing program. Key stages included helping nursing faculty understand the relevance to nursing and translating business concepts into nursing terminology to overcome initial rejection of the topic.
A modelling framework on factors to determine job performance among frontline...Alexander Decker
This document presents a proposed framework to model factors that influence job performance among frontline employees in the Malaysian hotel industry. The framework includes two independent variables (transformational leadership and emotional intelligence) and two mediating variables (organizational commitment and communication satisfaction). Thirteen hypotheses will be tested regarding the relationships between these factors and job performance. The study aims to test the validity and reliability of this model through a pilot study. A literature review covers previous research on job performance and how it relates to transformational leadership, emotional intelligence, organizational commitment, and communication satisfaction.
Effectiveness of staff retention strategies in Zimbabwe’s public and private ...Premier Publishers
This paper critiqued the effectiveness of staff retention strategies in Zimbabwe’s public and private universities from the Returnee Lecturers’ perspective. It employed criterion sampling to select the participants. Open-ended interview method was used to gather data. Data analysis was done using NVivo. The study established that given the current macro-economic environment obtaining in Zimbabwe, both monetary and non-monetary strategies complement each other in retaining staff in the studied universities, although non-monetary strategies tend to be more effective in the long run. The effectiveness of particular staff retention strategies such as salaries, allowances, tuition waiver, and provision of accommodation, staff development and research and career development opportunities, and provision of adequate and appropriate resources were found to be of varying degrees in public and private universities. It concluded that the effectiveness of monetary and non-monetary strategies to retain staff in both sets of the universities is circumstantial. Another study’s conclusion was that the effectiveness of staff retention strategies in the universities is negatively impacted on by lack of knowledge and information about staff retention. The study recommended that universities should increase opportunities for career growth, staff development, research and post-doctoral research fellowships to recognise, motivate and retain lecturers.
This document summarizes a study that examined the relationship between job satisfaction (intrinsic and extrinsic) and organizational citizenship behavior (OCBI and OCBO) among employees at higher learning institutions in Malaysia. The study reviewed literature on OCB and job satisfaction, and developed hypotheses that intrinsic and extrinsic job satisfaction would both positively correlate with OCBI and OCBO. Surveys of employees were conducted to measure the variables and analyze their relationships. The findings and implications for understanding how job satisfaction impacts extra-role behaviors in educational organizations were then discussed.
Development Strategy For Smes Through Product Differentiation And Government Regulations With Working Capital As Moderating Variable : Case Study In Semarang City Indonesia
This document discusses a study on the quality of work life (QWL) among women employees working in private sector banks in Gobichettipalayam, India. It conducted interviews of 50 women employees across age groups and designations to understand their perceptions of QWL factors like compensation, benefits, work-life balance, opportunities for growth. The results found that QWL was satisfactory overall but varied between banks. Some factors like training and benefits scored lower. The study aims to help banks improve these aspects and better support women employees.
The Impact of Working Conditions on Academic Staff Turnover at Africa Univers...Reason Masengu
The document analyzes a study that assessed the impact of working conditions on academic staff turnover at Africa University in Zimbabwe. It found that working conditions were unfavorable, with leadership seen as insensitive and unsupportive of work schedules. This led to situations where academic staff left the university at the earliest opportunity due to factors like lack of perceived organizational support, inadequate performance management, heavy workloads limiting research time, and lack of input in decision making. The study concluded that improving working conditions could help reduce staff turnover at the university.
A critical examination of recruitment strategy in india and nigeriaAlexander Decker
This document discusses recruitment strategies in India and Nigeria. It examines how recruitment differs between the two countries based on their socio-cultural backgrounds. The summary is:
1) India's civil service recruitment is based on qualifications and merit, making it more efficient. Nigeria's emphasizes quota systems like federal character principles, compromising merit.
2) The author recommends that the civil service commissions in both countries be given more autonomy to discharge their functions effectively without political influence.
3) The document analyzes problems with recruitment in India such as determining which authority should appoint officials and whether to recruit internally or externally.
Double for Nothing? Experimental Evidence on an Unconditional TeacherSalary I...Wildan Maulana
This document summarizes a study that examines the impact of a large unconditional increase in teacher salaries in Indonesia. The study uses a randomized controlled trial across 360 schools to test the effects of accelerating access to a certification program that doubled teacher salaries. The findings show that the salary increase significantly improved teacher satisfaction and reduced financial stress, but had no meaningful impact on student learning outcomes after two or three years, despite being precisely estimated. The results suggest that unconditional pay increases alone may not improve productivity or effort among incumbent public sector employees.
Many organizations and institutions are struggling to survive in a business and market environment
which is volatile and fierce, and thus they are doing everything within their means in their quest to keep the
motivation levels of their staff high and to ensure an increase in their competitiveness and an improvement in
performance. Several studies indicate that improved employee performance gives organizations an age over and
above the others in the same business
This document summarizes a research paper on factors that influence firm value in property and real estate companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The research examines the effect of four company characteristics - managerial ownership, capital structure, firm size, and profitability (return on assets) - on firm value, as measured by price-to-book value. Thirty property and real estate companies from 2010 to 2012 were included in the sample. The results of the multiple regression analysis showed that managerial ownership, firm size, and return on assets had a significant positive effect on firm value, while capital structure did not have a significant effect.
This document summarizes and analyzes previous research on the relationship between education, health, and employment in Pakistan. It discusses six studies that examined the impact of factors like gender, education levels, health status, and health insurance on labor force participation and employment outcomes. The current study aims to further analyze the long-term and short-term effects of education, health expenditures, and other variables on employment in Pakistan using time series data from 1972 to 2010 and cointegration analysis methods like Johansen cointegration tests and vector error correction models. It highlights the importance of increasing education spending, enrollment rates, and health sector funding to promote employment in Pakistan.
The document reviews several studies on welfare measures provided by companies in India. It summarizes the findings of studies by KIRABAKARAN (1983) on welfare facilities at Dunlop India Ltd, and by S.KUMAR (1993) on welfare measures at AFT Ltd. It also discusses analyses by JOHRI C.K AND SHARMA D.I (1968) and R.NAJEED (1996) on aspects of labor welfare. Further studies addressed in the review include ones by K.Srikanth (2004) on occupational health and employee well-being, and S.K.SRIVASTRA (2004) on the impact of welfare on employee attitudes and job satisfaction.
A Study on the Job Satisfaction of Primary School Teachers in Purasaiwakkam A...Dr. Amarjeet Singh
The education is the primary backbone for the
development of any nation in the world. It is a powerful tool
which is basis for everything in the society. For provide
education to all, the schools and its teacher’s plays important
role in building the nation. In view of this context, the satisfied
teachers in the school can give better education to students
rather than dissatisfied teachers. By viewing this as the
research focus, this article focuses on the study on the
importance of teachers' job satisfaction, It is required to
understand the overall teachers' work attitude and work
behavior. The paper reviews several factors to ascertain the
factors influencing job satisfaction of teacher. The study uses
both primary and secondary data. The secondary data were
collected various journals and websites. The Primary data
were collected by making use of structured questionnaires.
The 30 primary school teachers from Helan Sathya Primary
School, CSI Primary School and Government Primary School
were chosen by convenience sampling method for the study.
The questionnaire containing 25 questions with six attributes
each. The questionnaire begins with five questions about socio
demographic status following with 20 questions with four
dimensions namely Career, Colleagues, School and Livelihood.
Simple percentage analysis is used to analysis the data. The
study finding concludes physical Working Condition, Student
interaction, Students IQ, Student Curiosity, Eagerness to learn
are some of the concerns of a teacher in teaching. Recognition
for Extra Work, clearly defined promotion policies and Salary
held a teacher work according to the
philosophy/vision/mission/strategy of the management,
Teachers works are at times are Challenging & Interesting but
on the whole when the management takes of the teachers
better, the children are taken care of better. It is suggested
that a study can be done among higher secondary school
teachers and college teachers.
The Rayon Office On Of Sub District, So The Head Of Rayon Office Receipt Part Of Authority Delegated From Sub District, And The Sub District Receipt Part Of Authority Delegated From The Local Government.
This document discusses flexibility and work-life balance. It defines flexibility as an organization's ability to adapt its workforce inputs. It examines models of flexibility proposed by Atkinson and Handy, and discusses how flexibility relates to concepts like the psychological contract and border theory. The document also identifies different forms of flexibility and initiatives organizations use to support work-life balance, discussing the business case and implementation challenges of flexibility and work-life balance programs.
The efficacy of retirement plans and flexible scheduling in improving the qua...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a study that examined the effects of retirement plans and flexible scheduling on service delivery among civil servants in Nandi South, Kenya. A survey of 350 employees found that retirement plans had a significant positive relationship with service delivery, while flexible scheduling was also positively associated with service delivery. Regression analysis confirmed that both retirement plans and flexible scheduling had significant effects on service delivery. The study concluded that implementing retirement plans and policies supporting flexible scheduling can improve service delivery in the public sector.
The present study has been conducted to find out the
level of Job Satisfaction among the College Teachers of
Professional and Non- Professional Institution in Punjab and to
present their Comparative Position regarding the impact of Job
Satisfaction level on their Turnover Intentions.
Design/Methodology/Approach - To fulfill the objectives of the
study, 516 College Teachers (258 college teachers from
Professional Institutions and 258 College teachers from NonProfessional
Institution in Punjab) from representative 5 districts
(i.e., Amritsar, Bathinda, Jalandhar, Patiala, Ropar) out of 22
districts of Punjab were selected to constitute the sample.
Information from selected College Teachers was collected
through a questionnaire. The data was further analysed by using
statistical techniques.
Findings - The College Teachers of both Professional and NonProfessional
Institutions in Punjab were found to be approaching
high degree of satisfaction but College Teachers of NonProfessional
Institutions are having an edge over College
Teachers of Professional Institutions. Moreover, there exists a
significant negative correlation between Job Satisfaction and
Turnover intentions of College Teachers of both Professional and
Non-Professional Institutions of Punjab.
Originality/Value: The Paper recognizes the importance of
teaching fraternity in improving the educational level of the
society and furthering the overall interest of society.
Organisations both in the private and public sector across the globe rely on their workforce for optimum productivity which will in turn result to organisational efficiency. In this case, the need for ensuring employee job satisfaction becomes a matter of necessity to every organisation. Though, studies have been conducted by various researchers and scholars in this area, there is however the need to conduct more studies on job satisfaction and performance of an employee since the employees are believed to be an indispensable part of an organisation. Therefore, this study aims to examine the relationship between job satisfaction and performance of non-academic staff of Bauchi State University Gadau Nigeria (BASUG). Dissatisfaction is believed to be one of the major factors that demotivates and demoralise employee in the workplace which can result to lower productivity thereby affecting the overall performance of the organisation. Consequently an aggregate of two hundred and seventy questionnaires were distributed non- academic staff of BASUG based on systematic random sampling and data collected is analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The outcome of the analysis depicts that there is positive and significant relationship between job satisfactions on the performance of non- academic staff of the University. The study will serve as a policy guide to the management of the Nigerian Universities in areas relating to employee performance improvement through job satisfaction and it will also further make an impetus the field of organisational behaviour and human resource management
This document summarizes a study that investigated the determinants of training and development practices in small and medium manufacturing enterprises (SMEs) in Japan. The study found that the attitude of the owner/manager and level of organizational support for training were the key determinants of training intensity in Japanese SMEs. The document provides background on SMEs and training in Japan, reviews literature on factors that influence training practices in SMEs, and presents the conceptual framework and hypotheses that guided the study. These included hypotheses that firm size and age are positively related to training intensity, and that ownership structure may impact training practices.
Education for entrepreneurship_in_nursinMarvin Pulao
Entrepreneurship education is being integrated into nursing programs to prepare nurses for the changing healthcare system. The document discusses different types of entrepreneurship including social entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship. It presents the strategy used by one UK university to integrate entrepreneurship education into its pre-registration nursing program. Key stages included helping nursing faculty understand the relevance to nursing and translating business concepts into nursing terminology to overcome initial rejection of the topic.
A modelling framework on factors to determine job performance among frontline...Alexander Decker
This document presents a proposed framework to model factors that influence job performance among frontline employees in the Malaysian hotel industry. The framework includes two independent variables (transformational leadership and emotional intelligence) and two mediating variables (organizational commitment and communication satisfaction). Thirteen hypotheses will be tested regarding the relationships between these factors and job performance. The study aims to test the validity and reliability of this model through a pilot study. A literature review covers previous research on job performance and how it relates to transformational leadership, emotional intelligence, organizational commitment, and communication satisfaction.
Effectiveness of staff retention strategies in Zimbabwe’s public and private ...Premier Publishers
This paper critiqued the effectiveness of staff retention strategies in Zimbabwe’s public and private universities from the Returnee Lecturers’ perspective. It employed criterion sampling to select the participants. Open-ended interview method was used to gather data. Data analysis was done using NVivo. The study established that given the current macro-economic environment obtaining in Zimbabwe, both monetary and non-monetary strategies complement each other in retaining staff in the studied universities, although non-monetary strategies tend to be more effective in the long run. The effectiveness of particular staff retention strategies such as salaries, allowances, tuition waiver, and provision of accommodation, staff development and research and career development opportunities, and provision of adequate and appropriate resources were found to be of varying degrees in public and private universities. It concluded that the effectiveness of monetary and non-monetary strategies to retain staff in both sets of the universities is circumstantial. Another study’s conclusion was that the effectiveness of staff retention strategies in the universities is negatively impacted on by lack of knowledge and information about staff retention. The study recommended that universities should increase opportunities for career growth, staff development, research and post-doctoral research fellowships to recognise, motivate and retain lecturers.
This document summarizes a study that examined the relationship between job satisfaction (intrinsic and extrinsic) and organizational citizenship behavior (OCBI and OCBO) among employees at higher learning institutions in Malaysia. The study reviewed literature on OCB and job satisfaction, and developed hypotheses that intrinsic and extrinsic job satisfaction would both positively correlate with OCBI and OCBO. Surveys of employees were conducted to measure the variables and analyze their relationships. The findings and implications for understanding how job satisfaction impacts extra-role behaviors in educational organizations were then discussed.
Development Strategy For Smes Through Product Differentiation And Government Regulations With Working Capital As Moderating Variable : Case Study In Semarang City Indonesia
This document discusses a study on the quality of work life (QWL) among women employees working in private sector banks in Gobichettipalayam, India. It conducted interviews of 50 women employees across age groups and designations to understand their perceptions of QWL factors like compensation, benefits, work-life balance, opportunities for growth. The results found that QWL was satisfactory overall but varied between banks. Some factors like training and benefits scored lower. The study aims to help banks improve these aspects and better support women employees.
The Impact of Working Conditions on Academic Staff Turnover at Africa Univers...Reason Masengu
The document analyzes a study that assessed the impact of working conditions on academic staff turnover at Africa University in Zimbabwe. It found that working conditions were unfavorable, with leadership seen as insensitive and unsupportive of work schedules. This led to situations where academic staff left the university at the earliest opportunity due to factors like lack of perceived organizational support, inadequate performance management, heavy workloads limiting research time, and lack of input in decision making. The study concluded that improving working conditions could help reduce staff turnover at the university.
A critical examination of recruitment strategy in india and nigeriaAlexander Decker
This document discusses recruitment strategies in India and Nigeria. It examines how recruitment differs between the two countries based on their socio-cultural backgrounds. The summary is:
1) India's civil service recruitment is based on qualifications and merit, making it more efficient. Nigeria's emphasizes quota systems like federal character principles, compromising merit.
2) The author recommends that the civil service commissions in both countries be given more autonomy to discharge their functions effectively without political influence.
3) The document analyzes problems with recruitment in India such as determining which authority should appoint officials and whether to recruit internally or externally.
Double for Nothing? Experimental Evidence on an Unconditional TeacherSalary I...Wildan Maulana
This document summarizes a study that examines the impact of a large unconditional increase in teacher salaries in Indonesia. The study uses a randomized controlled trial across 360 schools to test the effects of accelerating access to a certification program that doubled teacher salaries. The findings show that the salary increase significantly improved teacher satisfaction and reduced financial stress, but had no meaningful impact on student learning outcomes after two or three years, despite being precisely estimated. The results suggest that unconditional pay increases alone may not improve productivity or effort among incumbent public sector employees.
Many organizations and institutions are struggling to survive in a business and market environment
which is volatile and fierce, and thus they are doing everything within their means in their quest to keep the
motivation levels of their staff high and to ensure an increase in their competitiveness and an improvement in
performance. Several studies indicate that improved employee performance gives organizations an age over and
above the others in the same business
This document summarizes a research paper on factors that influence firm value in property and real estate companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The research examines the effect of four company characteristics - managerial ownership, capital structure, firm size, and profitability (return on assets) - on firm value, as measured by price-to-book value. Thirty property and real estate companies from 2010 to 2012 were included in the sample. The results of the multiple regression analysis showed that managerial ownership, firm size, and return on assets had a significant positive effect on firm value, while capital structure did not have a significant effect.
This document summarizes and analyzes previous research on the relationship between education, health, and employment in Pakistan. It discusses six studies that examined the impact of factors like gender, education levels, health status, and health insurance on labor force participation and employment outcomes. The current study aims to further analyze the long-term and short-term effects of education, health expenditures, and other variables on employment in Pakistan using time series data from 1972 to 2010 and cointegration analysis methods like Johansen cointegration tests and vector error correction models. It highlights the importance of increasing education spending, enrollment rates, and health sector funding to promote employment in Pakistan.
The document reviews several studies on welfare measures provided by companies in India. It summarizes the findings of studies by KIRABAKARAN (1983) on welfare facilities at Dunlop India Ltd, and by S.KUMAR (1993) on welfare measures at AFT Ltd. It also discusses analyses by JOHRI C.K AND SHARMA D.I (1968) and R.NAJEED (1996) on aspects of labor welfare. Further studies addressed in the review include ones by K.Srikanth (2004) on occupational health and employee well-being, and S.K.SRIVASTRA (2004) on the impact of welfare on employee attitudes and job satisfaction.
A Study on the Job Satisfaction of Primary School Teachers in Purasaiwakkam A...Dr. Amarjeet Singh
The education is the primary backbone for the
development of any nation in the world. It is a powerful tool
which is basis for everything in the society. For provide
education to all, the schools and its teacher’s plays important
role in building the nation. In view of this context, the satisfied
teachers in the school can give better education to students
rather than dissatisfied teachers. By viewing this as the
research focus, this article focuses on the study on the
importance of teachers' job satisfaction, It is required to
understand the overall teachers' work attitude and work
behavior. The paper reviews several factors to ascertain the
factors influencing job satisfaction of teacher. The study uses
both primary and secondary data. The secondary data were
collected various journals and websites. The Primary data
were collected by making use of structured questionnaires.
The 30 primary school teachers from Helan Sathya Primary
School, CSI Primary School and Government Primary School
were chosen by convenience sampling method for the study.
The questionnaire containing 25 questions with six attributes
each. The questionnaire begins with five questions about socio
demographic status following with 20 questions with four
dimensions namely Career, Colleagues, School and Livelihood.
Simple percentage analysis is used to analysis the data. The
study finding concludes physical Working Condition, Student
interaction, Students IQ, Student Curiosity, Eagerness to learn
are some of the concerns of a teacher in teaching. Recognition
for Extra Work, clearly defined promotion policies and Salary
held a teacher work according to the
philosophy/vision/mission/strategy of the management,
Teachers works are at times are Challenging & Interesting but
on the whole when the management takes of the teachers
better, the children are taken care of better. It is suggested
that a study can be done among higher secondary school
teachers and college teachers.
The Rayon Office On Of Sub District, So The Head Of Rayon Office Receipt Part Of Authority Delegated From Sub District, And The Sub District Receipt Part Of Authority Delegated From The Local Government.
This document discusses flexibility and work-life balance. It defines flexibility as an organization's ability to adapt its workforce inputs. It examines models of flexibility proposed by Atkinson and Handy, and discusses how flexibility relates to concepts like the psychological contract and border theory. The document also identifies different forms of flexibility and initiatives organizations use to support work-life balance, discussing the business case and implementation challenges of flexibility and work-life balance programs.
The efficacy of retirement plans and flexible scheduling in improving the qua...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a study that examined the effects of retirement plans and flexible scheduling on service delivery among civil servants in Nandi South, Kenya. A survey of 350 employees found that retirement plans had a significant positive relationship with service delivery, while flexible scheduling was also positively associated with service delivery. Regression analysis confirmed that both retirement plans and flexible scheduling had significant effects on service delivery. The study concluded that implementing retirement plans and policies supporting flexible scheduling can improve service delivery in the public sector.
Flexible scheduling, retirement plans and service delivery amongAlexander Decker
This study examined the effects of flexible scheduling and retirement plans on service delivery among civil servants in Nandi South, Kenya. A survey of 350 employees found that retirement plans had a significant positive relationship with service delivery. Flexible scheduling was also positively associated with service delivery. Regression analysis confirmed that both retirement plans and flexible scheduling significantly predicted levels of service delivery. The study concluded that flexible scheduling and adequate retirement plans enhance service delivery by civil servants.
Factors Influencing Employee Retention at Meru University of Science and Tech...iosrjce
IOSR Journal of Business and Management (IOSR-JBM) is a double blind peer reviewed International Journal that provides rapid publication (within a month) of articles in all areas of business and managemant and its applications. The journal welcomes publications of high quality papers on theoretical developments and practical applications inbusiness and management. Original research papers, state-of-the-art reviews, and high quality technical notes are invited for publications
Work life balance through flexi work arrangements empirical study on bank emp...iaemedu
This document discusses work-life balance among bank employees in India. It finds that most bank employees, especially married women, struggle to balance work and family responsibilities. Implementing flexible work arrangements, like flexible hours and compressed work weeks, could help employees better manage their work and personal lives. The study also found flexible work arrangements were correlated with increased employee performance. The document recommends flexible work arrangements to improve work-life balance and motivation among bank employees.
Read The King Company Background and Human Resource Develo.docxdanas19
Read
The King Company Background
and
Human Resource Development
to review information on the company.
Address the following questions in an essay format which includes an introduction and conclusion (not a Q & A format):
As an HR consultant, design a process for the King Company to analyze what changes are needed in their HRD procedures, policies, and practices to improve the development of employees. Discuss the process you would follow and why you selected those process steps.
Be sure to bring in what you have learned from your change management, internal consulting, and organizational development readings.
Provide private-sector employer examples of HRM programs, systems, processes, and/or procedures as you address the assignment requirements. Provide names of the employers in your examples. Use different employer examples in this course than what have been used previously in your other papers and courses.
Utilize information from
at least 2 sources from the Online Library
to help strengthen and validate your discussion.
Paper length:
3–4 pages
(not counting the cover and reference pages).
Journal 1
Editorial introduction: An introduction to employer engagement in the field of HRM.
Blending social policy and HRM research in promoting vulnerable groups’ labour market participation Rik van Berkel, Utrecht School of Governance, Utrecht University, The Netherlands Jo Ingold , Leeds University Business School, UK Patrick McGurk, University of Greenwich Business School, UK Paul Boselie, Utrecht School of Governance, Utrecht University, The Netherlands Thomas Bredgaard, Department of Political Science, University of Aalborg, Denmark Human Resource Management Journal, Vol 27, no 4, 2017, pages 503–513 Contact: Dr. Rik van Berkel, Utrecht University, Bijlhouwerstraat 6, 3511ZC Utrecht, Netherlands. Email:
[email protected]
INTRODUCTION HRM and vulnerable groups
The aim of this special issue, and our challenge to HRM scholars and practitioners, is to bring vulnerable labour market groups into the mainstream of HRM. In doing so, this special issue introduces the relatively novel concept of “employer engagement.” We define employer engagement as the active involvement of employers in addressing the societal challenge of promoting the labour market participation of vulnerable groups. Since its origins in the early 1980s (Paauwe, 2009), the discipline of HRM has focused on the added value of human resources, human capital, and employees. It does so largely with a focus on the HRM of core employees, in terms of high-skill workers, managers, and specialist functions within large multinational companies (Keegan and Boselie, 2006; Lewin, 2011). A focus on the “most valuable employees” is also visible in the emphasis on talent management in strategic HRM theory and practice, with the potential consequence of reproducing distinctions between groups of workers (Lepak and Snell, 2002). Comparatively, HRM in relation to “vulnerable worke.
Employers, employees, and governments all have aims regarding employment relations. Employers aim to maximize profitability and survival, employees aim to maximize earnings and job satisfaction, and governments aim for economic development and stability. The world of work is changing due to globalization, increased competition, reduced hierarchy, flexibility, diversity, work-life balance policies, and a focus on individual rights. Effective employment and industrial relations are important for business success through high productivity, profitability, and avoiding legal costs.
The document discusses moonlighting, or holding multiple jobs simultaneously, in the IT industry. It provides background on how moonlighting has increased due to remote work flexibility and the need for employees to supplement their income or advance their careers. The document then examines the ethics of moonlighting from the perspectives of both employees and employers. It discusses the theoretical frameworks of social exchange theory and the attitudes and alternatives model in understanding employee engagement, satisfaction, and withdrawal behaviors like moonlighting. Key assumptions are presented regarding the relationships between job satisfaction, intentions to moonlight, and the motivations for taking a second job such as increased pay or a denied promotion.
FLEXIBLE WORK ARRANGEMENT INITIATIVES AND COMMITMENT OUTCOME OF SELECTED TECH...IAEME Publication
There have been dramatic changes in workforce demographics over the past few decades affecting employment relation. As a result, flexible work pattern became a common initiative used by organizations globally in response to various challenges faced in demanding industries like the banking sector. Despite the efforts of management to facilitate quality life, concerns regarding how this practice contributes to greater commitment remain worrisome. Descriptive approach was used and the target respondents comprises purposively selected commercial banks staff in Lagos state. Data collected were through the use of questionnaire and analysed through a variance-based model. Findings revealed that the strongest predictor of flexible work pattern initiatives is flex location specifically telecommuting, followed by flexitime which comprises of the use of shifting swaps, flex-hours and compressed work weeks while flexitime-off had the least.
How gender and career concepts impact Global Talent Management.pdfVANDANANARWAL1
This document discusses how gender and career concepts impact global talent management. It begins by outlining contemporary career concepts like the boundaryless career and protean career, which emphasize agency and independence. It then discusses how contextual factors like culture, organization, and labor markets influence career orientations and talent management, particularly regarding gender. The paper proposes a new holistic model called the Dynamic Career Cube to visualize how a talent's career orientation evolves over their life cycle based on internal and external influences. This model aims to improve global talent management approaches to better develop and retain both male and female talent.
Q Various alternative work arrangements exist for use in busi.docxamrit47
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Various alternative work arrangements exist for use in businesses and other types of organizations; included among the options are compressed work weeks, flexible work schedules, telecommuting, and job sharing. This case focuses on alternative work arrangements in general rather than on a particular one exclusively; however, telecommuting does receive additional attention.
The case revolves around the potential advantages and disadvantages that are associated with alternative work arrangements, and the factors that are contributing to an increased use of various alternative work arrangements by employers. With respect to the various advantages and disadvantage that are indentified in the case, the positives seem to outweigh the negatives. “Organizations that offer flexible working arrangements are, and will continue to be, Employees consistently rank flexible schedules(employers of choice. high on their list of desired benefits; employers who are reluctant to offer these popular perks will find themselves falling short in the bidding wars for talent.” The case identifies three underlying factors that are driving the movement toward the increased utilization of alternative work arrangements in many different workplaces. These factors are: (a) the needs, desires, and expectations of workers for greater flexibility at work; (b) fuel costs and fuel consumption associated with commuting, and the related carbon footprint impact; and (c) the restrictive impact of the 2008-2009 economic recession on job opportunities.
The case concludes by pointing out that many nations have experimented successfully with various flexible work programs and some countries have enacted legislation promoting alternative work arrangements. It then poses the question: “Will the United States government and American businesses be adequately prepared to meet future economic challenges, at least in part, by embracing the movement toward increasing use of alternative work arrangements?”
CASE STUDY - Alternative Work Arrangements: Possible
Solution
s for a Plethora of Problems?
Alternative work arrangements, such as compressed work weeks, flexible work schedules, telecommuting, or job sharing, can have positive and negative consequences for employers and employees. In general, alternative work arrangements can generate beneficial outcomes, particularly for employers, such as “increased employee retention, loyalty and morale; higher productivity; improved recruiting of highly qualified workers; decreased employee tardiness and unscheduled absences; and maximum use of facilities and equipment.” On the employees’ side, telecommuting—one type of alternative work arrangement—has favorable effects on perceived autonomy, the resolution of work–family conflicts, job performance, job satisfaction, and the experience of stress. What is more, it does not harm perceived career prospects or the quality of workplace relationships. On the downside, however, are the challenges assoc ...
Week 3 ResourcesEmployees motivation and valued rewards.pdf.docxcockekeshia
The document summarizes an article about relating employees' motivation and quality of work life to Victor Vroom's Expectancy Theory. It discusses how employees' efforts driven by goals can lead to effective performance and positive rewards, thereby increasing quality of work life. The document applies the Expectancy Theory model to an educational institution in Oman, identifying factors like work environment, policies, relationships and rewards that motivate performance and improve work life quality.
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Alternate Work Arrangements
Various alternative work arrangements exist for use in businesses and other types of organizations; included among the options are compressed work weeks, flexible work schedules, telecommuting, and job sharing. This case focuses on alternative work arrangements in general rather than on a particular one exclusively; however, telecommuting does receive additional attention.
The case revolves around the potential advantages and disadvantages that are associated with alternative work arrangements, and the factors that are contributing to an increased use of various alternative work arrangements by employers. With respect to the various advantages and disadvantage that are identified in the case, the positives seem to outweigh the negatives. “Organizations that offer flexible working arrangements are, and will continue to be, employers of choice. ¼ Employees consistently rank flexible schedules high on their list of desired benefits; employers who are reluctant to offer these popular perks will find themselves falling short in the bidding wars for talent.” The case identifies three underlying factors that are driving the movement toward the increased utilization of alternative work arrangements in many different workplaces. These factors are: (a) the needs, desires, and expectations of workers for greater flexibility at work; (b) fuel costs and fuel consumption associated with commuting, and the related carbon footprint impact; and (c) the restrictive impact of the 2008-2009 economic recession on job opportunities.
The case concludes by pointing out that many nations have experimented successfully with various flexible work programs and some countries have enacted legislation promoting alternative work arrangements. It then poses the question: “Will the United States government and American businesses be adequately prepared to meet future economic challenges, at least in part, by embracing the movement toward increasing use of alternative work arrangements?”
Case Study - Alternative Work Arrangements: Possible
Solution
s for a Plethora of Problems?
Alternative work arrangements, such as compressed work weeks, flexible work schedules, telecommuting, or job sharing, can have positive and negative consequences for employers and employees. In general, alternative work arrangements can generate beneficial outcomes, particularly for employers, such as “increased employee retention, loyalty and morale; higher productivity; improved recruiting of highly qualified workers; decreased employee tardiness and unscheduled absences; and maximum use of facilities and equipment.” On the employees’ side, telecommuting—one type of alternative work arrangement—has favorable effects on perceived autonomy, the resolution of work–family conflicts, job performance, job satisfaction, and the experience of stress. What is more, it does not harm perceived career prospects or the quality of workplace relationship.
Organizational culture involves many different details, including cu.docxjohnbbruce72945
Organizational culture involves many different details, including customer service, employee benefits, and hiring/termination processes. In this essay, you will further explain the role of organizational culture and its influences. the one below is from the csu libary create another one on your own need by tommorow 2pages
Within your essay, include the following points:
What are the cultural influences on training and development? Provide two examples. Discuss the effects of cultural continuity and change on organizational succession planning. Provide two examples. How do internal and external social media influence organizational culture? Is social media the most effective way for employees to share knowledge? Explain.
Your essay must be a minimum of two full pages in length, not including the title and reference page. You are required to use a minimum of two outside sources; one must be from the CSU Online Library. All sources used, including the required reading assignments, must be cited and referenced according to APA standards.
Employers’ perceptions of the benefits of workplace accommodations: Reasons to hire, retain and promote people with disabilities
Helen P. Hartnetta,∗, Heather Stuarta, Hanna Thurmanb, Beth Loyc and Linda Carter Batistec aDivision of Social Work, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV, USA bWest Virginia University Divisions of Social Work and Public Administration, Morgantown, WV, USA cThe Job Accommodation Network, Morgantown, WV, USA
Revised/Accepted: August 2010
Abstract.DespitethelegalmandatesoftheADA,peoplewithdisabilitiescontinuetobeunderrepresentedintheworkforce.While there does exist an established body of research devoted to the hiring of individuals with disabilities, information on retaining individuals with disabilities in the workplace has not been reflected as often in the critical discourse devoted to disability and employmentpractices.ThisarticleanalyzesdatafromanongoingstudyconductedbytheJobAccommodationNetwork(JAN),a serviceofODEP(DepartmentofLabor1004062R),showingthatemployersbenefitedfromhiring,retaining,andaccommodating individuals with disabilities. Benefits derived by employers include the ability to retain quality employees, increased company profitability,andanavoidanceofcostsassociatedwithhiringandtraininganewemployee.Inadditiontothesebenefits,providing accommodationsinordertoretainemployeesisshowntoimproveorganizationalcultureandclimate,aswellasfosteringasense among all employees that employers recognize both the value of the individual worker as a human being, and the inherent social benefits of creating and sustaining an inclusive workplace.
Keywords: Disabilities, employment, accommodation benefits, social service practice and disabilities
1. Introduction
Employment opportunities for all people have long been considered an important component of the selfsociety connection. For others, it becomes the most importantanti-povertystrategy.Forpeoplewithdisabilities, inclusion in.
Creating a Flexible and Inclusive Work Culture to Drive Employee Engagement:
This session will focus on creating a flexible and inclusive work culture as a business strategy to drive employee engagement and competitive advantage. Judi Casey, Director of the Sloan Work and Family Research Network, will review research data linking flexible work cultures with positive returns on investment such as productivity, retention and being seen as an employer of choice. With Amy Munichiello, Inclusiveness Strategy Consultant at Ernst & Young.
This document summarizes a study on quality of work-life balance among textile mill employees in India. It finds that most employees feel moderately satisfied with their work environment and welfare activities. While over 70% feel their job security is adequate, nearly half sometimes worry about work and feel they cannot spend enough time with family. Statistical analysis shows a relationship between age and feelings of tiredness but no relationship between work days and work-life balance. The study aims to identify factors influencing work-life balance and its impact on employee performance.
This document is a student assignment report on international human resource management issues facing Medical Precision Systems, a US medical device company that expanded internationally. It discusses recruitment and selection, training and development, performance management and rewards, and employee participation and trade unions across MPS' subsidiaries in the UK, France, and Sweden. The report finds that MPS' US-centric HRM strategies did not align well with local employee preferences and makes recommendations for country-specific approaches to better motivate workers in each location.
A conceptual framework for international human resource management research i...Kayla Smith
This paper proposes a conceptual framework for analyzing the transfer of human resource management (HRM) practices from advanced economies to less developed economies. The framework is based on institutional theory and identifies three key dimensions to consider:
1) Regulatory/coercive factors related to differences in rules and regulations between home and host countries.
2) Cognitive/mimetic factors regarding differences in social norms and values between economies.
3) Normative factors stemming from differences in professionalization and education systems.
The framework aims to help multinational enterprises evaluate how institutional differences between advanced and less developed economies may create opportunities or constraints when transferring HRM practices internationally.
This document summarizes a paper presented at the Kuala Lumpur International Business, Economics and Law Conference in November 2014.
The paper examines contemporary views on including modern forms of wealth, such as salaries, shares, and bank accounts, within the scope of zakat. It discusses how Muslim scholars have incorporated newly discovered sources of wealth not mentioned in the Quran or hadith.
The objectives and obligations of zakat are outlined, including establishing social welfare and protecting people from poverty. While some deny zakat obligations on non-traditional wealth, scholars justify including modern assets by citing Quranic principles of imposing zakat on all wealth.
The paper aims to advocate expanding z
This document discusses the phenomenon of life for the poor in city slums. It notes that slums tend to grow rapidly along with population growth, as low-income communities can only afford to build homes in undesignated areas. These slum settlements lack proper infrastructure and facilities. The document examines theories related to urban poverty and slums, and notes that existing theories are incremental and do not fully explain the links between urban poverty and slum formation. It also provides details on the locations and growth of slums in Semarang City, Indonesia, noting that slum areas lack orderly development and proper sanitation.
This document summarizes a paper presented at the Kuala Lumpur International Business, Economics and Law Conference in 2014. The paper discusses the relationship between open trade, economic growth, and environmental regulations in Iran. It notes that while economic growth is important, fast growth can damage the environment. There is a potential conflict between policies promoting growth and those protecting the natural world. The paper also examines international environmental law and various trade measures used by governments to protect the environment, as well as how free trade approaches in agreements like GATT can potentially limit some environmental regulations and protections.
This document discusses the impacts of establishing the Indonesian Financial Services Authority (OJK) on Indonesia's central bank. It notes that previously, different institutions regulated different types of financial institutions, which caused weak oversight. The OJK now regulates all financial institutions. Its establishment impacted various aspects of banks and non-bank financial institutions. It also shifted regulatory and supervisory tasks from Bank Indonesia to the OJK. There is a debate around whether oversight should be consolidated or separated, and the document discusses arguments on both sides regarding maintaining monetary stability and preventing conflicts of interest.
This document discusses the role and mandate of the UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees) office in Malaysia and the challenges it faces. It provides background on the establishment of UNHCR and its core mandate to protect refugees internationally on a non-political basis. The document outlines UNHCR's functions such as determining refugee status, providing shelter and assistance, and promoting international refugee conventions. It also discusses UNHCR's supervisory role over the 1951 Refugee Convention and challenges in fulfilling its mandate given limitations but need to engage with political issues among states. The relationship between UNHCR and authorities in Malaysia needs improvement to better respect UNHCR's role and powers in protecting refugees.
This document discusses establishing the "best interests of the child" principle as an international custom. It begins by defining the principle and how it was codified in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. It then analyzes whether the principle has become customary international law by examining its widespread acceptance and application by states. The document aims to show that treating the principle as customary law would strengthen protections for children by binding all states to consider children's best interests.
This document provides an overview of setting up a business in Indonesia. It discusses Indonesia's geography, political institutions, economy, and key business entities under Indonesian law. The main business structures available for foreign investors are representative offices, limited liability companies (PTs), and foreign direct investment through a PMA company. It also covers important considerations like employment laws, the banking and finance system, and insolvency regulations. The document aims to help foreign businesses understand Indonesia's legal framework for investment and establishing operations.
This document discusses factors that influence the regulation of sustainable watershed ecosystems in Indonesia. It notes that watershed degradation has accelerated due to increased natural resource utilization from population growth and economic development. Integrated watershed management is needed to balance ecosystem protection and sustainability. The Solo River watershed management requires stakeholder coordination and an integrated resource management plan developed participatorily. Local regulations are also needed to govern natural resource use across ecosystems and provinces in a sustainable manner balancing optimal utilization and conservation.
This document discusses financing of terrorism and its relationship to money laundering. It explains that financing of terrorism can occur through legitimate sources of money that are then used to fund terrorist activities, known as reverse money laundering. Indonesia has laws that criminalize financing of terrorism from both legal and illegal sources. The document provides background on definitions of terrorism and money laundering. It also outlines Indonesia's laws regarding money laundering and how they have evolved to incorporate financing of terrorism and address recommendations from the Financial Action Task Force.
This document discusses the use of discretionary authority by government officials in Indonesia to issue policy regulations. It argues that discretionary authority is an important tool for officials to carry out their duties optimally and realize good governance, even when existing laws do not provide complete regulation. However, officials often hesitate to use discretion due to doubts about contradicting the principle of legality. The ideal approach is for discretionary authority and policy regulations to work together as responsive and progressive law, facilitating diverse public needs. Officials need guidance to adopt progressive attitudes and confidence that discretionary actions will be legally justified if they realize good governance.
The document discusses indigenous community-based management as a new paradigm for natural resource management. It argues that current top-down management by the government does not involve local communities, but management should directly involve local communities given the complex, diverse characteristics of rural areas and communities' relationship with natural resources. The goal is to review management, find policies that improve local community welfare, and establish principles for resource management that affirm local communities.
This document discusses the regulatory regime of the internet in Malaysia. It provides an overview of how the internet was initially unregulated but licensing requirements were introduced with the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998. It also discusses Malaysia's policy of no censorship of the internet, though some websites have been blocked and individuals prosecuted for unlawful content. The document examines how laws like the Computer Crimes Act and CMA are used to regulate online content within this framework, seeking to understand the interplay between no censorship and regulation of the internet in Malaysia.
The document discusses the role of housewives in consumer protection in the village of Tianyar, Bali, Indonesia. It finds that housewives have an important role in selecting products for family consumption, but lack an understanding of consumer protection laws. Efforts are made through socialization to increase housewives' knowledge of identifying fraudulent products and standards. The role of housewives in product selection and awareness of consumer rights is important for implementing consumer protection laws.
This document summarizes the impact of coal mining waste on women micro, small and medium enterprises in the coastal fisheries sector in Bengkulu Province, Indonesia. Coal mining in the upstream watershed pollutes rivers with coal washing waste, impacting coastal ecosystems and fish resources. This greatly affects the fishing and fish processing businesses run by women in the coastal areas. The coal waste pollution can be detrimental to the women's businesses and livelihoods. Environmental regulations and policies need to provide better protection for coastal communities, especially women involved in fisheries.
This document discusses restorative justice as an approach to criminal justice that focuses on the needs of victims, offenders, and communities. It defines restorative justice and outlines its key principles, including viewing crimes as conflicts between individuals that cause injuries, aiming to reconcile parties and repair harm, and facilitating active participation of victims, offenders, and communities to find solutions. The document also discusses using restorative justice and mediation in Indonesia's criminal justice system to provide alternatives to punishment and protect victims' human dignity while encouraging offenders to take responsibility.
This document summarizes a paper about local wisdom in the customary law system of Penglipuran Village in Bali, Indonesia. It discusses how the indigenous peoples of Penglipuran Village have preserved their customary law and social order, respecting the values of their ancestors. The village was founded in 1833 and the people are descendants of inhabitants from an older village before Javanese influence arrived in Bali. The people of Penglipuran still highly respect their customary legal system and have maintained their unique identity and culture through the generations.
This document summarizes the concept of a populist economy in Indonesia's welfare state laws. It discusses how Indonesia's 1945 Constitution established it as a welfare state and features provisions to realize people's welfare through economic regulations. Key aspects of Indonesia's populist economy system include empowering small and medium enterprises, cooperatives, fair market mechanisms, and balancing national planning with decentralization. The document also briefly discusses how Indonesia qualifies as a state of law based on its founding constitution and aspirations of individual rights.
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Best practices for project execution and deliveryCLIVE MINCHIN
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• Introduce a taxonomy for user goals with real world examples
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1. Proceeding - Kuala Lumpur International Business, Economics and Law Conference Vol. 2.
November 29 - 30, 2014. Hotel Putra, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. ISBN 978-967-11350-4-4
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ASSESSING FLEXIBLE WORKING POLICIES IN TERENGGANU: A THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK OF WORK-HOME INTERACTION
Azlinzuraini Ahmad; Khatijah Omar; Ahmad Munir Mohd Salleh @ Embat
School of Maritime Business and Management
Universiti Malaysia Terengganu
21030 Kuala Terengganu,
Terengganu, Malaysia.
Email: azlinzuraini@umt.edu.my; khatijah@umt.edu.my;
munir_salleh@umt.edu.my
Nur Diyana Abdul Aziz
Final Year Student, Bachelor of Management (Marketing)
School of Maritime Business and Management
Universiti Malaysia Terengganu.
Email: Uk25877@student.umt.edu.my
ABSTRACT
Much of the literature exploring work-life balance and adopting flexible working policies appeared in the Western countries. Although flexible working is not currently prevalent in Asian cultures, concerns about work-life balance have caused major employers, including the Malaysian government and multinational companies (MNCs), to introduce work-family programmes and work- life balance policies in recent times. Initially, this study examines the comparison between public and private sectors in adopting flexible working policies in Terengganu setting. Several HR Managers have been interviewed to share their organizations’ initiative on flexible working adoption and their understanding of work-life balance policies in their organizations. A theoretical framework of work-home interaction will be produced in order to identify whether flexible working is useful in retaining employees in either public or private organizations in Terengganu. Therefore, this study will provide some insight to understand how flexible working is applied in a different culture context and its effect towards four directions of work-home interaction.
Keywords: flexible working, work-life balance, work-home interaction
2. Proceeding - Kuala Lumpur International Business, Economics and Law Conference Vol. 2.
November 29 - 30, 2014. Hotel Putra, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. ISBN 978-967-11350-4-4
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INTRODUCTION
Emerging strategies for work-life balance and work- life balance policies have been introduced by organisations to help out with life responsibilities outside work (Allen, 2001; Casper & Harris, 2008; Thompson & Beauvais, 2000; Thompson & Prottas, 2005). The idea is to provide resources so that positive interaction could also exist between work and home domains. Most work-life balance studies have been conducted in the Western context and few studies have been conducted to understand the Malaysian workforce, especially from Terengganu state.
In Malaysia, the need to transform human capital requires organisations to improve in developing skills and knowledge, while improving workplace policies is appreciated to catalyst better working environment. Furthermore, Terengganu has a majority of ethnic Malays who hold different religious and other beliefs from their Indian and Chinese counterparts in the country (Hassan, Dollard &Winefield, 2009). Therefore, the findings of this study might affect different approaches to understanding work-life demands of employees in a different culture by looking at their needs and the requirements of human resource practices (Powell, Francesco & Ling, 2009). Do they need working flexibly in Malaysia to attain work-life balance and what are their perceptions toward flexible working and work-home interaction?
LITERATURE REVIEW
Changes in economy, society and demographic characteristics have encouraged the Malaysian Government to create better work- life balance policies in the public sector. Recent changes include opportunities for women civil servants to take unpaid maternity leave without terminating their service: they can take from 90 days up to five years with three separate breaks in service. The provision will be effective after 60 days of fully-paid maternity leave, which allows women to look after their children for a longer time while they are young. This is in line with the Government’s objective in the Tenth Malaysia Plan 2011–2015, to ensure that attention is given to children’s early education. The Government believes that, with proper parental guidance and attention, children will have a better chance in life and the nation will build its strength for the future through good human development (Tenth Malaysia Plan 2011-2015). This strategy aims to retain female workers in the workforce by giving them flexibility rather than taking decisions to terminate their employment for family reasons. This will create long-term benefits in retaining women professionals.
Another provision is that the retirement age was increased from 56 to 58 years of age in 2009. Then recently, in October 2011, it was revised to 60 years of age. Previously the retirement age was set at 55 years with the option to retire at 56. The Malaysian Government has also introduced the option of early retirement at age 40 or 45 for civil servants, who will be eligible for a pension. This allows civil servants the flexibility to join the private sector where they could get twice the salary. This gives a better income to help the elderly face increasing living costs, and also provides satisfaction for those looking to enhance their quality of life. If a person has a new career or is doing something that they enjoy, this will help to retain that person in the workforce. However, the new retirement age of 60 only applies to government employees at the moment. These are examples of flexibility, where more flexible working options are improved periodically in the public sector. The Government wants the private sector to follow suit in the future, although, sometimes, a number of Multinational Companies (MNCs) implement similar or better strategies based on their international practices. For example, IBM (Malaysia) introduced 90 days of maternity leave for female staff in 2011, which is over current standard of 60 days of legally paid maternity leave in Malaysia.
In Western context, most major organisations have taken action to make their workplaces more family-oriented by offering work- life balance benefits; this includes a wider range of work and family programmes to help employees, such as on-site child care, flexitime, job-sharing, telecommuting and part-time employment (Robbins & Coulter, 2005; Batt & Valcour, 2003; De Cieriet al., 2005). Recently, from 30 June 2014, the UK Government has announced that all employees with 26 weeks or more service will be allowed to request flexible working, which employers in turn must address in a "reasonable manner" (https://www.gov.uk/flexible-working/overview).
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It is interesting to examine the adoption of flexible working since most of the previous studies in Western literature have measured flexible working by perception of availability rather than actual usage or experience (Kopelman, Prottas, Thompson & Jahn, 2006; Grover & Crooker, 1995). This can be seen in the following studies which were conducted in various industries and sectors. The most recent empirical evidence linking flexible working and intention to leave came from research conducted among several occupations including nurses (Camerino et. al, 2010; Coomber, 2007; Rambur, Palumbo, McIntosh, 2003), employees in call centres (Schalk, 2007), fathers (Brandth, 2001; 2002), scientists (Kidd, 2006), small and medium-sized enterprises (Dex, 2001) and the banking sector (Sparrow, 1996). Other than those occupations, the hotel and tourism industry has also provided a basis for examining flexible working and intention to leave in several studies conducted by Karatape (2009), Karatape (2010) and Xiao & O’Neill (2010). A few studies use multiple sectors, which makes an interesting comparison for flexible working in achieving work–life balance. This reflects that work–life balance is becoming more widely important as a subject of study across sectors and cultural contexts.
Although workplace flexibility has been repeatedly seen as a key strategic factor in tackling the work–life balance issue, several studies argued that flexible options are difficult to implement and are less favourable to managerial positions (Drew & Murtagh, 2005; CIPD Survey Report February 2005; Lewis, 2003). In ideal circumstances, alternate work schedules have the potential to give employees more control over their schedules and greater flexibility to manage work and family life (Major & Germano, 2006). However, from an organisational perspective the benefits of flexible working may be related to non-standard contracts and the elimination of overtime payments, rather than better work–life balance for employees (Houston, 2005).
Thornthwaite (2004) claimed that preferences vary according to the stages of the lifecycle, household model, ages of dependent children, gender, occupation, career orientation, and country. The study compared Australian employees’ preferences with recent large studies in Western Europe, the USA and Canada, based on three key aspects of working time – total working hours, access to part-time work, and flexibility. Thornthwaite also discussed its implications for human resource management (HRM) and suggested that organisations need to investigate and survey the needs and prospects for flexible working arrangements among employees because different countries may have different trends or suitability.
Recently, the Malaysian government has encouraged employers to implement the Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA) in order to give more flexibility in terms of service duration, place and working hours at the workplace. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak, when tabling the 2014 Budget, said the FWA could be implemented through compressed work week, flexible hours and weekend work. He said at present, there were 13,000 registered employers who contributed a levy of 1% of the monthly wages of workers to the Human Resource Development Fund (HRDF), which is used to train and upgrade the skills of workers. Adding that, the allocation could also be used by the companies concerned to train apprentices and future workers. The measure is to allocate RM330 million to the Skills Development Fund under the Ministry of Human Resource. Furthermore, in order to refer about flexible working in Malaysia, a special website, (http://www.flexWorkLife.my) has been created from the collaboration between Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development and TalentCorp. The portal has a repository of best practices in flexible work arrangements as well as work- life balance facilities. This website could be the main source for any HR Department to be referred to, in implementing the policy at their workplaces or in providing training. It outlines the definition of work-life practices in Malaysia and the implementation guidelines of 23 practices including school holidays work arrangement, project based work, staggered hours, childcare subsidy, family care leave and study leave.
This is consistent with government effort and plan in the Ninth Malaysia Plan 2006–2010 where the private sector is encouraged to facilitate greater female participation in the labor market. The 23 practices also consider several aspects in life other than family obligations such as for self and career development via sabbatical leave, study leave and shift swapping. Please refer Table 1 for the 23 work-life practices which adopted from the website. It is through provisions that take into account the multiple roles and responsibilities of women. These include new flexible working arrangements (FWA) such as teleworking, part-time work, job-sharing and home office settings for small businesses (Ninth Malaysia Plan 2006–2010, p. 289).
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Table 1: Work-life practices in Malaysia
No.
Practices
Definition
Categories
1.
Compressed work week
Full time employees are allowed to shorten their work week by working fewer but longer work-days during the week.
Flexible work arrangements (FWA)
2.
Employee’s choice of the days off
Employees can plan their work schedules and off-days with the approval of their immediate supervisors.
3.
Flexi hours
Employees are able to choose and adjust their daily working hours as long as they meet the required working hours within a week.
4.
Job sharing
Two or more part-time employees share the responsibility and compensation of a full-time position.
5.
Leaving early from work
Employees end a normal working day earlier but does not alter the standard number of weekly core-hours.
6.
Project based work
An employee is hired for a specific project. This arrangement is usually based on a set time frame or task.
7.
Reduced/part-time work
Employees work less than standard full-time hours. Roles are designed around a reduced workload with the expectation that job responsibilities can be successfully completed in less than a standard work-day.
8.
School holidays work arrangement
Parents with school-going children are allowed the option to work from home during school holidays.
9.
Seasonal work
Recruit additional employees during seasonal / peak periods to cover the added workload. Employees can be hired on a full-time / part-time basis on a temporary working arrangement.
10.
Shift swapping
Allow shift-workers to trade shifts with each other, enabling them the flexibility to meet both their work responsibilities and personal needs without having to sacrifice one or the other.
11.
Staggered hours
Vary the start and end working hours in a manner that works best for employees, fulfilling the core working hours within a work-day (e.g. 8 hours). There is a typical timeframe during which all employees must be present at work (e.g. 10a.m. – 4p.m.).
12.
Telecommuting
Work from home or anywhere other than the office, enabled by information & communications technology.
13.
Weekend work
Hire part-timers to work specifically on weekends. This is especially useful for industries which have difficulty finding employees to work on weekends and for part- timers who might only be available to work on weekends.
14.
Designated car park
Designated car park bays for pregnant women and
Family-friendly
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returning post-natal mothers. The car park bays are ideally situated close to the office entrance and are well-lit for safety purposes.
policy
15.
Mothers’ room/ nursing room
A mothers’ room, lactation or a nursing room is a private and comfortable space in the office for mothers to use for breast-feeding, expressing or temporarily storing breast milk.
16.
Childcare centre
On-site Childcare Centre to cater for employees with young children or to engage external off-site facilities or caretakers to provide childcare services.
17.
Childcare subsidy
Monetary benefits or discounts for employees with young children to alleviate the cost of childcare services.
18.
Extended maternity leave
Extended maternity leave option offered to all post natal mothers beyond what is legally required.
Work-life benefits
19.
Family care leave
Extended leave for employees to take care of a family member in need.
20.
Paternity leave
Male employees are granted time off to take care of their new-born. It is usually a fully-paid leave; but may be partially-paid or unpaid if the leave is granted for an extended period of time.
21.
Sabbatical leave
An extended time off, which may be fully paid, partially- paid or unpaid, e.g. a few months or a few years, in order to pursue an objective, project or family matters.
22.
Study leave
An extended time off, which may be fully paid, partially- paid or unpaid given to employees who need to take time off to study for and/or take an examination.
23.
Support network
Networking or mentoring programmes that are formed to engage, support or educate a target audience, e.g. parents, working mothers.
Source: http://flexworklife.my/work-life-benefits/
METHODOLOGY
In this study, the data collection method requires several HR Managers to be involved in five separate interviews. Five organizations were randomly selected from twenty organizations that have been contacted in Kuala Terengganu; including two from public organizations and three private organizations. The organizations were categorized as medium to large-sized companies from several sectors such as tourism and hospitality industry, service and utilities, tourism and education sectors.
The whole study is an exploratory research in the Terengganu cultural context from cross-sectional industries. The participating HR Managers supported the data collection process by providing information about their organizational policy on work design, employee’s working time, any flexible working arrangements, employee benefits and work- life balance policy, support for training and leaves. In-depth interviews have been conducted with the HR Manager for every organization where the recorded conversation was transcribed and analyzed. The qualitative data has been analyzed using thematic and content analysis approach for comparing feedback from public and private organizations. A table has been developed to illustrate the information and differences (refer Table 2). The information will be used to guide the questionnaire development process for the next step of research procedure.
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FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
Discussion with the HR Managers indicated several findings and perceptions of the meaning of flexible working policies in their organizations. The study found that work- life balance policies are available in both the Malaysian public sector and large private firms; however at a very minimal stage. It is interesting to note that most of the participants were not familiar or not really understand what the meaning of flexible working arrangements are. In fact, they always perceived flexible as a mean of working from home and therefore, they assumed that they are not similar to any other organizations that are offering some flexibility.
“Our company is different from others. What do you mean by ‘Flexible’? Flexible like ‘normal hour’ or what? I am not clear, I don’t get it…”
Madam M, HR Manager of Service and Hospitality
Flexible working is one possible option in family-friendly programmes which aims to help employees manage their work and life commitments. This arrangement enables employees to arrange their time according to availability and needs, and it is hoped that it will increase job satisfaction and commitment towards their current organisations as part of a long-term strategy (Allen, 2001; Lambert, 2000; Lewis, 2003; Thompson & Prottas, 2005).
Although, several efforts have been made by TalentCorp and Ministry of Human Resource by promoting and explaining flexible working policies in the website (flexWork.com.my) among employers and employees in Malaysia, it seems that the awareness of work-life balance policies is still very low. Therefore, the participants perceived that their organizations do not apply or adopt any work- life balance policy. In fact, the interview findings indicated that several organizations whether public or private in Kuala Terengganu are practicing several flexihour policy or also known as staggered working hours (SWH).
“We are not likely to used flexible work environment, actually….Working time has been set by Public Service Department (JPA) via pekeliling, similar to any public and government department. WP1, WP2, WP3. For example WP1 starts at 7.30am and ends at 4.30pm. WP2 from 8am until 5pm, while WP3 will come at 8.30am and return by 5.30. HR is responsible to issue memo…for informing everyone (about this matter).”
Mr. F, HR Manager of Tourism Organization
Table 2 depicts more comparison between five organizations in implementing flexible working arrangements and work- life balance policy.
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The characteristics
Type of organization Education (public) Tourism (public) Service and utilities(private) Service and hospitality 1(private) Service and hospitality 2 (private)
Flexible working arrangement
1. Time of work
2. Type
7.30 am-4.30 pm
8.00 am-5.00 pm
8.30 am-5.30 pm
Able to do part time according to the condition.
7.30 pm-4.30 pm
8.00 pm-5.00pm
8.30 am-5.30 pm
‘One touch group’, which all of employees are collaborate together to handle the program or event if requires them to help.
8.30 am-5.30 pm
3.30 pm-11.00 pm
5 days’ work for management and CDS
6 days’ work and 1 day overtime for OSS (One Stop Solution or counter)
CDS is able to do part time
Job sharing for OSS if available
Outstation fee just for executives in and out of country
7.00 am-3.00 pm
8.30 am-5.00 pm
3.00 pm-11.00 pm
11.00 pm-1.00am
Used multitasking but in one department.
Provide the allowances of outstation which including fuel, meal and others.
9.00 am-5.00 pm (Management)
7.00 am-3.00 pm
3.00 pm-11.00 pm
11.00 pm-7.00 am
(Shift)
Job sharing. All of operation services are rotate to another department. For example, the front office’s workers change to housekeeping for 3 months.
Flextime. The employees are able to change the time of work with their friends according to the condition.
Table 2: The comparison between public and private organizations in Terengganu on flexible working arrangements and work- life balance policy
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Benefit • Excellence Service Award • Employee of the Month Gratuity GCR Bonus • Medical fees • Excellence Service Award • Token (RM1,000 to 10 best workers) • Medical fees • Bonus • Incentive • Bonus • Other allowances • Medical fee • Insurance • Outstation (meal, transport) • Parking’s fee • Awards “Best Employee of the year”
Leave
25-35 days per year according to service tenure and positions
40 days for hajj, once in service
MC not more than 90 days
Paternity leave 7 days
Bereavement leave 3 days
According to the position
New worker can apply 17 days per year.
Existence worker can apply 30 days per year.
MC will be given only in 14 days per year
• Maternity (60days)
Training Provided At least 8 days in a year - Provided as needed Provided as required
Others
Can claim the payment for the parking
The car is providing to the officer for outstation.
• The Club
• Sports Day
• Parking
• Family Day
• Welfare fund
Parking
The club for the workers
• Sports day
• Family day
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These results also indicate that the flexible working arrangement is slightly better adopted by the private organizations rather than the public organizations for the selected samples in this study. This is because the policy and the work design of the public organizations are quite different from private organizations. Nevertheless, this does not mean the public organization is not widely implementing flexible working quite yet in Kuala Terengganu. This finding surprisingly is slightly in contrast with Hassan (in press), The Ninth Malaysian Plan and Ahmad (2014); where normally in other places in Malaysia for instance Kuching and Klang Valley, organizations in public sector seem to offer better family-friendly and work-life balance policy as compared to private sector. Therefore, a further survey will be needed to explore and determine the level of flexible working adoption in Kuala Terengganu and then, a statistical test will be conducted to determine the effect of flexible working as moderator in the relationship between work-home interaction and intention to leave.
Furthermore, as people may attain “balance” in many ways, Geurts et al. (2005) introduced four different constructs representing negative work-home interaction (NWHI), negative home–work interaction (nhwi), positive work–home interaction (PWHI), and positive home–work interaction (phwi). Although flexible working seems familiar in the Western context as an organisational effort to reduce work–family conflict or other organisational problems (i.e. Allen, 2001; Batt & Valcour, 2003; Casper & Harris, 2008; Hill, 2005), the adoption and availability of flexible working could still be considered a novel determinant to successfully reduce the relationship between work–family conflict and intention to leave in the Malaysian context. Thompson, Beauvais & Lyness (1999) indicated that employees whose organisations provided work–family benefits reported greater affective commitment, less intention to leave the organisation, and less work-to-family conflict. Maertz & Boyar (2010) also claimed that work–family conflict has been consistently related to negative outcomes such as job stress, poor physical and psychological health, absenteeism, and turnover intentions.
CONCLUSION
Currently, this study may be able to shed light on empirical evidence of Malaysian organizations in Terengganu state. Many studies have suggested that flexible working arrangements can be one of the strategies adopted by employers to help employees balance their work–life conflicts (Lewis, 2003; CIPD, 2005; De Cieri, 2005; Albion & Chee, 2006; Albion, 2004; Hill et al., 2001). In summary, it could be argued that the study of flexible working in the Malaysian context is still at a developing stage as technology does not really cover the whole country. Although this limitation is diminishing, it will take some time to develop the practice of working flexibly from the non-work place (flexi-location) and make it commonly accepted in society. However, action has been taken by the Government in the public sector, where there is better flexible working and an improvement in policies, which covers not only arrangements about a flexible place to work from but also about flexible time.
Originally, the present study aims to compare the adoption of flexible working in public and private sectors across gender, marital status and employee work positions. The findings of the present study can be used to inform Malaysian public policies, especially those relevant agencies that relate to the formulation of work-life balance policies such as the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM), Ministry of Human Resources (MoHR) and TalentCorp. It is clear from the findings that the work-family issue in the Malaysian context is complex and need further research development. There is a strong reason why the less adoption of flexible working arrangement by the Terengganu’s organizations. It is suspected that the lack of knowledge and understanding about the benefits of flexibility and options for implementing flexibility is undoubtedly reducing its use. This research would suggest there is a need for work-family issues to be discussed and gathered a better attention by organizations in Malaysia, specifically in Terengganu where information from Government website may guide the HR Departments in implementing the work-life balance policies and flexible working arrangements successfully. On the other hand, the success of the implementation of the flexible working policies must also receive a positive attention from organizations including HR managers and employees. Further research must be undertaken to address this issue as the awareness of the concept is still lacking.
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